How to file probate in Washington State is an issue families deal with every day. The probate process can be very complex. An estate can have added complexity when: the value of assets is high, when the number and amount of debts carried by the estate are high, when many heirs are involved, or when […]
On January 25, 2024, the Washington State Supreme Court decided King County v. Abernathy, an important case concerning state constitutional law with respect to shorelands. Article XVII of the state constitution provides for state ownership of the beds and shorelands of the state’s navigable waters at the time the state constitution was enacted in the […]
By Laura Brindley Q. I was hired as a subcontractor to provide labor for a construction project, but the general contractor did not pay me after I finished the work. How can I get paid for my work? A. If an individual or company contracted with a general contractor to provide services to a construction […]
Why should you consider avoiding probate in Washington state? Probate can be a time-consuming and costly legal process where the court oversees the distribution of a deceased person’s assets. When someone passes away, their estate, including property and finances, may go into probate if not properly planned. This process can often lead to delays in […]
If you’re in the middle of buying or selling a home or business property, wading through a sizable and rapidly expanding mess of financial costs, and facing the question of whether you might need legal help, you may well be asking yourself, “What does a real estate attorney do?” Real estate litigation and transactions are […]
If you’re in the process of buying or selling property, you may well be wondering: How much does a real estate lawyer cost in Washington state? The cost of working with a real estate attorney varies on the basis of several factors. Depending on the situation, you may be charged a flat fee, an hourly […]
The real estate market is on fire, and banks are writing more mortgages than ever. For some, however, bank-led financing is not an option, due to an inability to qualify for a mortgage. Fortunately, transactions with banks are not the only way that property deals happen. Seller take-back financing is also used. But what is […]
A home is an important investment – not only financially, but also emotionally. Choosing the right place for your family to spend years (even decades) can be a stressful process, and mistakes can have lasting and costly consequences. So, it’s important to enlist as much professional help as you need. Are the services of a […]
Times have gotten tougher for millions of Americans in recent years due to rising prices and an ailing job market. Sadly, economic depression is always accompanied by increasing foreclosure rates. Foreclosure is the process by which a lender can repossess your home if you fall too far behind on your mortgage payments. If you’re in […]
The probate process can be exceedingly difficult for families. Often, families are thrusted into dealing with both the legal and financial complexities of probate – right after losing someone they love. The attorneys at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess serve to help families during the arduous and emotional probate process to lessen their burden and provide […]