Atty. Michael E. Phillips
Law Clerk, Justice William L. Waller, Jr., Mississippi Supreme Court, 2000-2001.
Medical Malpractice Defense & More Attorney · Serving Madison, MS · 26+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Michael E. Phillips at a Glance
Michael E. Phillips is a Founding Shareholder based in Madison, Mississippi, practicing at Hagwood and Tipton PC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, slip & fall, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (2000), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth (2000), Texas (2006), and U.S. District Court, Western, Middle and Eastern Districts of Tennessee (2006). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Mississippi College (B.S., 1996). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Madison, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael E. Phillips
- Law Clerk, Justice William L. Waller, Jr., Mississippi Supreme Court, 2000-2001
- Student Participant, International Association of Defense Counsel "IADC" Satellite Trial Academy, January 2007
Practice Areas Explained
Michael E. Phillips's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. Phillips handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Medical Malpractice in Madison
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Madison
Michael E. Phillips is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Mississippi →
Product Liability in Madison
Michael E. Phillips is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Mississippi →
Civil Litigation in Madison
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael E. Phillips is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Mississippi →
Insurance Law in Madison
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Michael E. Phillips is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Mississippi →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
Practicing law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Madison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Mississippi state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Mississippi 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 Mississippi courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-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 Madison Choose Michael E. 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 Michael E. Phillips's practice in the field of medical malpractice, slip & fall, product liability, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael E. Phillips brings 26+ 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 Mississippi, U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, and Texas, Michael E. Phillips can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, slip & fall, and product liability, Michael E. Phillips can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means Michael E. Phillips attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael E. Phillips Handles in Madison
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