Atty. Jon Phillips

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.

Lafayette Lafayette 22 Years Experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

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.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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 Practice

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

Wills

Jon Phillips is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Indiana →

Trusts

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Criminal Defense

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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.

Looking for additional Indiana attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Lafayette or all attorneys in Indiana.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jon Phillips

Where is Jon Phillips's law office located?
Jon Phillips's law practice is located in Lafayette, Indiana. The firm is Herr & Phillips, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jon Phillips handle?
Jon Phillips focuses on wills, trusts, criminal defense, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Jon Phillips practiced law?
Jon Phillips has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Jon Phillips go to law school?
Jon Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact Jon Phillips for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis
- 2003
B.A.
Purdue University
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 2004
U S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 2004

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