Atty. James J Phillips

Atty. James J Phillips

James J Phillips is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, liquor liability, automobile liability defense and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Bay City Bay City 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James J Phillips at a glance

James J Phillips is a Member based in Bay City, Michigan, practicing at James J. Phillips. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on creditor rights, slip & fall, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1980), Wisconsin (1981), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1982). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1980) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bay County Bar Association State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Bay City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James J Phillips is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, liquor liability, automobile liability defense and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at James J. Phillips in Bay City, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James J Phillips's Areas of Practice

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

Creditor Rights & Collections

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James J Phillips is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Michigan →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Bay City 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 James J Phillips

Where is James J Phillips's law office located?
James J Phillips's law practice is located in Bay City, Michigan. The firm is James J. Phillips. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J Phillips handle?
James J Phillips focuses on creditor rights, slip & fall, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James J Phillips practiced law?
James J Phillips has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James J Phillips go to law school?
James J Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James J Phillips for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James J Phillips received?
James J Phillips's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1980
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1982

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