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Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess Law Firm
A land use lawyer in a formal suit works at his desk, focusing on contracts, legal matters, and urban planning issues such as building models, zoning, ordinances, and municipal regulations.

If you own property, it is important to protect your interests and ensure that you use your land in the most advantageous way possible. Land use attorneys have experience handling the complex world of property laws and regulations. If you are facing zoning restrictions, environmental concerns, or disputes with neighboring landowners, a land use attorney […]

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Navigating the landlord-tenant relationship can be complex and overwhelming. As a tenant, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities to ensure a fair and lawful living arrangement. Similarly, landlords must be knowledgeable of their obligations to maintain a safe and habitable rental property. In Washington State, specific laws govern landlord-tenant relationships, including rules […]

General and subcontractor meeting on a construction site between the architect and the craftsmen who wear a protective mask

Dealing with a dispute with a subcontractor can be a complex and challenging situation. While it may feel overwhelming initially, taking immediate action to protect your interests and resolve the issue is essential. Handling these issues promptly and effectively is important to minimize any negative impact on your business. General contractors often need to subcontract […]

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Roughly five out of every six Americans live in an urban area, and this percentage will likely grow in the coming years. As metropolitan regions develop, competing interests are at play. Governmental authorities have an interest in controlling the pace and scope of development while encouraging economic activity and providing housing for residents. Landowners are […]

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One who is owed money has various methods that they can use to collect the debt. Certain types of creditors may even have the right to encumber the debtor’s real property through the use of a lien. If the property is sold, they may have first right to the proceeds of the transaction in satisfaction […]