Business & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 46+ Years Experience
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About Phillip J. Patrick at a Glance
Phillip J. Patrick is an Of Counsel based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Perry, Shields, Campbell & Floyd, PLLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980) and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at South Texas College of Law Houston (J.D., 1980) and University of South Florida (A.A. University, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Phillip J. Patrick
- Mr. Phillip J. Patrick is a lawyer practicing oil & gas, business, government/administrative and 5 other areas of law
- Phillip received a A.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Phillip practices at Perry, Shields, Campbell & Floyd, PLLC in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Phillip J. Patrick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Phillip J. Patrick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Employment Law in Houston
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Phillip J. Patrick is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →
Business & Corporate Law in Houston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Phillip J. Patrick is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Real Estate Law in Houston
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Phillip J. Patrick is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →
Elder Law in Houston
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Phillip J. Patrick is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Texas →
Government & Administrative Law in Houston
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Phillip J. Patrick is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-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 Houston Choose Phillip J. Patrick
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 Phillip J. Patrick's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, elder law, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Phillip J. Patrick brings 46+ 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 Texas and U.S. Supreme Court, Phillip J. Patrick can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and real estate, Phillip J. Patrick can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Phillip J. Patrick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Phillip J. Patrick Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Phillip J. Patrick has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Phillip J. Patrick directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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