Practice Area(s)

Education
  • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 1980)
  • Brandeis University (B.A., 1974)

 

Admitted to Practice
  • Washington
  • Connecticut

 

Phil has a business finance and real estate practice. In addition to helping clients organize, finance, buy and sell businesses, he represents clients on complex real estate transactions, including the negotiation and drafting of complex multi-party agreements regarding the development of shopping centers and other commercial real estate projects.  His involvement includes the acquisition and financing of projects, as well as leasing activities associated with commercial projects. Phil finds the business/finance and real estate areas to be complementary to each other.

Before joining Ryan Swanson, Phil practiced tax law for several years at a Connecticut law firm. His understanding of the tax laws is valuable when working on business and real estate transactions, which inevitably raise tax issues.

Honors and Awards
  • Dr. Samuel Belkin Scholars Award
Professional and Community Activities
  • Washington State Chair and National Council, American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) (2010)
  • Board of Directors, Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle (2010)
  • Member, Cascade Bicycle Club (1987-present)
  • Member, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (1996-present)
  • Secretary/Treasurer, Frye Art Museum (1996-2008)
Background

Outside of the firm, when not involved with family activities, Phil is an avid cyclist. Logging thousands of miles a year on his bicycle, Phil finds that riding hard with friends provides a welcome physical challenge, camaraderie and the perfect way to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Northwest.