Mark Charles McClure

Mark Charles McClure

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 31 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Kent, WA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

1103 West Meeker Street, Suite 101, Kent, WA

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 40%

Bankruptcy / Chapter 7 / Chapter 13 / Chapter 11 Attorney.

31 years | 4,000 cases

40%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 30%

Bankruptcy Chapter 7 Attorney Providing you with a Fresh Start and Resetting your Finances.

31 years | 3,000 cases

30%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 15%

Bankruptcy / Chapter 13 Attorney Protecting your Home, Car, and Family.

31 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Personal Injury 15%

We fight insurance companies for you in Auto Accident / Truck Accident / Motorcycle Accident cases.

22 years | 40 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

35%-55%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 31 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Mark McClure, PS

1103 West Meeker Street, Suite 101, Kent, WA, 98032-5751

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Mark Charles McClure's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Hiring Mark was the best decision for my bankruptcy

I appreciate the support and guidance Mark provided throughout the bankruptcy process. It was a dark time for me and he helped me through it. I was also impressed with Mark's timely and well-thought-out responses to my many questions and concerns.

Posted by Bobbie | June 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

bankruptcy

Mark McClure did a fabulous job for me. He was very thorough, listed to my concerns, took all my phone calls, was very considerate of my feelings during a very difficult time. I could not have had a better outcome!

Posted by Letty | October 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Mark and His Team are Phenomenal!!!

I had consulted Mark McClure several years ago when I was considering bankruptcy. Although I did not file, I was very impressed with Mark and his team, so I contacted him again a few months ago when filing bankruptcy seemed to be my only option for relief. Mark is friendly, personable, and dealt with... my situation in an extremely professional and expeditious manner. Mark, Ian and Ethan are very helpful, thorough and best of all, I never waited for answers or feedback....they are totally on top of it all! I highly recommend Mark and his team!!

Posted by Adam | July 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

MARK AND THE TEAM ARE AMAZING!!!

Mark and his team are amazing! My wife and I did not know what to expect when we walked into his office. We were both nervous and a little scared of what the future was going to be. Mark quickly made us feel welcome and assured us everything would work out. He listened to our concerns and put togethe...r a plan that allowed us to live and make it through the bankruptcy. I hope to never need Mark’s services again lol but, if I ever need or know someone who needs the best bankruptcy lawyer in the entire world, I will definitely refer Mark. Thank you so much!

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Chapter 13 4 Seniors

I fell in love with 0% Balance Transfers and ran up Credit Card debt in the mid-5 figures on a Social Security income. I contacted Mark McClure and he was very cordial explaining all the options available for me and my wife. He took the time to thoroughly explain all the various options to me a dim-w...itted senior citizen. Mark detailed all the steps we needed to accomplish so the Court would accept our request for Chapter 13 filing. Mark also explained his fees and accompanied us to Court to be sure we said the right thing and had all the necessary paperwork. Mark and his team were very supportive and answered all inquiries I made A.S.A.P.! It was an absolute pleasure to have Mark on our side.

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Mark Charles McClure's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dorothy Bartholomew

Unknown lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark McClure is a seasoned bankruptcy attorney. He keeps abreast of changes in the law (of which there are many) and fights for his clients. I heartily endorse him."

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Brandon Sipherd

Unknown lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an excellent and hardworking attorney. He is a tireless advocate for his clients. He truly cares about those he represents and puts their interests first. I happily recommend him to clients."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Howard Roitman

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edgar Hall

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mark McClure. I first met Mark as opposing counsel in a Bankruptcy case involving complex escrow and mortgage accounting issues. He represented his client with an impressive degree of zeal and sophistication. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. McClure for anyone in need of his bankruptcy services, particularly for challenging or complex cases. Of the people that I have referred to him, they have reported back that they were extremely satisfied with how he handled their cases."

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Tom Hyde

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mark for a number of years. I have found this thoughtfulness and thoroughness to detail to be an asset not only to his clients, but to the rest of us in this area of law. He brings a level of professionalism to bankruptcy that our small group of lawyers can aspire. I am proud to call him a colleague and a friend."

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Margaret Galbraith

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer and his work."

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Dave Hawkins

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Roy Kent

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mark aggressively pursues his client's rights."

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John Gibson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've known this lawyer for many years and know that he is highly competent. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to anyone."

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Larry Feinstein

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Great bankruptcy attorney. "

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Scott Terry

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I know Mr. McClure to be quite capable as a bankruptcy attorney. Since I have stopped handling bankruptcy cases, I have had the occasion to refer some bankruptcy matters to Mr. McClure. He has very capably handled whatever matters I sent to him. I have always known him to be a competent and capable attorney, to whom I would not hesitate to refer bankruptcy matters."

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Jay Jump

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. McClure for several years. He is an effective advocate for his clients and is well respected in the bankruptcy court system by both the judiciary and trustees. "

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Dorothy Bartholomew

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Richard Wotipka

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Edgar Hall

Foreclosure lawyer

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Margaret Galbraith

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Dave Hawkins

Family lawyer

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Tom Hyde

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Roy Kent

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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John Gibson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Larry Feinstein

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Scott Terry

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Jay Jump

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Mark McClure, PS

2004 - 2005

Attorney, Schwabe Williamson and Wyatt

1995 - 2004

Attorney, McClure and Associates, Attorneys, PS

1989 - 1999

Avionics Engineer, Boeing

Associations

2018 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Eagle Member

2006 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

2003 - Present

United States Patent and Trademark Office

Patent Attorney

1995 - Present

Federal Bar Association (Western District of Washington chapter)

Attorney

1994 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2010

Washington State Patent Law Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Schroeder v. Bank of America NA

Second Mortgage Eliminated Contingent upon Completion of Chapter 13

Durette v. Citi Financial

Second Mortgage Eliminated Contingent upon Completion of Chapter 13

Odman v. US Bank NA

Second Mortgage Eliminated Contingent upon Completion of Chapter 13

Stevens v. Chase

Second Mortgage Eliminated Contingent upon Completion of Chapter 13

Powers v. Webster Bank NA

Second Mortgage Eliminated Contingent upon Completion of Chapter 13

Gibson v. HSB Financial

2nd Mortgage Eliminated Contingent upon Completion of Chapter 13

In re Powers

Client Prevailed

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Education

1994

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Colorado Technical University

B.S.E.E.T

Publications

2018

Washington Association of Justice Motor Vehicle Litigation Deskbook "Personal Injury and Bankruptcy"

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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