Dick has practiced law in the Greater Seattle Area since 1972 and has extensive experience in legal matters in the areas of Business and Finance including the representation of major companies and banks as well as individuals attending to their business and estate planning needs. Dick has represented a wide range of contractors and developers in all areas of real estate handling both transactional and litigation matters. Dick's mission, which has been adopted by this firm, is to provide highly effective legal services at a reasonable cost.
Dick and his wife, Pam, have resided in Edmonds, Washington his entire professional life and have two children, a daughter-in-law and three grandchildren. Dick's interests vary from business and professional matters to his extended family as well as an occasional game of golf and a cruise around Puget Sound and the Port Ludlow area.
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Litigation Attorney | Oct 15
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer. Dick is a compassionate (yet aggressive), effective and creative lawyer. Dick thinks "outside the box" when advocating for a client to find creative solutions to the issues at hand. Anyone would be well served by his representation."
Commercial real estate Attorney | Oct 14
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer. Dick is a savvy and aggressive advocate. In litigation, he has an unusual ability to quickly determine creative and efficient routes to maximize leverage for his client's position."
Banking Attorney | Oct 14
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I gladly endorse Dick. He is a creative, smart, and determined advocate for his clients. His concern for his clients is paramount and he is tenacious for their interests. He demonstrates a deep understanding of the issues involved in the financial services industry, bringing a unique blend of advocate and banker that is exceedingly valuable to his clients. His clients are lucky to have Dick in their corner."
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