Atty. Jon Phillips
Jon Phillips graduated from Purdue University in 1999 and received his law degree from the Indiana University School of Law in 2003. In 2004 he was admitted to practice before all Indiana Courts and the U.S.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Lafayette, IN · 22+ Years Experience
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About Jon Phillips at a Glance
Jon Phillips is a Member based in Lafayette, Indiana, practicing at Herr & Phillips, LLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, criminal defense, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Indiana (2004) and U S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (2004). Educated at Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis (J.D., 2003) and Purdue University (B.A., 1999). Serves clients in Lafayette, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jon Phillips
- Jon Phillips graduated from Purdue University in 1999 and received his law degree from the Indiana University School of Law in 2003
- In 2004 he was admitted to practice before all Indiana Courts and the U.S
- District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
- He served as Deputy Prosecutor, Tippecanoe County, 2004-2006 and is a member of the Indiana State Bar Association and the Tippecanoe County Bar Association
- He has represented criminal defendants since entering private practice five years ago
- He practices almost exclusively in criminal law
- His practice has grown steadily over the years
- Jon joined Tom Herr in the practice of law in 2007
- Since being in private practice, he has continued to work hard to gain a reputation for fairness among judges, prosecutors and other participates in the criminal justice system
- He has continued to build upon the relationships that began when he was a deputy prosecutor
Practice Areas Explained
Jon Phillips's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon Phillips handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lafayette.
Wills in Lafayette
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Trusts in Lafayette
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Criminal Defense in Lafayette
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Creditor Rights & Collections in Lafayette
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lafayette
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lafayette are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Lafayette Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lafayette-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lafayette Choose Jon Phillips
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jon Phillips's practice in the field of wills, trusts, criminal defense, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jon Phillips brings 22+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Indiana and U S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, Jon Phillips can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and criminal defense, Jon Phillips can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lafayette
A Lafayette-based practice means Jon Phillips attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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