Atty. Walter Ray Phillips

Atty. Walter Ray Phillips

Walter Ray Phillips is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy. Walter Ray received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1954, and has been licensed for 69 years.

Columbia Columbia 69 yrs experience 69 year
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About Walter Ray Phillips at a glance

Walter Ray Phillips is a bankruptcy attorney based in Columbia, Missouri. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Admitted to practice in Georgia (Inactive) (1957), Florida (1958), Texas (1969), and Missouri (2001). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1957) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (A.B., 1954). Serands clients in Columbia, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Walter Ray Phillips is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy
  • Walter Ray received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1954, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • Walter Ray practices in Columbia, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Walter Ray Phillips's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter Ray Phillips handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Walter Ray Phillips

Where is Walter Ray Phillips's law office located?
Walter Ray Phillips's law practice is located in Columbia, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter Ray Phillips handle?
Walter Ray Phillips focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Walter Ray Phillips practiced law?
Walter Ray Phillips has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did Walter Ray Phillips go to law school?
Walter Ray Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 1957); (A.B., 1954).
How can I contact Walter Ray Phillips for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1957
A.B.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1954

Bar Admissions

Georgia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1957
Florida
Admitted: 1958
Texas
Admitted: 1969
Missouri
Admitted: 2001

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