Atty. James Matthew Phillips

Atty. James Matthew Phillips

James Matthew Phillips is a lawyer practicing banking, bankruptcy & debt, financial markets and services. James received a degree from Depaul University College of Law, and has been licensed for 7 years.

Buffalo Buffalo 7 yrs experience 7 year
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Profile Summary

About James Matthew Phillips at a glance

James Matthew Phillips is a business and bankruptcy attorney based in Buffalo, New York. They have 7+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2019. Admitted to practice in New York (2019). Educated at DePaul University College of Law JD - Juris Doctor (—) and Depaul University College of Law (—). Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James Matthew Phillips is a lawyer practicing banking, bankruptcy & debt, financial markets and services
  • James received a degree from Depaul University College of Law, and has been licensed for 7 years
  • James practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Matthew Phillips's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Where is James Matthew Phillips's law office located?
James Matthew Phillips's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Matthew Phillips handle?
James Matthew Phillips focuses on business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Matthew Phillips practiced law?
James Matthew Phillips has 7+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2019.
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Education

DePaul University College of Law JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress
Depaul University College of Law
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2019

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