Atty. Christopher David William Philley

Atty. Christopher David William Philley

Mr. Christopher David William Philley is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, mediation and 14 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 16 yrs experience 16 year
Call (512) 641-0376 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Christopher David William Philley at a glance

Christopher David William Philley is a Member based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Law Office of Chris Philley, PLLC. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and child support. Admitted to practice in Texas (2010). Educated at Baylor University School of Law (J.D., 2010) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A. Government, 2007). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Christopher David William Philley is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, mediation and 14 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Christopher practices at Law Office of Chris Philley, PLLC in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher David William Philley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher David William Philley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Child Support

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Austin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher David William Philley

Where is Christopher David William Philley's law office located?
Christopher David William Philley's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Law Office of Chris Philley, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher David William Philley handle?
Christopher David William Philley focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Christopher David William Philley practiced law?
Christopher David William Philley has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Christopher David William Philley go to law school?
Christopher David William Philley earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A. Government, 2007).
How can I contact Christopher David William Philley for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher David William Philley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University School of Law
- 2010
B.A. Government
University of Texas at Austin
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2010

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