DICKSON FROHLICH PHILLIPS BURGESS - Key Persons
Alexander Wisbey is a partner at the firm's Seattle office and leads the Seattle litigation group. Alexander is an experienced trial attorney having first chaired over a dozen bench and jury trials and has extensive experience handling arbitrations, mediations, complex discovery, and settlements. Alexander's goal in all of his cases is to build a compelling and easily understood narrative in order to allow judges, arbitrators, mediators, and juries to award his clients what they deserve. His practice focuses on real property, contract and commercial disputes, and general civil litigation.
Alexander is a graduate of the University of Washington School of Law. In law school, he served as a Managing Editor for the Washington Law Review and was a member of the Moot Court Honor Board. Prior to law school, Alexander received his M.A. in Public Policy and International Law from the American University of Paris.
Job Titles:
- Attorney
- Head of Our Transactional Department
Andrew is the head of our Transactional Department and focuses his practice on corporate governance, real estate transactions, commercial contracts, and corporate finance. He graduated from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, and earned a Bachelors in Business Administration, Finance from the University of Washington. He is licensed to practice law in Hawaii and Washington State.
Following his graduation from Lewis & Clark Law School, Brian garnered valuable client experience working on international compliance and intellectual property issues.
Cael Anacker's practice focuses on property and construction litigation. He advises public and private clients on a range of issues. Before he began his legal career, Cael worked in construction estimation and project management at a specialty concrete company. While in law school, Cael externed for the Honorable Stephen Dwyer at the Washington Court of Appeals, Division 1.
When not practicing law, Cael is a decent runner, a better home cook, and a passable history buff.
Practice Areas:
Property and Real Estate Litigation
Cambria is an associate with Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess in the civil litigation department, where she practices primarily real estate, estate planning, business, and probate law.
Chris comes to Phillips Burgess Tacoma from Seattle, where he served as an associate attorney focused on insurance litigation with Wilson Smith Cochran Dickerson.
Chrystina Solum's practice focuses mainly on employer-side employment advising and litigation. Chrystina's employment law practice includes representing employers in disputes before regulatory agencies and in litigation. Chrystina also advises employers on preventative matters, such as drafting employee handbooks; drafting employment, non-competition, and separation agreements; advising on hiring and terminations, wage and hour issues, protected leave rights, and disability accommodations; providing training; and developing best management practices. Chrystina's practice also includes appellate advocacy, real estate disputes, trust and estate disputes, business disputes, and contract matters. Prior to joining Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, PLLC, Chrystina was a partner at Ledger Square Law, P.S.
Practice Areas
Appellate Practice
Clemencia is a business attorney with substantial experience in employment law, business transactions and banking law. Clemencia's employment law practice includes preventative counseling and training and drafting employment handbooks, policies and executive employment agreements. She also represents employers in disputes with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Human Rights Commission, Employment Security Department, Department of Labor & Industries and other state and federal agencies. As part of her employment practice, Clemencia also helps employers with investigations and manager training. Clemencia's business and banking practice includes drafting and negotiating the purchase and sale of businesses and real property, corporate formation and business "separations" as well as assisting banks and other lenders with all aspects of banking finance and loan documentation. Prior to joining Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Clemencia co-founded Ledger Square Law, P.S. and was a partner with Eisenhower & Carlson, PLLC.
Clemencia is a business attorney whose practice focuses on employment law, business transactions, and banking
Her employment law practice includes preventive counseling and training, and drafting employment handbooks, policies, and executive employment agreements. Clemencia also represents employers in disputes with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Human Rights Commission, Employment Security Department, Department of Labor and Industries and other state and federal agencies.
Clemencia's employment law practice also includes workplace investigations and management training for her employer clients.
Her business and banking practice includes drafting and negotiating the purchase and sale of businesses and real property, and corporate formation as well as assisting banks and other lenders with all aspects of banking, finance and loan
Clemencia was a co-founder of Ledger Square Law, P.S. located in Tacoma, and partner at Eisenhower & Carlson, PLLC.
Prior to practicing law, Clemencia was an Emmy Award-winning news reporter and producer for KIRO TV in Seattle. Clemencia also was a former Miss Washington 3 rd runner up to Miss America, 1985.
Clemencia is admitted to practice in all Washington State Courts, as well as S. District Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts of Washington.
Practice Areas
Employment Law
With more than 20 years of experience in the legal field, Dan is a key figure at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, focusing on construction litigation, civil litigation, and real estate law. Dan is a trusted advocate, known for adeptly handling complex legal matters and his commitment to excellence. Beyond the courtroom, his proactive approach and extensive experience make him a leader in the legal community. Clients appreciate Dan's client-centric approach, built on trust and transparency. Dan's notable reputation as a sought-after professional in Western Washington is defined by his exceptional legal practice and continuous dedication to achieving solutions for his clients.
Practice Areas
Construction Litigation, Civil Litigation and Real Estate law
Education
Seattle University School of Law, J.D., Cum Laude 2001
Central Washington University, B.A.
Job Titles:
- Attorney
- Practice Focuses on Independent General Counsel
Dustin Moyes' practice focuses on independent general counsel for businesses, construction, real estate, business, and corporate law. Dustin has represented clients on the full spectrum of size and sophistication, from sole proprietors starting a business to internationally recognized enterprises. He emphasizes management of risks and finding practical solutions to client problems.
Practice Areas:
Independent General Counsel
Eric is an Associate with Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess and provides legal counsel and representation to businesses and individuals in various areas of law, including real estate, corporate, and business law. He manages and resolves complex legal disputes and advises clients on compliance with various laws and regulations. Eric enjoys providing effective legal representation to clients in his home state of Washington.
Eric graduated from Seattle University School of Law where he was the President of the Native American Law Students Association. While in law school Eric externed for the Honorable Judge Jack Nevin at the Pierce County Superior Court.
When he is not at his office, Eric enjoys running, skiing, cooking, gardening, and reading.
Education
Seattle University, 2019, B.A.
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.
Heather's practice focuses on representing real estate developers in all phases of real estate acquisition, development, and permitting.
Jennifer is an associate attorney in the Transactional Department at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess where her practice focuses on corporate transactions, real estate transactions, and general business law. She also has experience in a variety of litigation and other transactional matters, including construction law, probate law and landlord-tenant law.
During her free time, Jennifer enjoys traveling, reading, and cheering on the Seattle Sounders with her family.
Practice Areas:
Business Law
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. ATTORNEY PROFILE
Kevin Hayes has worked as a civil litigator since 2015. He has experience representing clients in a variety of judicial and administrative settings through all stages of litigation in cases involving employment, professional licensing, contract, construction, personal injury, and real estate matters. He also has experience advising clients-from large and small business leaders to employees-on employment, contract, and business transactional matters. His practice currently focuses on real estate and other litigation.
Kevin graduated from Lewis & Clark Law School, where he served on the Ninth Circuit Review subcommittee of the Environmental Law Review editorial board. Prior to law school, Kevin graduated magna cum laude from the University of North Texas with a double major in Philosophy and Sociology.
Kevin often spends his weekends with his fiancé finding new dog friendly hiking trails to try to tire out his two high-energy dogs, one a German Shephard mix and the other an Alaskan Malamute.
Practice Areas:
Real Estate Litigation
Laura practices in the firm's civil litigation and transactional departments. Her practice centers around real estate law, construction defect, and general business law.
Laurence Tran is a seasoned attorney renowned for his unwavering dedication to the pursuit of justice. With a background in criminal defense, he went on to become in-house for a Fortune 100 company. He now employs his years of diverse legal experience as a litigation attorney for DFPBLAW.
Practice Areas:
Business
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.
Practice Areas
Real Estate Litigation
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.
Job Titles:
- Builders Association Government Affairs Committee
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.
Shasta grew up in a family of real estate entrepreneurs in and around Pierce and South King County. After graduating from Gonzaga University with her degree in Business Administration focusing on Finance and Law and Public Policy.
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. Regardless of how complicated or challenging a client's issue may be, he will assist in guiding that client to the best outcome.
Practice Areas
Commercial and Business Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, Short Sale and Loan Modification Negotiation, Land Use and Environmental Litigation, Zoning and Land Use, Construction Litigation, Estate Planning, General Business Law
Education
California Western School of Law, J.D.
Brigham Young University, cum laude, B.A.
Since graduating with honors from law school in 2005, Trevor has been serving the legal needs of businesses, individuals, and families across Southwest Washington. He has earned the confidence and admiration of hundreds of clients who have faced legal challenges ranging from boundary line disputes to business purchases and sales - clients will tell you that "Trevor is the best," that "his legal work is excellent," and that "he is always prepared for every step of the process."
When it comes to helping clients clear up what he calls "often exceedingly contentious and complicated disputes," Trevor places a high premium on thorough preparation, meticulous attention to detail, thoughtful planning, and an exhaustive knowledge of the ins and outs of each and every case which leads to great success for his clients.
Trevor's clients frequently come to him under extreme duress that negatively impacting all aspects of their lives. He is delighted when he sees their demeanor and attitudes shift as their legal burden is lifted over the course of their engagement.
While building an impressive litigation practice, Trevor has been active in an array of industry and charitable groups. He is currently a board member and past president of the Thurston County Bar Association, past board president for United Way of Thurston County, and past vice president of the board of directors for SafePlace, a nonprofit serving survivors of domestic and sexual violence. In addition, in 2015 and 2019 he was named a Rising Star® by Super Lawyers®, a research driven, peer influenced rating service recognizing no more than 2.5% of attorneys under the age of 40 nationwide.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Year, Pierce County 2015