- SEATTLE: 206-621-1110
- TACOMA: 253-572-1000
- PORTLAND: 971-416-0881
- OLYMPIA: 360-742-3500
Seattle and Tacoma Labor Law Attorneys
Assisting businesses with labor law compliance
If your business has employees, there are a large number of labor laws on both the federal and state level with which you must comply. Failing to comply with labor laws can result in fines and sanctions by the government and even in complicated legal claims filed by disgruntled employees. It is easier and more cost-effective to ensure compliance than to defend against labor lawsuits, many of which may include a large class of employees. However, even the most prudent employers may be accused of violating labor laws, in which case you should always have a highly experienced and skilled business attorney representing your interests.
If your business in Seattle or Tacoma needs assistance with any labor law-related matter, call the Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess at (206) 621-1110 or (253) 572-1000 for a consultation.
Labor laws involve many aspects of business
The body of labor laws set out by the Washington and the United States governments is extensive and covers a great number of employment-related issues. These issues include:
- Minimum wage, tips, and other earnings
- Overtime wages
- Mandatory rest and meal breaks
- Family and medical leave
- Hours worked
- Recordkeeping
- Child labor
- Workplace health and safety
Another issue arises when a business wrongfully classifies workers as independent contractors in order to try to avoid having to comply with labor laws. If your workers should actually be classified as employees, you may run into unforeseen legal disputes in the future. For this reason, you should always consult with an attorney to ensure you are properly classifying your workers and independent contractors.
Contact an experienced business attorney for assistance today
No matter what type of business you own, your success may be threatened by a labor law dispute with your employees. At the Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, we work with businesses from the start to develop clear policies and practices that are in full compliance with a large number of applicable labor laws. Furthermore, we provide aggressive defense representation for businesses that are involved in labor law litigation.
If you have any type of labor law issue, call one of our offices in Seattle at (206) 621-1110 or in Tacoma at (253) 572-1000 for help as soon as possible.
Attorney Robert Dickson
The core of Rob’s legal practice is civil litigation, with an emphasis on construction, real estate, and business law. He represents a wide range of clients, from large construction companies to individual homeowners. His is a practical approach to law, which strives to balance the need for a successful legal outcome with a client’s financial goals (or constraints). Outside of his private practice, Rob serves as an adjunct professor at the Seattle University School of Law where he teaches real estate litigation. [ Attorney Bio ]
Thomas L. Dickson
Tom is an experienced litigator and the founding partner of the firm. For over 30 years, he’s helped clients prevail in their real estate, construction, and business law matters.
Heather Burgess
Heather represents property owners and developers in all phases of real estate development, from pre-acquisition due diligence through local permitting and appeals.
Robert P. Dickson
The core of Rob’s legal practice is civil litigation, with an emphasis on construction, real estate, and business law. He represents a wide range of clients, from large construction companies to individual homeowners.
Daniel J. Frohlich
Dan’s legal practice focuses on civil litigation, real estate law, business law and probate law. He has more than 10 years of experience as an attorney serving clients throughout Western Washington.
Mark S. Johnson
Mark’s legal practice focuses on civil litigation, real estate law, business law and family law. He works tirelessly to help his clients achieve the outcome they are looking for.
Trevor A. Zandell
Since graduating with honors from law school in 2005, Trevor has been serving the legal needs of businesses, individuals, and families across Southwest Washington.
Daniel E. Pizarro
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Daniel is active in the firm’s civil litigation department. His practice is mainly centered around real estate law, landlord-tenant law, construction law, and probate law.
Alexander J. Wisbey
Alexander Wisbey comes to the firm with 5 years of experience as a litigator and trial attorney. He has first chaired several jury trials and has extensive experience handling arbitrations, mediations, depositions, and settlements.
Andrew Hata
Andrew is the head of our Transactional Department and focuses his practice on corporate governance, real estate transactions, commercial contracts, and corporate finance.
Kelley Duggan
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Kelley practices in a wide range of areas, including estate planning, probate, civil litigation, and intellectual property law.
Cambria A. Queen
Cambria is an Associate with Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess in the civil litigation department, where she practices primarily real estate and probate law.
George Knight
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, George is active in the firm’s civil litigation and transactional departments. His practice is mainly centered around business law, real estate law, construction law, employment law, and probate law.
Chris Pierce-Wright
Chris comes to Phillips Burgess Tacoma from Seattle, where he served as an associate attorney focused on insurance litigation with Wilson Smith Cochran Dickerson.
Jennifer Yoo
Jennifer is an associate attorney at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess where her current practice focuses on real estate law, contract and commercial disputes, and business law.
Katherine E. Baals
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Katherine practices in a range of areas, including real estate, construction, business, and civil litigation.
Kenneth Chan
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, PLLC, Kenny is active in the firm’s civil litigation and transactional departments. Prior to working at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Kenny was an in-house attorney for a Fortune 100 company.
Brian Buske
Following his graduation from Lewis & Clark Law School, Brian garnered valuable client experience working on international compliance and intellectual property issues.
Kyla S. Bennett
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Kyla practices in a range of areas, including real estate, land use, and civil litigation.
Matt Wand
Matt was born and raised in East Multnomah County in the Gresham area where he lives and has raised his family. His wife of more than twenty-five years is Anne Wand and they have three children together.
