Paul Steven Di Furia

Paul Steven Di Furia

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 34 years

Foreclosure Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Foreclosure, Personal Injury

2133 3rd Ave Ste 110, Seattle, WA

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 34 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1993

Not Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled)

No misconduct found

Location

Beyond Disputes

2133 3rd Ave Ste 110, Seattle, WA, 98121-2387

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Paul Steven Di Furia's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Christina | May 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent lawyer that's fair & honest.

I recently hired Mr. Di Furia to handle my foreclosure situation. He was really easy to deal with and down to earth. I like that he knew what he was talking about, but he also really made me feel comfortable. I was in a bad situation, but he really got me a great deal in the end. One of the best ...qualities about Paul is his communication. Unlike most lawyers, his assistant will answer texts/calls until late and she will also communicate over the weekends. That's excellent for a person like me that works 8-5pm. She was able to answer my questions and make sure that I calmed down if I got distressed. This was a great experience, I got lower payments, and it was very affordable fee wise. I would recommend Paul to anyone.

Posted by Julie | February 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Saved my home when no one else could

I’d called the state’s mediation counseling/referral line December 23, 2016 and the woman I spoke with said I’d probably miss my 30-day option for mediation due to the timing of the holidays. That godsend of a woman then called in a personal favor and contacted “the best foreclosure attorney in the b...usiness” because she said if anyone could stop the foreclosure at that point, it was him. Paul called me from the East Coast where he was celebrating Christmas with his family. He got my information and told me he’d enter me in the mediation program to stop foreclosure even if I didn’t end up hiring him to represent me, but of course I did. Paul’s fee was extremely reasonable, and he accepted it in monthly payments. After 4 years and 2 prior failed mediation’s, my case was a mess that took a lot more time, effort, and negotiation than all of his other clients, but he never complained or asked for more money. He even convinced my ex to sign and notarize documents he’d sworn he’d never sign off on! Paul worked ahead of deadlines, responded immediately, and walked me through every step with patience, humor, and a positive attitude. Both the lender and mediator had extensive prior experience working with Paul and at our first meeting, both commented on his reputation as a tireless professional they enjoyed working with. Their attorney told me I ‘couldn’t have chosen better’. The end result was Paul pulled off a miracle by not only saving our house, he also negotiated with the lender to get my monthly payment $400 lower than what I was paying before the divorce.

Posted by Karl | August 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Foreclosure Mediation Services

Paul was of excellent service. We would highly recommend him. Thanks Paul!

Posted by Ed Cummings | January 31, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Highly regarded peer

I've worked with Paul and find him to be diligent, thoughtful, ethical and extremely effective at problem solving for his clients. I recommend him highly.

Posted by Donald | August 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Modification for me.

Paul helped me get a modification on my home that helped reduce the principle, interest and prevent foreclosure. Great job Paul!

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Paul Steven Di Furia's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bradley Johnson

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a passionate advocate, smart and highly ethical. Truly a quality attorney and a caring counsellor at law. I have known him since 1993 where we met in a continuing legal education class as young lawyers. Over the years I have witnessed how curious he is for knowledge and best practices. I endorse him with enthusiasm."

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Jeffrey Bean

Foreclosure lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I mediate foreclosures where Paul often represents homeowners. I'm always pleased to see him because he knows what it takes to reach agreements with lenders. If there's a way to an agreement that keeps the borrowers in their home he's going to find it. When homeowners need a referral from me for someone to represent them, Paul and his people at Beyond Disputes are at the top of my list."

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Matthew Stamper

Mediation lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"We have had the opportunity to work together on numerous matters in the area of dispute resolution since 2014."

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Robert Larson

Mediation lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Paul on numerous FFA mediation files. Paul is extremely knowledgeable and always gets the best possible results possible for his clients. I would send my friends and family to his offices in a heartbeat."

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Craig Blackmon

Real estate lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Paul for many years. He is an extremely diligent and competent advocate. I have referred several clients to him for assistance in dealing with underwater moragages. I endorse Paul without reservation."

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Paul Brachvogel

Mediation lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Smart, pragmatic, and can calmly achieve agreement among adverse parties as a mediator."

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Matthew Wesley

Foreclosure lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul's clients are often stressed and many are running out of hope. For those who hire him, Paul brings real skill and deep compassion in equal measure. He gets great results that allow his clients to get back on their feet and move on with building better lives for themselves and their families."

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Scott Dickinson

Real estate lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a wonderful advocate to work with. I've had the pleasure of sitting at the table with him to resolve several matters related to defaulted mortgages. He is smart, deliberate, and thoughtful when it comes crafting solutions that meet the needs of all parties parties involved. I would encourage anyone who is looking for a knowledgable attorney or mediator to use Paul."

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Robert McDonald

Foreclosure lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Paul is a very good advocate and excellent practitioner in the areas of mediation and foreclosure prevention. As a FFA mediator he works quickly and is extremely through. Paul has always been fair and balanced. I would recommend Paul's services to anybody seeking quality representation and advise regarding a potential loan modification."

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Brian Read

Foreclosure lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly recommend Paul to anyone facing a residential nonjudicial foreclosure. Paul is caring, responsive, easy to relate to, and he knows the foreclosure and mediation processes very well. I have found that most Washington residents do not know their full legal rights when it comes to foreclosure. They should call Paul first before doing anything else."

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Richard Seward

Mediation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Great person too!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Beyond Disputes

1999 - 2003

Attorney, Leary Franke Droppert, PLLC (Merged Into Graham & Dunn 2006)

1994 - 1998

Attorney, Tretheway PLLC

1992 - 1994

Attorney, di Furia Law Firm

1991 - 1992

Attorney, Barokas and Martin

Associations

2011 - Present

Department of Commerce

Foreclosure Fairness Mediator

1991 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2009

King County Collaborative Law

Member

2008 - 2009

Washington State Bar Association, Dispute Resolution Section

Member

2007 - 2008

King County Collaborative Law

Civil Practice Group

1990 - 1993

State Bar of California

Member

Education

1990

University of San Diego

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of Washington

Business

Speaking Engagements

2013

CLE - Foreclosure Mediation Advocates Panel - Dispute Resolution Center of King County

Foreclosure Fairness Mediation

Languages

English

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