Matthew W Anderson

Matthew W Anderson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Foreclosure, Real Estate, Litigation

506 Second Avenue, Suite 1400, Seattle, WA

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-425 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 15 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2010

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Location

Law Offices of Matthew W. Anderson, PLLC

506 Second Avenue, Suite 1400, Seattle, WA, 98104

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Matthew W Anderson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

173 Client Reviews

Showing 131 - 135 of 173 reviews

Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Amazing Experience...Mortgage modification & bankruptcy

After going through two other attorneys and them promise us the world 4 years later with zero outcome, Matthew Anderson followed through with everything that he said he could do for us. He is an amazing attorney with vast knowledge of mortgage modification and bankruptcy. He got our mortgage modifi...ed and completed our bankruptcy for us. He completed everything that he said he would do for us, we could not have been more pleased with our results. Thanks Matthew!

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2015 | Foreclosure

Outstanding Legal Services

When living through the recession of 2008 - 2010, the increasing debt and fear of the future leaves normal people with a feeling of paralysis. I retained Matthew Anderson as he was highly recommended from a friend. I was not able to get caught up on my mortgage payments, and the foreclosure sale on... my Snohomish county home of 12 years was only a couple days away. He was able to stop the foreclosure on grounds of new legislation, force the lender into mediation, and work out a feasible payment plan. Matthew provided excellent communication and provided verbal and written updates on a regular basis. The final deal with the lender was extraordinary. I highly recommend Matthew Anderson!

Posted by Bill | January 11, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Innovative legal solutions

The Law Offices of Matthew Anderson LLC is an exceptional bankruptcy and real estate firm. We were caught in the Banking and Mortgage fiasco that began in 2008. We stopped paying our mortgage 4-5 years ago. There were several broken modification promises and at least 9 broken legal procedures that ...drove our decision to seek legal counsel. Working with Matthew Anderson and his team, we were the receipt of 4 different (and at different times) modification offers. We reached agreement on one of those offers, and has put us on a solid pathway to debt reduction and eventual “above water" equity position. Matthew Anderson and team not only know the law and act in a timely fashion but are especially gifted in innovative solutions to legal issues. Conventional approaches are definitely used, but the firm's creative strategies or said another way "thinking outside the box" approaches clearly improved the odds of success. We are grateful to have our house back with an affordable mortgage. We plan on using the firm in the future.

Posted by Christa | November 12, 2014 | Foreclosure

Perseverence from Matthew Anderson's team won my house!

No doubt I would have given up the fight if I had not had the backing of Matthew Anderson. I don't know anyone else who after five years of not paying their mortgage ended up keeping their house. I attribute this to the perseverence that Matthew Anderson's team provided me. Sometimes the little gu...y wins! Thanks Matthew and Austin!

Posted by Charlene | November 02, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Grateful Client

Matthew helped me through my bankruptcy with expert knowledge and direction. He was easy to work with and very personable. I had every confidence in him throughout the process and the outcome was exactly what we wanted. He did an excellent job and I am forever grateful to have had Matthew workin...g for my best interest. He really cares for his clients and it shows.

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Matthew W Anderson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Arturo Menendez

Unknown lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a former suite mate of Matt's, I can attest to his staying late at the office to work on his clients' matters. He is intelligent, and patient, and really just a great guy. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kimberly Raphaeli

Real estate lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Matt is an advocate for his client and a professional colleague toward his opposing counsel. We recently worked together on a case and were able to resolve a conflict with minimal client's time or money and successfully completed the case with both sides achieving their goal. I would be pleased to work with Matt again in the future."

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John McIntosh

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Matthew as a colleague and fellow lawyer. Matthew is a true professional advocating for his clients."

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Todd Williams

Foreclosure lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is very knowledgeable about foreclosure laws and easy to work with!"

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Brent Bohan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would highly recommend Mr. Anderson to any perspective client considering bankruptcy. He is highly skilled in his field of law and well respected by other attorneys in the community. He has high moral character and relates well to his clients. He is an excellent choice in counsel."

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Noah Jaffe

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is an extremely skilled and capable attorney, but more than that, he is genuine, attentive, warm, and possesses the highest moral character--in short, exactly the sort of person I would want to represent me."

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Bennett Taylor

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had Matthew as opposing counsel. He is thoughtful, attentive and a pleasure to work with. I endorse this lawyer."

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Marissa Olsson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I went to law school with Matt and always knew him to be very bright and thoughtful in his approach. I recently had the opportunity to consult with him on an issue that came up in one of my cases outside of my practice area. Matt proved to be extremely knowlegable and helpful. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jacob DeGraaff

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Anderson is an outstanding advocate for his bankruptcy clients. He is able to acheive astounding results through negotiation with creditors and the trustee. His knowledge and experience are considerbly above his peers of the same bar exam year. I look forward to working with Mr. Anderson for years to come."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2017

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2016

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2015

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2014

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2013

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2012

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2011

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Matthew W. Anderson, PLLC

2010 - Present

Volunteer Attorney, King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinc

2010 - 2013

Senior Attorney, John Long Law PLLC

2009 - 2009

Law Clerk, WSBA Office of Disciplinary Counsel

2009 - 2010

Public Defender, Tulalip Tribal Court

Associations

2013 - Present

Washington State Bar Association - Real Property, Probate, and Trust Section

Member

2013 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Solo & Small Practice Section

Member

2012 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Dispute Resolution Section

Member

2011 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

King County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section

Member

2010 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Member

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Creditor-Debtor Section

Member

2008 - Present

Washington Lawyers for the Arts

Member

2007 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

King County Bar Association, CLE Committee

Chair

2011 - 2014

King County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Trustee

2008 - 2010

American Bar Association, Law Student Division

Board Member

2008 - 2010

King County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Board Member

Education

2010

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Pomona College (Claremont)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Languages

Spanish

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