Atty. John Buchanan Philip

Atty. John Buchanan Philip

John Buchanan Philip is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, insolvency & reorg^, litigation - general civil practice and 13 other areas of law. John received a degree from Memphis Cecil C.

Memphis Memphis 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About John Buchanan Philip at a glance

John Buchanan Philip is a Senior Partner based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Crislip, Philip & Associates. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1974). Educated at University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (JD, 1974) and Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Family Law Section General-Solo-Small Firm Practitioners Section Real Estate Law Section. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Buchanan Philip is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, insolvency & reorg^, litigation - general civil practice and 13 other areas of law
  • John received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Crislip, Philip & Associates in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

John Buchanan Philip's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Buchanan Philip handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John Buchanan Philip is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

John Buchanan Philip is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Buchanan Philip

Where is John Buchanan Philip's law office located?
John Buchanan Philip's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Crislip, Philip & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Buchanan Philip handle?
John Buchanan Philip focuses on probate, family law, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John Buchanan Philip practiced law?
John Buchanan Philip has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John Buchanan Philip go to law school?
John Buchanan Philip earned their education at (JD, 1974); (—).
How can I contact John Buchanan Philip for a consultation?
You can contact John Buchanan Philip 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 John Buchanan Philip received?
John Buchanan Philip's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
- 1974
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1974

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