Atty. Joseph W Phillips

Atty. Joseph W Phillips

Joseph W Phillips is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, construction law and 10 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Oakland University in 1970, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Ann Arbor Ann Arbor 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (734) 590-3617

Profile Summary

About Joseph W Phillips at a glance

Joseph W Phillips is a Shareholder based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, practicing at Conlin, McKenney & Philbrick, P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1982), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1994). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1982) and Oakland University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washtenaw County (Member, Sections on: Labor and Employment Law and Real Property Law) and American (Member, Sections on: Commercial Litigation, Labor and Employment) Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serves clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph W Phillips is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, construction law and 10 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Oakland University in 1970, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Joseph practices at Conlin, McKenney & Philbrick, P.C. in Ann Arbor, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph W Phillips's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph W 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.

Joseph W Phillips is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Employment Law

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

Joseph W Phillips is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Joseph W Phillips is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

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

Joseph W Phillips is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Land Use & Zoning

Joseph W Phillips is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph W Phillips

Where is Joseph W Phillips's law office located?
Joseph W Phillips's law practice is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The firm is Conlin, McKenney & Philbrick, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph W Phillips handle?
Joseph W Phillips focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Joseph W Phillips practiced law?
Joseph W Phillips has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Joseph W Phillips go to law school?
Joseph W Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Joseph W Phillips for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph W 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 Joseph W Phillips received?
Joseph W Phillips's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1982
B.A.
Oakland University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1994

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