Overview
Welcome to Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, a regional law practice with longstanding roots and a forward-looking perspective. Our work includes real estate, land use, construction, probate, and environmental law. Real estate plays a central role in our practice, and with more than a century of combined legal experience, our attorneys provide practical guidance and sound business judgment tailored to each matter.
Statewide real estate knowledge. Regional insight. Local understanding. In the context of real estate development across Western Washington, Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess brings a thorough understanding of both regional trends and local requirements. Our attorneys draw on experience throughout the state, with familiarity in jurisdictions ranging from King County to the Oregon border. This breadth allows us to assist clients with projects throughout the Puget Sound region and surrounding communities.
Our team is committed to thoughtful and responsive legal service. We approach each matter with care and attention to detail, taking the time to understand our clients, their objectives, and the practical realities of their projects. We value attorney-client relationships grounded in communication and collaboration, which help support informed decisions and effective outcomes.
Rankings
National
Regional
Seattle
Firm Leadership
About Our Clients
"What they already know about your industry, atop their extensive law experience, makes them valuable and unique." ~ Tamarah Knapp Hancock, P.E., and General Counsel, Scarsella Brothers Construction, Inc.
"When working with large firms, your business can get lost in their process. Phillips Burgess offers the same expertise without all the fuss." ~ Don Moody, First Vice President, CBRE
"Their skills, competency and professionalism is made clear immediately." ~Frank Sanborn & Pastor David Kegley, Head Pastor, Westminster Presbyterian Church
"They're ahead of the curve on emerging issues. Their leadership strengthens the health of our communities." ~ David Schaffert, President and CEO, Thurston County Chamber of Commerce
"Our business model requires a team approach and their attention to detail and willingness to listen brings people together." ~ Gus Erikson, President, Puget Western, Inc.
Rankings
National
Regional
Seattle
Practice Areas
- Corporate Law
- Environmental Law
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Litigation - Environmental
- Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
- Real Estate Law