Matthew W Anderson

Matthew W Anderson

5.0
Rating: 6.4

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

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2026

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 36 - 40 of 83 reviews | Debt Settlement

Posted by Stephanie | February 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney

11th Hour Rescue

We had been struggling to keep our home for 5 years. We attempted multiple avenues to keep our home. Loan modification(s), worked with HUD even hired an "expert" foreclosure company all to almost short selling our home. The stress had been accumulating immensely. A day before we were to lose our h...ome, I searched one last time on line and found Matthew Anderson. I was not sure of how an attorney at this point could even help us. Matthew promptly returned my call and took time to confidently talk to me about our options. It literally was at the 11th hour of losing our home. Mathew's knowledge and judgement made me feel hopeful. He took our case and made it his top priority to stop us from losing our home. We are so grateful for all that Matthew has provided for us. His commitment to prioritize, continued professionalism, knowledge of the law and personability is exactly why I have the most confidence in Matthew Anderson. Not just anyone could do what Matthew does and especially not with as much personal touch and grace. Our family in indebted to him and we have been able to see are future clearer thanks to his dedication to help us through to the end.

Posted by Kristie | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Loan Modification

Matthew did an amazing job battling for 3 years with our bank in a very difficult loan modification that led to saving our home! We had started with another attorney and had a bad experience. We hired Matthew because of his honesty and professionalism! We are looking at a bankruptsy process and hav...e every confidence that Matthew and his team will continue to take care of us as they have for the past 3 years!

Posted by Rolando | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Postponement of Trustee's Auction

Our lender was not being cooperative hence our rental property foreclosure sale date was fast approaching. With the professional legal help from Matthew Anderson, he was able to postpone the Trustee’s Auction. He was diligent and able to argue our case with the trustee’s head attorney so we may appl...y for a loan modification. Matthew had done a great job for us in the past. We have already recommended some of our friends to him and they were happy with the results. We wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again.

Posted by Shannon | October 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding loan modification

After having a bad experience with another attorney I had felt defeated. My home was in foreclosure and I felt like there was no hope. After telling a friend she said I had not called the right guy for the job. She gave me Matthews number and assured me he would get results. I can honestly say after ...my consultation I was amazed how positive he was in regards to my situation. I felt like a dark cloud had lifted. Matthew is very personable and easy to talk to. I had a job loss during the process and Matthew and his staff didnt let me give up. He still was encouraging and kept me going. He did a loan modification for me and just Last week I got the news in person from him. The results were better than I even imagined. Thank you Matthew for all that you have done for me.

Posted by Magdalena Jasionowski | October 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Successful Loan Modification with M. Anderson

I met Matthew Anderson two years ago at the start of my home loan modification process. I was very satisfied with his professionalism and patience. His ability to explain the process very thoroughly so that I could understand and feel confident in our decision making. English is my second language an...d I really felt that I could trust him. I will highly recommend Matthew Anderson to anyone who needs help with the home loan modification process because mine was successful - thanks to Matthew.

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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:  6.4 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2026.

Reprimand issued in WA, 2026

updated on 05/29/2026

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

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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