Atty. Dwight Wilburn Phillips

Atty. Dwight Wilburn Phillips

Dwight Wilburn Phillips is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, negligence defense, workers' compensation section. Dwight received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Dwight Wilburn Phillips at a glance

Dwight Wilburn Phillips is a Shareholder based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Phifer & White, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1976) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1976). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1976) and University of San Francisco (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Wolverine (Member, Board of Directors, 1979 Treasurer, 1980-1982) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan (Member, Sections on: Negligence Workers' Compensation) National Bar Association. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dwight Wilburn Phillips is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, negligence defense, workers' compensation section
  • Dwight received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Dwight practices at Phifer & White, P.C. in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Dwight Wilburn Phillips's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Dwight Wilburn Phillips is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Dwight Wilburn Phillips is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dwight Wilburn Phillips

Where is Dwight Wilburn Phillips's law office located?
Dwight Wilburn Phillips's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Phifer & White, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dwight Wilburn Phillips handle?
Dwight Wilburn Phillips focuses on personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Dwight Wilburn Phillips practiced law?
Dwight Wilburn Phillips has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Dwight Wilburn Phillips go to law school?
Dwight Wilburn Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Dwight Wilburn Phillips for a consultation?
You can contact Dwight Wilburn 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 Dwight Wilburn Phillips received?
Dwight Wilburn Phillips's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1976
B.A.
University of San Francisco
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1976

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