Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Experienced Legal Representation in The Dalles, OR
Established in 1913, our firm has built a century-long legacy of providing comprehensive legal services to clients in the Columbia Gorge, Eastern Oregon, and Washington. Our attorneys combine deep legal expertise with personalized strategies to address complex matters in estate planning, probate, real property, business law, family law, and more. With over seven decades of combined experience, William G. Dick II and Jason R. Corey lead our practice, maintaining the firm's tradition of integrity, professionalism, and client-focused advocacy. Our team extends beyond attorneys to include dedicated legal assistants who ensure seamless operations and strict confidentiality.We specialize in navigating both transactional and litigation matters, offering tailored solutions for individuals, businesses, and government entities. Our historic roots in The Dalles, Oregon, position us to understand the unique legal needs of our regional clients while maintaining national standards of excellence. We prioritize clear communication, ethical representation, and proactive problem-solving to achieve favorable outcomes. As a multi-generational practice, we continue evolving to meet modern legal challenges while preserving the values that have defined our service for over 100 years.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Real Property Law
Business Entity Formation
Family Law Matters
Criminal Defense
Municipal Law
Adoptions
Guardianships
Trust Administration
Details
- Year established: 1913
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of combined legal experience
- Personalized strategies for complex legal matters
- Multi-generational tradition of client-focused advocacy
- Comprehensive expertise across 8+ practice areas
- Proven track record in regional and state matters
Services
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans to protect your assets and ensure your wishes are honored. Our attorneys draft wills, trusts, and advanced directives tailored to individual family needs. With decades of experience in probate courts, we help clients minimize tax burdens and streamline asset transfer processes.
Probate Administration
Our firm guides executors through complex probate procedures while managing estate debts and distributions. We represent personal representatives in court proceedings and help resolve disputes between beneficiaries. Our goal is to ensure efficient, legally compliant estate closure with minimal family conflict.
Real Property Law
We handle property transactions including title transfers, boundary disputes, and land use issues. Our services cover residential and commercial real estate closings, zoning matters, and mineral rights negotiations. Attorneys provide title insurance solutions and resolve ownership conflicts through litigation when necessary.
Business Law
We assist with business formation, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance for corporations and LLCs. Our attorneys negotiate commercial agreements, handle partnership disputes, and provide ongoing legal counsel for business operations. We specialize in structuring entities to protect owners' personal assets.
Family Law
We represent clients in divorce proceedings, child custody battles, and spousal support negotiations. Our approach prioritizes children's best interests while protecting parental rights. We handle adoption processes, prenuptial agreements, and modifications to existing court orders for family-related legal matters.
People
William G. Dick II
Partner
Senior attorney with 45+ years of experience in estate planning and municipal law. Specializes in wills, trusts, and probate matters. Provides strategic counsel to government entities and private clients across Oregon.
Jason R. Corey
Partner
Experienced trial attorney focusing on business law and family law matters. Handles complex litigation cases and commercial transactions. Represents clients in real estate disputes and criminal defense cases throughout the Columbia Gorge region.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in estate planning, probate administration, real property law, business entity formation, family law matters, criminal defense, and municipal law services.
How can I schedule a legal consultation?
Contact our office at 541.296.2152 to discuss your legal needs and arrange an initial consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.
Do you handle cases outside Oregon?
While based in Oregon, we represent clients in Washington state matters and have experience with interstate legal proceedings across the Pacific Northwest.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys collectively have over 70 years of legal experience, with individual practice spans exceeding 45 years in complex transactional and litigation matters.
How does your billing process work?
We use traditional hourly billing with transparent documentation. Payment arrangements are discussed during initial consultations to ensure clear financial expectations for legal services.
Can you assist with business formation?
Yes, we help establish corporations, LLCs, and partnerships while providing ongoing legal counsel for business operations and contract negotiations.
