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Marcia Y. Phillips
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Biography
Attorney Phillips has extensive experience in many legal areas including bankruptcy, incorporation, employment law and general litigation including: investigations, depositions, settlement conferences, arbitrations, mediations, trial preparation, trials, appeals. She also has exceptional expertise in resolving high value and high profile cases and in handling complex legal issues.
She has done various general counsel work for non-profit organizations including: Martin Luther King Academy in Vineland and New Journeys in Recovery Drug Treatment in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Housing Authority (a quasi-governmental agency), and Providence Pediatric Medical Day Care (a for-profit). She also assisted the Executive Directors and Boards in steering the organizations through simple & complex legal challenges.
Attorney Phillips has also been a Contract Assistant Solicitor for local municipality working on resolutions, workman’s comp, drafting resolutions, risk management assessments and analyses, diversity training and contract procurement. She has provided on the spot legal research and analysis for management and board members and has worked closely with financial offices in condemnation proceedings.
Lastly, she has experience as an insurance defense attorney responsible for preparation of all pleadings, discovery documents, subpoenas, motions, NAF Arbitrations, regular meaningful communication with adjusters and insured, and dealing with CSG.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Bankruptcy and Debt
100%
37 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 36 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 36 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Marcia Y Phillips, Esq.
430 Exton Square Parkway, @1568, Exton, PA, 19341
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Posted by Aaron | September 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Hey
I highly recommend Ms Phillips she was very helpful knowledgeable of the entire bankruptcy process she helped me out with questions that I didn't know and was always by my side the whole time if you need help with bankruptcy Ms Phillips is the one to go to
Posted by Richard | March 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Continued Successful Living
My lawyer (Marcia Phillips) helped me 100% through all of the procedures I had to complete. I had some idea of what was ahead, however, being guided by someone who was fully competent brought me back to life. I will always remember the way I was given instructions and the immediate follow up by Marci...
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Replied last March 26, 2021Richard, thank you for taking the time to write this review. I appreciate it and I am so grateful to have you as a client and to have been able to help you. Good luck with everything and let me know if you should need anything further.
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Just an incredible human being!!!
I hired Marcia through uprightlaw.com to assist with my bankruptcy. I was overwhelmed and she made me feel not ashamed for the hard decision I had to make. She is professional, kind, and explains the entire process in much detail every step of the way. I would definitely hire her again in the future....
Marcia Phillips
Replied last March 26, 2021I am so happy to help. We love our clients and enjoy serving. It is our mission. Good luck with everything and we hope to stay in touch.
Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Marcia Phillips
Anytime you have to hire a lawyer for any service it can be very stressful. I was fortunate to have Mrs. Phillips expert knowledge guide me through my case with complete respect. She was patient, personable and very kind hearted making me at ease with the process. I would highly recommend Mrs. ...
Posted by Donato | July 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Fantastic
Had no idea what was in store for us. After speaking to numerous attorneys, we found Ms. Phillips and honestly could not have been happier. Not only did she handle our case with care, compassion and honesty, even after we were done, there was a mixup (NOT on her end) and without hesitation she took c...
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Experience
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Uprightlaw
1994 - Present
Owner, Marcia Y. Phillips, Esq., LL.M & Associates, LLC
2012 - 2013
General Counsel, Providence Pediatric Medical Day Care
1991 - 1994
Associate, Smith & Primas
1989 - 1991
Associate, Horn Kaplan Goldberg Gorny & Daniels
1988 - 1989
Judicial Clerk, The Hon. Marvin N. Rimm J.T.C.
Education
2010
Temple University
LL.M - Master of Laws
1988
Duquesne University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Duquesne University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English