Atty. Collin T. Phillips

Atty. Collin T. Phillips

Collin Phillips represents clients in white collar and regulatory enforcement investigations, with a particular focus on matters involving securities and financial services laws. Mr.

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About Collin T. Phillips at a glance

Collin T. Phillips is a litigation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar and New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at The George Washington University (J.D., 2017) and Saint Edward's University (BA, 2012). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Collin Phillips represents clients in white collar and regulatory enforcement investigations, with a particular focus on matters involving securities and financial services laws
  • Mr. Phillips regularly advises clients facing complex, multi-regulator investigations, including matters involving the SEC, DOJ, FINRA, Federal Reserve Board, state attorneys general, and others
  • Mr. Phillips has represented clients in investigations concerning a wide range of subject matters, including insider trading, accounting fraud, financial reporting irregularities, anti-corruption, sanctions, anti-money laundering, and price-fixing and market allocation
  • Prior to joining WilmerHale, Mr. Phillips worked as an associate at another international law firm in Washington DC
  • Prior to obtaining his law degree, Mr. Phillips was a law clerk for the US Civilian Board of Contract Appeals and taught English in South Africa as part of the US Department of State Fulbright Program

Practice Areas Explained

Collin T. Phillips's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Collin T. Phillips

Where is Collin T. Phillips's law office located?
Collin T. Phillips's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Collin T. Phillips handle?
Collin T. Phillips focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
Where did Collin T. Phillips go to law school?
Collin T. Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 2017); (BA, 2012).
How can I contact Collin T. Phillips for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Collin T. Phillips received?
Collin T. Phillips's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
The George Washington University
- 2017
BA
Saint Edward's University
- 2012

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar
New York, New York State Bar Association

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