Atty. Philip L. Avis

Atty. Philip L. Avis

Philip L. Avis is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, bankruptcy law, domestic relations law and 2 other areas of law.

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Profile Summary

About Philip L. Avis at a glance

Philip L. Avis is a wills, personal injury, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in Newport News, Virginia. Educated at University of Virginia LL.B. (—) and University of Virginia B.S. (—). Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Philip L. Avis is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, bankruptcy law, domestic relations law and 2 other areas of law
  • Philip L. received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia, and
  • Philip L. practices in Newport News, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Philip L. Avis's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Philip L. Avis is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →

Personal Injury

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 L. Avis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Philip L. Avis is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Virginia →

Real Estate Law

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

Philip L. Avis is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Philip L. Avis is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Virginia →

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 Newport News 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

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Where is Philip L. Avis's law office located?
Philip L. Avis's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip L. Avis handle?
Philip L. Avis focuses on wills, personal injury, family law, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
Where did Philip L. Avis go to law school?
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Education

University of Virginia LL.B.
- In Progress
University of Virginia B.S.
- In Progress

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