Atty. Thomas J. Phillips
Tom Phillips focuses his practice on taxation and provides tax analysis, advice, and tax opinions to publicly traded and closely-held business entities. He has more than 40 years of experience representing clients in and structuring and implementing tax-free reorganizations and mergers, spinoffs, cross-border transactions, taxable asset and stock purchase transactions and partnership transactions.
Litigation and Controversy - Tax & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI
Profile Summary
About Thomas J. Phillips at a Glance
Thomas J. Phillips is a tax and tax litigation attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at von Briesen & Roper SC. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin, State Bar of Wisconsin. Educated at New York University (LL.M., 1974) and University of Utah (J.D., 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Thomas J. Phillips in Milwaukee
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Thomas J. Phillips
- Tom Phillips focuses his practice on taxation and provides tax analysis, advice, and tax opinions to publicly traded and closely-held business entities
- He has more than 40 years of experience representing clients in and structuring and implementing tax-free reorganizations and mergers, spinoffs, cross-border transactions, taxable asset and stock purchase transactions and partnership transactions
- That experience also includes representing private placement investments in limited partnerships and limited liability companies involving hedge funds, distressed company investments, commercial real estate, value company investments, and low-income housing tax credit projects
- Tom has extensive experience in tax controversy matters representing clients before the Internal Revenue Service, Wisconsin Department of Revenue, and federal and state courts
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas J. Phillips's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas J. Phillips handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Tax Law in Milwaukee
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Thomas J. Phillips is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Wisconsin →
Tax Litigation in Milwaukee
Thomas J. Phillips is one of 3,087 tax litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Milwaukee
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Milwaukee Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Milwaukee-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.
Looking for additional Wisconsin attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Milwaukee or all attorneys in Wisconsin.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Thomas J. Phillips
Where is Thomas J. Phillips's law office located?
What practice areas does Thomas J. Phillips handle?
Where did Thomas J. Phillips go to law school?
How can I contact Thomas J. Phillips for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Thomas J. Phillips received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Milwaukee Choose Thomas J. Phillips
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 Thomas J. Phillips's practice in the field of tax and tax litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax and tax litigation, Thomas J. Phillips can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Milwaukee
A Milwaukee-based practice means Thomas J. Phillips 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 Thomas J. Phillips Handles in Milwaukee
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas J. Phillips has experience with under Wisconsin 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 Thomas J. Phillips directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find Thomas J. Phillips Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Milwaukee commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Thomas J. Phillips.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Thomas J. Phillips directly.
Thomas J. Phillips's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Thomas J. Phillips
No reviews yet.