Atty. Gary A. Phillips (Retired)
Gary Phillips’s practice encompasses general civil litigation, insurance defense, probate and real estate matters and domestic relations law. Mr.
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Gary A. Phillips (Retired) is a Member based in Decatur, Alabama, practicing at Harris Caddell Shanks P C. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1976). Educated at University of Alabama School of Law (J.D. Phi, 1976) and Jacksonville University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Morgan County Bar Association Alabama State Bar. Serands clients in Decatur, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Gary Phillips’s practice encompasses general civil litigation, insurance defense, probate and real estate matters and domestic relations law
- Mr. Phillips has extensive experience in state and federal court litigating on behalf of clients in cases involving negligence, including personal injury, insurance defense and contract disputes
- His probate practice encompasses representing individuals, personal representatives and trustees in resolving estate issues
- Gary also routinely handles commercial and residential real estate matters, including financing, sale and lease contracts and title disputes
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary A. Phillips (Retired) handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Gary A. Phillips (Retired) is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Alabama →
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Gary A. Phillips (Retired) is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Alabama →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Alabama
Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Decatur are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama 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 Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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