Atty. Phillip Gordon Svalya

Atty. Phillip Gordon Svalya

Phillip Gordon Svalya is a lawyer practicing car accidents, brain damage, catastrophic injury. Phillip received a B.S. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1966, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Cupertino Cupertino 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (424) 279-6274

Profile Summary

About Phillip Gordon Svalya at a glance

Phillip Gordon Svalya is a Member based in Cupertino, California, practicing at Phillip G Svalya Inc. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in California (1974) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1974). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1973) and United States Naval Academy (B.S., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Santa Clara County and Sunnyvale-Cupertino Bar Associations State Bar of California The Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Serves clients in Cupertino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phillip Gordon Svalya is a lawyer practicing car accidents, brain damage, catastrophic injury
  • Phillip received a B.S. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1966, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Phillip practices at Phillip G. Svalya, Inc. in Cupertino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Phillip Gordon Svalya's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Phillip Gordon Svalya handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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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.

Phillip Gordon Svalya is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Phillip Gordon Svalya is one of 9,211 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Phillip Gordon Svalya

Where is Phillip Gordon Svalya's law office located?
Phillip Gordon Svalya's law practice is located in Cupertino, California. The firm is Phillip G Svalya Inc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Phillip Gordon Svalya handle?
Phillip Gordon Svalya focuses on car accidents, personal injury, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Phillip Gordon Svalya practiced law?
Phillip Gordon Svalya has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Phillip Gordon Svalya go to law school?
Phillip Gordon Svalya earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1966).
How can I contact Phillip Gordon Svalya for a consultation?
You can contact Phillip Gordon Svalya directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Phillip Gordon Svalya received?
Phillip Gordon Svalya's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara
- 1973
B.S.
United States Naval Academy
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1974

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