Introduction
For over 45 years, Budd Bay Law, P.S. has served western Washington from its Olympia base, building a general practice that covers personal injury, family law, criminal defense, DUI, estate planning, probate, and business law under one roof. The firm operates from 324 West Bay Drive NW, Suite 201, Olympia, WA 98502, reachable at 360-866-4000, with Monday through Friday hours from 8:30 AM to 5 PM and reduced summer Friday hours from 8:30 AM to 12 PM.
With a combined legal experience of over 150 years across its attorney team, Budd Bay Law has achieved notable case results including $1 million in policy limits for a head-on collision victim and $800,000 for a drunk driving accident victim.
Practice Areas
Budd Bay Law provides broad legal coverage across multiple practice areas throughout western Washington.
Personal Injury
The firm has handled hundreds of personal injury cases pursuing maximum results for injured clients. Notable outcomes include $1 million in policy limits for an Aberdeen man injured in a head-on collision with a log truck trailer that killed his wife, $800,000 for a head-on drunk driving accident victim, $300,000 for an accidental life insurance claim with The Hartford, and $275,000 for a medical malpractice claim against an orthopedic surgeon. The firm handles automobile accidents and the full range of injury cases arising from negligence.
Auto Accidents
Automobile accident representation covers insurance coverage analysis, liability determination, medical documentation, and negotiation with carriers in Washington state.
Criminal Defense
Budd Bay Law has maintained a vigorous criminal defense practice for more than 45 years across Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, and Grays Harbor counties.
Drug Crime Defense
The firm defends against misdemeanor and felony drug offenses involving marijuana, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, prescription medications, and other controlled substances. Penalties for possession of cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine exceeding 40 grams but under 2 kilograms include Class B felony charges with up to ten years imprisonment and $25,000 in fines. Amounts over two kilograms carry $100,000 fines plus additional per-gram penalties. Defense strategies include challenging search and seizure procedures, disputing evidence handling, questioning informant reliability, and establishing lack of possession intent. The firm also helps eligible clients qualify for drug court, outpatient treatment, or counseling alternatives.
DUI Defense
First-time DUI offenders in Washington face up to a year in jail, fines up to $5,000, license suspension, probation, ignition interlock requirements, and mandatory alcohol evaluation and treatment. The Department of Licensing can suspend a license even when the client is found not guilty, making it critical to request an administrative hearing within 20 days of receiving notice. Defense strategies include challenging stop validity, questioning evidence reliability, and examining officer conduct.
Family Law
Family law representation covers separation and divorce, paternity, adoption, domestic partnerships, and nuptial agreements throughout western Washington.
Wills, Trusts, and Probate
The firm provides individually tailored estate planning services including wills and trusts, alongside extensive experience in probate proceedings and inheritance disputes.
Business and Corporate Law
Business representation covers corporate filings and the legal infrastructure businesses need to operate throughout Washington state.
Attorney Profiles
The firm team includes C. Scott Kee, Megan D. Card, Brian M. Barnes, Eric Pilon, Charles H. Houser III, William B. Pope, Heather Christenson, Thomas J. Westbrook, Justin Huxford, and Brandon J. Koenig. Together these ten attorneys bring over 150 years of combined legal experience to the firm.
The breadth of the team allows Budd Bay Law to handle interrelated legal matters across practice areas, meaning clients whose situations touch multiple areas of law can be served comprehensively without outside referrals.
Location and Service Area
Budd Bay Law, P.S. operates from 324 West Bay Drive NW, Suite 201, Olympia, WA 98502. Phone: 360-866-4000. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, with summer Friday hours from 8:30 AM to 12 PM.
The firm serves clients throughout western Washington, with primary coverage in Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, and Grays Harbor counties.
The firm website is at buddbaylaw.com/
Client Focus
Budd Bay Law emphasizes building long-term client relationships. The firm general practice model means clients with legal needs across multiple areas over time have continuity with attorneys who know their history. The firm 45-plus years of continuous operation in western Washington reflects a practice that has served multiple generations of clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many attorneys does Budd Bay Law have?
The firm has ten attorneys with over 150 years of combined legal experience: C. Scott Kee, Megan D. Card, Brian M. Barnes, Eric Pilon, Charles H. Houser III, William B. Pope, Heather Christenson, Thomas J. Westbrook, Justin Huxford, and Brandon J. Koenig.
What are some notable results the firm has achieved?
Notable results include $1 million in policy limits for a head-on collision victim in Aberdeen, $800,000 for a drunk driving accident victim, $300,000 for an accidental life insurance claim, and $275,000 for a medical malpractice claim against an orthopedic surgeon.
What counties does Budd Bay Law serve?
The firm serves Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, and Grays Harbor counties throughout western Washington.
What are the firm office hours?
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Summer Fridays run from 8:30 AM to 12 PM.
What should someone do if charged with DUI in Washington?
Contact an attorney immediately. The Department of Licensing can suspend your license even without a conviction, and you have only 20 days from receiving notice to request an administrative hearing.
How long has Budd Bay Law been operating?
The firm has served clients in western Washington for over 45 years.
Closing
Budd Bay Law, P.S. brings over four decades of continuous practice and a ten-attorney team to personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and business matters throughout western Washington. The general practice model and long institutional history make it a durable resource for clients whose legal needs span multiple areas or who value counsel with deep roots in the Olympia area.
Contact Budd Bay Law at 360-866-4000 or visit buddbaylaw.com/ to discuss your legal matter.