Atty. Donald L. Phillips

Atty. Donald L. Phillips

Donald L. Phillips is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, commercial bankruptcy, personal bankruptcy and 11 other areas of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 65 yrs experience 65 year
Call (412) 706-9705 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Donald L. Phillips at a glance

Donald L. Phillips is a Member based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Donald L. Phillips, P.C.. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1961), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1961), U.S. Tax Court (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1986). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1960) and Oberlin College (A.B., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County (Member of Council, Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section), Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations Commercial Law League of America. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Donald L. Phillips is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, commercial bankruptcy, personal bankruptcy and 11 other areas of law
  • Donald received a A.B. degree from Oberlin College in 1957, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • Donald practices at Donald L. Phillips, P.C. in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Donald L. Phillips's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Donald L. Phillips is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Contracts

Donald L. Phillips is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Donald L. Phillips is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Donald L. Phillips is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Donald L. Phillips is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donald L. Phillips

Where is Donald L. Phillips's law office located?
Donald L. Phillips's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Donald L. Phillips, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald L. Phillips handle?
Donald L. Phillips focuses on formation, contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Donald L. Phillips practiced law?
Donald L. Phillips has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did Donald L. Phillips go to law school?
Donald L. Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 1960); (A.B., 1957).
How can I contact Donald L. Phillips for a consultation?
You can contact Donald L. Phillips 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.
What awards or recognition has Donald L. Phillips received?
Donald L. Phillips's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1960
A.B.
Oberlin College
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1961
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1961
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1986

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