Managing Partner

Nikki Thompson

Nikki Thompson is one of the Managing Partners of Thompson, Guildner & Associates, Inc., P.S. Nikki joined the Firm in 2020. Nikki provides legal services to multiple municipalities and serves as the City/Town Attorney for the City of Sedro-Woolley, the City of Stanwood, the City of Carnation, the Town of Darrington, the Town of Coupeville, and Valley Transit. Nikki has broad experience in all areas of municipal law — including contract review, ordinance drafting, labor relations and personnel issues, public works bidding and purchasing, real estate transactions, open public meetings and public records, code enforcement, and land use matters. In addition to serving public clients, Nikki serves private and corporate clients in land use, boundary disputes, and real estate transactions. She also represents municipalities in pending litigation and assists in the implementation of risk management best practices. Nikki prides herself on working effectively and collaboratively with department heads, staff, elected officials, and members of the public. She was admitted to practice in Washington State in 2006, and the Federal District Court, Western District of Washington, in 2021.

Professional Organizations

  • Washington State Bar Association

  • Washington Association of Municipal Attorneys (WSAMA)

  • Snohomish County Bar Association

Education

  • University of Washington, B.A.

  • Seattle University, J.D.