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Helping Homeowners Keep Their Homes

Experienced Loan Modification Attorney Since 2009

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“My goal is to help Arizona homeowners”

The Law Firm of Ellen K. Lawson Attorney at Law PLC was founded in early 2009 when Arizona’s housing market was experiencing a major downturn. Thousands of homeowners were seeking help from non-attorneys to try to save their homes from foreclosure. Ellen Lawson established her firm to directly assist Arizona homeowners and help them save their homes from foreclosure whenever possible.

Attorney Ellen Lawson takes great pride in helping Arizona homeowners with all of their residential real estate needs in the areas of loan modification, purchase and sales contracts, excess proceeds, 2nd mortgage/HELOC debt settlement, HOA debt settlement and foreclosure avoidance.

Ellen Lawson has years of experience in representing homeowners and negotiating with their lenders and servicers. Please contact Ellen Lawson to set up a consultation.

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Understanding Arizona Real Estate Law

Real estate laws vary from state to state so it is important to speak with an attorney to understand all of your rights, options and liability under Arizona law.  Ellen Lawson will review your financial situation and discuss with you the best course of action for your home.  Ellen Lawson is experienced in negotiating directly with lenders regarding loan modification, 2nd mortgage or HELOC debt settlement, and short sales. Ellen can also help with purchase and sales of homes, excess proceeds, foreclosure avoidance, trustee sale issues, HOA debt and Arizona’s anti-deficiency statute. Call today for a consultation.

Loan Modification

Obtaining a more affordable mortgage from your lender(s)

Debt Settlement

Settling a second mortgage loan balance or HOA debt

Purchase and Sales

Representing Buyers and Sellers
of Arizona homes

Foreclosure Avoidance

Helping a homeowner avoid a trustee sale whenever possible

Short Sales

Selling your home or vacant land for less than your loan balance(s)

Excess Proceeds

Obtaining “excess proceeds”  following a trustee sale

J. F. – Phoenix, AZ

Loan Modification

Good attorney. Ellen really does care about her clients. Very knowledgeable about the law. Was very helpful.

Jennifer – Buckeye, AZ

Loan Modification

Ellen Lawson is phenomenal.  I thought that being able to keep my home was hopeless until I met Ellen.  Her dedication, commitment, compassion, and knowledge of the laws made the impossible possible.  She is very responsive, thorough and candid when providing advice and counsel…Retaining Ellen’s services is one of the best things that I have ever done.  

G. T. – Parker, AZ

Excess Proceeds

Ellen K Lawson is the best attorney I’ve ever dealt with and I have had to deal with many! She is very professional and super smart in her field! And she has the perfect last name for an attorney! I can’t recommend her enough! She always answered my questions promptly and courteously and guided me through a tough time with ease! If you need a great attorney look no further than Ellen K. Lawson! She is amazing!

S. C. – Gilbert, AZ

Mortgage & Title Issues

Thank you, Ellen. After we resolved our mortgage issues, Ellen assisted us with the closing on our home because the title company was dropping the ball. She took charge and made the closing happen. This is why it's important to have a good attorney on your side. Great job once again, Ellen.

Ryan - Chandler, AZ

Loan Modification

Ellen has been excellent from the first day. I would recommend her to anyone, anytime. Thank you Ellen for all of your hard work and knowledge.

R. P. – Chandler, AZ

Sales of Home

We have worked with Ellen Lawson on more than one occasion every time has been fantastic. My wife and I will continue to go back to Ellen whenever needed. She is our first and only call.

J. D. – Scottsdale, AZ

Sale of Home

I cannot say enough good things about my experience working with Ellen on the sale of my sister’s home. [T]here were some complex issues to navigate and Ellen handled all of them with the utmost professionalism. Her legal experience and expertise were clear as she guided me though the process. Finally, it was a real pleasure to work with Ellen; she was kind, thoughtful, and exceptionally helpful. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Kevin – Scottsdale, AZ

Short Sale

Ellen was referred to us to assist us with our short sale - land investment. Arizona has very unique laws to the vacant land short sale process, so we were very pleased to meet someone who not only understood these laws and nuances, but actually had significant experience in successfully working with lenders to close the transaction. Ellen is extremely knowledgeable in this niche area of real estate and I would highly recommend consulting/ engaging her firm to assist you.