Atty. Philip E Roberts

Atty. Philip E Roberts

With more than forty years of legal experience, Philip Roberts is able to provide excellent representation for his clients, whether in the courtroom or boardroom. His legal expertise includes a wide range of litigation, as well as providing reasoned advice to both private and governmental clients.

Lafayette Lafayette 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (337) 446-8514

Profile Summary

About Philip E Roberts at a glance

Philip E Roberts is a Special Counsel based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, workers comp, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1983) and U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana (1983). Educated at Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University (J.D., 1982) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of ASSOCIATIONS •Louisiana State Bar Association •Lafayette Parish Bar Association. Serves clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • With more than forty years of legal experience, Philip Roberts is able to provide excellent representation for his clients, whether in the courtroom or boardroom
  • His legal expertise includes a wide range of litigation, as well as providing reasoned advice to both private and governmental clients
  • Phil’s practice primarily involves the representation businesses and insurers in personal injury and workers compensation litigation, in which he has more than three decades of experience in achieving favorable results for his clients
  • A long time resident of Lafayette, Louisiana, Phil has been involved in his community by taking on leadership roles in youth sports and scouting organizations
  • He devotes much of his current spare time to enjoying his grandchildren, and is a frequent speaker at Continuing Legal Education seminars on various topics regarding litigation tactics and Louisiana Workers Compensation law
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Practice Areas Explained

Philip E Roberts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip E Roberts handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Philip E Roberts is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Louisiana →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Philip E Roberts is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Louisiana →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Philip E Roberts is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Philip E Roberts is one of 25,743 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Louisiana →

Product Liability

Philip E Roberts is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →

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 Lafayette 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 venue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip E Roberts

Where is Philip E Roberts's law office located?
Philip E Roberts's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip E Roberts handle?
Philip E Roberts focuses on business, real estate, workers comp, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Philip E Roberts practiced law?
Philip E Roberts has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Philip E Roberts go to law school?
Philip E Roberts earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Philip E Roberts for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Philip E Roberts received?
Philip E Roberts's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University
- 1982
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1983

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