Atty. William Howard Phillips

Atty. William Howard Phillips

William Howard Phillips is a lawyer practicing workers compensation defense. William Howard received a A.B. degree from Hunter College of the City University of New York in 1959, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Chicago Chicago 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About William Howard Phillips at a glance

William Howard Phillips is a workers comp attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1970). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1970) and Hunter College of the City University of New York (A.B., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Howard Phillips is a lawyer practicing workers compensation defense
  • William Howard received a A.B. degree from Hunter College of the City University of New York in 1959, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • William Howard practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William Howard Phillips's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

William Howard Phillips is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Common questions about William Howard Phillips

Where is William Howard Phillips's law office located?
William Howard Phillips's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Howard Phillips handle?
William Howard Phillips focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William Howard Phillips practiced law?
William Howard Phillips has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did William Howard Phillips go to law school?
William Howard Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (A.B., 1959).
How can I contact William Howard Phillips for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Howard Phillips received?
William Howard Phillips's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1970
A.B.
Hunter College of the City University of New York
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1970

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