Atty. Michael R. Phillips
Mike Phillips serves as Chair of Kean Miller ’s Energy and Environmental Litigation practice group and represents clients in complex, high-stakes litigation in state and federal courts, including trials and appeals. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, his practice focuses on matters involving single- and multi-plaintiff claims, class actions, multi-district litigation, and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Defendants .
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Michael R. Phillips is a class action and product liability attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Kean Miller. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas and Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association. Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mike Phillips serves as Chair of Kean Miller’s Energy and Environmental Litigation practice group and represents clients in complex, high-stakes litigation in state and federal courts, including trials and appeals
- Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, his practice focuses on matters involving single- and multi-plaintiff claims, class actions, multi-district litigation, and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Defendants
- While his work frequently involves the energy sector, he also represents clients across a wide range of industries that are central to the regional economy
- Mike has handled matters involving disputes valued in the billions of dollars and represents Fortune 500 companies, privately held businesses, and individuals, on both the plaintiff and defense sides
- Mike maintains a broad litigation and trial practice
- He handles disputes involving environmental contamination, wetlands and coastal issues, toxic tort and personal injury claims, oil and gas exploration and production, legacy litigation, antitrust matters, intellectual property disputes, commercial litigation, construction claims, products liability, and other general business disputes
- His work has contributed to court decisions that continue to be cited in subsequent litigation
- In addition to courtroom advocacy, Mike advises clients on the ancillary issues that often accompany significant litigation, including media strategy, governmental relations, and crisis communications
- He regularly develops litigation strategies and case management approaches designed to address risk, manage costs, and move cases toward resolution
- Clients value his practical perspective and disciplined approach when engaging with opposing counsel and managing complex matters over extended periods of time
- Mike also represents clients in state regulatory proceedings and regularly advises on laws and regulations affecting business operations and long-term planning
- His experience defending energy and industrial clients provides insight into regulatory enforcement and litigation strategies commonly used in these matters
- Drawing on decades of litigation experience, Mike works closely with clients at every stage of dispute resolution, from early case assessment through trial and appeal
- He focuses on identifying potential legal issues early and providing candid guidance to help clients evaluate their options and plan a course of action aligned with their business objectives
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Louisiana
Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Orleans are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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