Atty. James Doward Phillips, Jr.

Atty. James Doward Phillips, Jr.

Mr. James Doward Phillips, Jr. is a lawyer practicing dui defense, felonies, sex crimes and 12 other areas of law.

Orlando Orlando 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About James Doward Phillips, Jr. at a glance

James Doward Phillips, Jr. is a Founding Partner based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Katz & Phillips, P.A.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Florida (2006) and Tennessee U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of F (2020). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Univeristy of Southern Mississippi (B.S. Psychology, 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Doward Phillips, Jr. is a lawyer practicing dui defense, felonies, sex crimes and 12 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from Univeristy of Southern Mississippi in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • James practices at Katz & Phillips, P.A. in Orlando, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Doward Phillips, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Doward Phillips, Jr.

Where is James Doward Phillips, Jr.'s law office located?
James Doward Phillips, Jr.'s law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Katz & Phillips, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Doward Phillips, Jr. handle?
James Doward Phillips, Jr. focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Doward Phillips, Jr. practiced law?
James Doward Phillips, Jr. has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did James Doward Phillips, Jr. go to law school?
James Doward Phillips, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.S. Psychology, 2001).
How can I contact James Doward Phillips, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Doward Phillips, Jr. received?
James Doward Phillips, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Mississippi College School of Law
- 2005
B.S. Psychology
Univeristy of Southern Mississippi
- 2001

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2006
Tennessee U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of F
Admitted: 2020

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