Atty. Nicholas James Phillips

Atty. Nicholas James Phillips

Mr. Nicholas James Phillips is a lawyer practicing general liability, corporate/business, construction and 2 other areas of law.

Fairfax Fairfax 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Nicholas James Phillips at a glance

Nicholas James Phillips is an Associate based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2012), District of Columbia (2014), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (2016), and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (2016). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D., 2012) and Georgia Southern University (B.S.J.S., 2008). Active member of Maryland Defense Counsel, Inc. Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Nicholas James Phillips is a lawyer practicing general liability, corporate/business, construction and 2 other areas of law
  • Nicholas received a B.S.J.S. degree from Georgia Southern University in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Nicholas practices at Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas James Phillips's Areas of Practice

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

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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Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicholas James Phillips

Where is Nicholas James Phillips's law office located?
Nicholas James Phillips's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm is Thomas, Thomas & Hafer LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas James Phillips handle?
Nicholas James Phillips focuses on criminal defense, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Nicholas James Phillips practiced law?
Nicholas James Phillips has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Nicholas James Phillips go to law school?
Nicholas James Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.S.J.S., 2008).
How can I contact Nicholas James Phillips for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore School of Law
- 2012
B.S.J.S.
Georgia Southern University
- 2008

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2012
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2014
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 2016
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Admitted: 2016
Virginia
Admitted: 2019

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