Admiralty Law & More Attorney · Serving Anchorage, AK · 38+ Years Experience
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About Philip A. Rush at a Glance
Philip A. Rush is a Member based in Anchorage, Alaska, practicing at Martin, Bischoff, Templeton, Langslet & Hoffman, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, maritime, and aviation. Admitted to practice in California (1988), Oregon (1989), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1989), and Washington (1990). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D. Tulane, 1988) and California Maritime Academy (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Past Chair, Aviation Section, Alaska, Washington State and American Bar Associations Oregon State Bar State Bar of California Defense Research Institute Oregon Associate of Defense Counsel. Serves clients in Anchorage, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Philip A. Rush
- Mr. Philip A. Rush is a lawyer practicing aviation law, products liability, admiralty law and 1 other area of law
- Philip received a B.S. degree from California Maritime Academy in 1979, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Philip practices at Martin, Bischoff, Templeton, Langslet & Hoffman, LLP in Anchorage, AK and 1 other location
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Philip A. Rush's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip A. Rush handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Anchorage.
Personal Injury in Anchorage
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.
Philip A. Rush is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alaska →
Product Liability in Anchorage
Philip A. Rush is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Alaska →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Anchorage
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Philip A. Rush is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Alaska →
Aviation Law in Anchorage
Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.
Philip A. Rush is one of 9,145 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation attorneys in Alaska →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Anchorage
Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Anchorage are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska 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 Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Anchorage Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Anchorage-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 Anchorage Choose Philip A. Rush
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 Philip A. Rush's practice in the field of personal injury, product liability, maritime, and aviation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Philip A. Rush brings 38+ 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 California, Oregon, and U.S. District Court, District of Oregon, Philip A. Rush can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, product liability, and maritime, Philip A. Rush can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Anchorage
A Anchorage-based practice means Philip A. Rush 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 Philip A. Rush Handles in Anchorage
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