Mike Phillips focuses his practice on estate planning, probate and trust administration. The cornerstone of Mike’s approach is forming long term relationships with his clients built on trust, open communication, and mutual respect.

Mike is calm, compassionate, and enjoys connecting with his clients. From assisting clients in planning their legacy to helping them navigate through the administration of a loved one’s estate, Mike takes the time to understand each family’s unique needs and provides thoughtful, nuanced counsel in a way that is easy to understand.

A Clark County native, Mike takes special pride in serving the community he grew up in. In his spare time, Mike enjoys traveling to new countries, searching for his errant golf shots, and watching sports. Mike is a zealous, unwavering Washington Huskies fan.

Admitted to practice:

  • State of Washington

  • State of Oregon

Education:

  • J.D., Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Cum Laude, 2022

  • Graduate Degree in Comparative Law, Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center, 2022

  • B.A., University of Washington, 2018

Professional Memberships & Affiliations:

  • Clark County Bar Association

  • Washington State Bar Association

    • Taxation Section

    • Real Property, Probate and Trust Section

  • Oregon State Bar

Past Experience:

  • NW Legacy Law, Law Clerk, 2021

  • U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Louisiana, Judicial Extern, 2021

Awards & Recognition:

  • Dean’s Scholar (Top 25% of Class, Spring Semester 2021, Fall Semester 2021, Spring Semester 2022)

  • Notes and Comments Editor, LSU Journal of Energy Law and Resources, 2021-2022

  • Paul M. Hebert Scholar Award (Top 10% of Class, Fall Semester, 2021)

  • CALI Award, Legislation Seminar, 2020

Community Activities:

  • Vancouver Rotary Foundation, Board Member, 2023-Present

  • Rotary Club of Vancouver, Member, 2022-Present

  • 100 Men Who Care Clark County, Member, 2022-Present

  • Summit View Church, Member