Atty. Peter Joseph Phillips
Peter Joseph Phillips is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.S.E.E. degree from Cornell University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Peter Joseph Phillips at a Glance
Peter Joseph Phillips is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Lucas & Mercanti, LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1979), New York (1982), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1979) and Cornell University (B.S.E.E., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Joseph Phillips
- Peter Joseph Phillips is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.S.E.E. degree from Cornell University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Peter practices at Lucas & Mercanti, LLP in New York, NY
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Peter Joseph Phillips's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Joseph Phillips handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Patent Law in New York
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Intellectual Property in New York
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Peter Joseph 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 Peter Joseph Phillips's practice in the field of patent, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Joseph Phillips brings 47+ 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 Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and New York, Peter Joseph Phillips can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, ip, and litigation, Peter Joseph Phillips can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Peter Joseph Phillips attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Peter Joseph Phillips Handles in New York
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