Atty. Jeffrey Kent Phillips

Atty. Jeffrey Kent Phillips

Jeffrey Kent Phillips is a lawyer practicing complex and commercial litigation, businesses, particularly energy companies and 9 other areas of law. Jeffrey received a B.S. degree from Point Park College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Lexington Lexington 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey Kent Phillips at a glance

Jeffrey Kent Phillips is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1991), Pennsylvania (1992), and Kentucky (2009). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1991) and Point Park College (B.S., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pennsylvania and Kentucky Bar Associations West Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jeffrey Kent Phillips is a lawyer practicing complex and commercial litigation, businesses, particularly energy companies and 9 other areas of law
  • Jeffrey received a B.S. degree from Point Park College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Jeffrey practices at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey Kent Phillips's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey Kent 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.

Jeffrey Kent Phillips is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Jeffrey Kent Phillips is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kentucky →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Jeffrey Kent Phillips is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jeffrey Kent Phillips is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kentucky →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

Jeffrey Kent Phillips is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Kentucky →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey Kent Phillips

Where is Jeffrey Kent Phillips's law office located?
Jeffrey Kent Phillips's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. The firm is Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey Kent Phillips handle?
Jeffrey Kent Phillips focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Jeffrey Kent Phillips practiced law?
Jeffrey Kent Phillips has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Jeffrey Kent Phillips go to law school?
Jeffrey Kent Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact Jeffrey Kent Phillips for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey Kent 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 Jeffrey Kent Phillips received?
Jeffrey Kent Phillips's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1991
B.S.
Point Park College
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1991
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992
Kentucky
Admitted: 2009

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