$ 325-325 per hour
Darcel Andrel Lobo
also known as Darcel Lobo, Darcel
About Darcel
Biography
Darcel Lobo provides legal guidance to individuals and families who are planning for their financial future. The scope of her representation ranges from assisting clients relieve themselves of excessive debts and saving one's home from foreclosure, to drafting and implementing estate plans for clients to protect the assets they have acquired and wish to protect for their loved ones.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
30%-35%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 16 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
DAL Law Firm
19803 1st Avenue S., Suite 200, Normandy Park, WA, 98148
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Posted by Olivia | April 10, 2024 | Real Estate
Knowledgeable real estate attorney
Ms Lobo helped me with a complex title situation when selling my house. Super knowledgeable and she quickly solved my issue. Would definitely use her services again!
Posted by Jeff | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Thank you, Darcel
My wife and I paid all our bills on time and had near-perfect credit for years, and then we didn't. We needed to make a complicated decision about our financial future. Darcel helped my wife and I make the decide that a Chapter 7 was the best approach for us. Over a period nearly a year in length, Da...
Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Bankruptcy
Darcel was wonderful. I walked in her door nervous and unsure of the process. She made me feel at ease immediately. I was not certain that I would be able to qualify for the bankruptcy, but she was able to pull out all of the details that I had not even though about. It was a success. I actually refe...
Posted by Kurt | October 30, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Excellent
Darcel and her team assisted me through a bankruptcy. Excellent communication, follow up and returned emails and phone calls in a timely manner. I would use Darcel again and would recommend her to anyone.
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt
AN ANGEL WITH A LAW DEGREE!!!
My husband and I went to see Darcel regarding a creditor suing us. Their attorney lied saying that we were served court papers. It was a surprise to me that I was getting garnished. I was so embarrassed. Darcel listened to our ordeal and gave us options. She helped us go through bankruptcy, again...
Darcel Andrel Lobo's Lawyer Endorsements
"Darcel Lobo is a knowledgeable, caring and strategic estate planning attorney."
"Darcel is an excellent attorney who really cares for her clients and fights extremely hard to get the best results possible."
"Darcel is wonderful! She is my go to for any real estate law!"
"Darcel is a relentless and passionate attorney. She continues to impress me with her knowledge and understanding of the law. I fully trust and endorse her for all areas of her practice."
"Although I am endorsing Darcel in the Real Estate category, I must point out that she is also a highly capable Consumer and Business Bankruptcy Attorney. She is an aggressive and effective attorney. Darcel is capable of handling a variety of real estate matters including short-sale issues, title issues, and land disputes. I highly recommend utilizing her services."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Darcel is professional, personable, and extremely knowledgeable. She sets a very high standard in her practice and I recommend her highly."
"Darcel is very knowledgeable regarding real estate, debt settlement and bankruptcy matters. We have worked on cases together and Darcel was very attentive to her clients' needs. If you need assistance with a legal matter, Darcel would be a great choice."
"Darcel is a rising star in the bankruptcy and real estate legal community. She is very knowlegable about both insolvency and real property transactions. I recommend Darcel with confidence."
"Darcel is a bright, caring, and tireless advicate for her clients. I would not hesitate to refer a friend or family member to her for legal help."
"I endorse this lawyer. Darcel is well versed in the various options available to clients in financial difficulty. She can help you through the bankruptcy process and/or deal with your distressed loans. She is an excellent advocate for her clients and a pleasure to work with."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Certified Collaborative Law Attorney, King County Collaborative Law
2009
2009 Leadership Award, Black Law Students Association- Seattle University School of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Owner/Attorney, DAL Law Firm
2014 - Present
Student Loan Discharge Volunteer Attorney, King County Bar Association Legal Clinic
2010 - Present
Bankruptcy Volunteer Attorney, King County Neighborhood Legal Clinic
2009 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Marine View Law & Escrow
2008 - 2009
Rule 9 Attorney, Washington State Attorney General's Office Labor & Industries Division
2008 - 2008
Rule 9 Attorney, Pierce County Prosecutors Office
Associations
2014 - Present
King County Bar Association, Diversity CommitteeCommittee Member
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationAdmitted to Practice
2009 - Present
King County Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust SectionMember
2009 - Present
King County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonAdmitted to Practice
2009 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Loren Miller Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2018
King County Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice SectionCo-chair
2016 - 2017
South King County Bar AssociationPresident
2016 - 2017
King County Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice SectionCo-Vice Chair
2015 - 2016
South King County Bar AssociationVice President
2014 - 2015
South King County Bar AssociationSecretary
2008 - 2009
Black Law Students AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Garnishment Recovery
Client obtained refund of garnishment
Loan Modification
Reduced mortgage balance by almost 50%
Loan Modification
Saved client's home from foreclosure
Foreclosure Assistance
Retrieved funds for homeowner after foreclosure of home.
Second Mortgage Settlement
Settled second mortgage for less than 10%.
Debt Settlement
Settled client's credit card debt for less than 20% of the balance owed and obtained a payment plan for payments
Second Mortgage Settlement
Negotiated a settlement of $9,000 on a $55,000 balance for my client's second mortgage.
Loan Modification
Saved clients' home from foreclosure and negotiated a feasible mortgage payment that the client could afford.
Education
2009
Seattle University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
2006
Seattle University
Bachelors of Arts & Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
New Day NW
Bankruptcy
2017
570 KVI Talk Radio
Bankruptcy Options for Homeowners
2017
13th Annual Native Women's Leadership Forum
Financial Responsibility and Living the Life You Want
2016
Wesley Homes
Estate Planning
2014
Newberry Realty
Foreclosure Alternatives
2013
ReMax
Options for Distressed Homeowners
2013
Prudential NW Realty
Bankruptcy Options for Homeowners
2013
John L. Scott
Legal Options for Homeowners
2013
570 KVI Talk Radio
Resolving HOA Issues for Condominium Owners
2013
570 KVI Talk Radio
Real Estate and Bankruptcy
2012
Estate Planning
Estate Planning Introduction
2011
Short Sale and Bankruptcy Options for Homeowners
Bankruptcy Options for Distressed Homeowners
2011
Monthly Real Estate Meeting
Washington State Foreclosure Fairness Act
Publications
2013
B-Town Blog
Helping Individuals with Estate Planning
2013
Waterland Blog
The Probate Process
2012
B-Town Blog
Saving Homes with Loan Modifications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
In Washington State should I answer a Declaration for writ of Garnishment for Continuing Lien on Earnings (60 days)?
27 Feb 2014
Q&A
Chapter 13 bankruptcy and workers compensation settlement.
27 Feb 2014
Q&A
No forwarding address for tenant
11 Mar 2011
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Dischargeable Debts in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
08 Mar 2011
Legal Guide
Bankruptcy Filing Timeline for Chapter 7 and 13 Cases
08 Mar 2011
Legal Guide
Bankruptcy - Chapter 7 Overview
05 Jun 2008