Atty. Christopher Michael Phillips

Atty. Christopher Michael Phillips

Christopher Michael Phillips is a lawyer practicing banking / financial services, business, corporate and 8 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Sewanee-The University of the South in 1996, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Austin Austin 23 Years Experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Michael Phillips at a glance

Christopher Michael Phillips is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and health care. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2003) and Texas (2014). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 2003) and Sewanee-The University of the South (B.A., 1996). Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Michael Phillips is a lawyer practicing banking / financial services, business, corporate and 8 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Sewanee-The University of the South in 1996, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Christopher practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Michael Phillips's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 venue, 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 Michael Phillips

Where is Christopher Michael Phillips's law office located?
Christopher Michael Phillips's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Michael Phillips handle?
Christopher Michael Phillips focuses on business, m&a, securities, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Christopher Michael Phillips practiced law?
Christopher Michael Phillips has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Christopher Michael Phillips go to law school?
Christopher Michael Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Christopher Michael Phillips for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 2003
B.A.
Sewanee-The University of the South
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2003
Texas
Admitted: 2014

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