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Phillip Hunter Liles
About Phillip
Biography
Having grown up in Raleigh, I have an unwavering commradery for my community. I love this area and the people in it. I am dedicated to helping them when they find themselves in trouble with the law. I want to do everything I can to protect people's rights when they find themselves subject to the justice system. I'm also a firm believer that good people who make mistakes deserve a second chance, and I hope I can help achieve that for them. Whether it be through fighting in trial or negotiating a desirable result, I'm dedicated to helping the people in my community who need me.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Pro bono
2 %
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 15 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
DeMent Askew LLP
333 Fayetteville St., Suite 1513, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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Phillip Hunter Liles's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Nicole | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
True fighter for his clients.
Phillip helped me through a difficult time. He went above and beyond showed up in court without giving him any advanced notice and got my case dismissed before I even had to show up for court. Phillip Liles is a great attorney, always follows up and keeps good communication with his clients and he tr...
Posted by David | December 6, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Client
I am blessed and honored to be represented by such a distinguished and capable attorney TY :)
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very good Attorney who works with his client
Attorney Liles really worked with me in terms of preparing me for each court date. HE kept in contact with me constantly and he really and trully reaches out to his clients. Attorney Liles is not only an excellent Attorney but he has a lot of compassion for people. Attorney Liles works cohesively...
Posted by Patrick | March 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great attorney! He was on top of my case every step of the way.
Phillip helped me with a DWI case, involving a sobriety checkpoint in Wake County. Having refused any field sobriety or breath testing, the DMV automatically revoked my license. Phillip successfully challenged the revocation at the DMV hearing. Furthermore, he was able to get my DWI case dismissed in...
Posted by Robert | January 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney
The offices of Fay & Grafton are a pleasure to work with. Their office staff are helpful and professional and their attorneys are intelligent and skilled at their trade. Phillip Liles represented my case and was able to get it dismissed, something I thought when originally approaching them was border...
Phillip Hunter Liles's Lawyer Endorsements
"Phillip is a conscientious and thoughtful advocate for his clients. He will settle for nothing short of the best result achievable. I can without hesitation endorse Phillip as someone who will always provide diligent and effective representation."
"Phillip is a highly talented lawyer. I had the pleasure of interacting with and trying cases against Phillip while he was an assistant district attorney in Wake County. As a prosecutor, Phillip was tough but fair. Since Phillip left the district attorney's office I have had the opportunity to see him in action as a criminal defense attorney. To put it very succinctly, Phillip is a very skilled trial lawyer. In addition to those skills he brings a calming personality and professional attitude into his interactions with the Court, prosecutors, and clients. I highly recommend Phillip for anyone looking for help with a criminal or traffic matter."
"I am impressed with Mr. Liles's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"I couldnt endorse a better defense lawyer in Wake county than Phillip Liles. I was in a unique and critical situation--a lawyer that needed a lawyer. Phillip represented me for the most important reason; that he wanted to help. The benefit of his experience as a former prosecutor in Wake County was immediately evident to me. He knew the players, he knew the system, and he knew how to put me in a position to get my charges dismissed. And he made it seem effortless. He's professional, personable and dedicated. In short--he's one of the good guys."
"Phillip and I went to college together and just recently, by coincidence, ended up working on a matter together that spanned the States of North and South Carolina. We were able to successfully resolve some false allegations pending against a client and get dismissals a short time after our client was extradited from North Carolina to South Carolina. I was pleased to work again with my friend in a situation that yielded such positive results."
"Phillip is an experienced and knowledgeable trial attorney. He's not afraid to fight for his clients. If you have a criminal matter and need help, Phillip is the attorney for you."
"Phillip is an extremely professional and dedicated criminal defense attorney. He has years of experience taking cases to trial and fights vigorously for his clients each and every time. I would wholeheartedly recommend Phillip for any criminal matter you may be facing."
"Phillip is an outstanding litigator. I met him when I was working with the Public Defender's office and I was thrilled when I was given the opportunity to join his firm. He is passionate about representing his clients' interests and is always upfront and honest in setting expectations when taking on a new case."
"Phillip was an excellent prosecutor and now that he is in private practice, he is an excellent criminal defense attorney. He is dedicated and hard-working, I whole-heartedly endorse Phillip."
"Phillip is an outstanding attorney and I'm happy to refer criminal cases his way. Phillip sets reasonable expectations for my clients, he has a good feel for whether prosecutors have enough evidence to get a conviction, and his trial skills are exceptional. When my clients have criminal issues, it is quite often the case that their immigration status depends entirely on the outcome. Phillip gets results."
"Phil is a very knowledgeable attorney. He fights for his clients and gets results. I would recommend him for any criminal court matter."
"Phillip is an excellent, hard working and dedicated lawyer whose experience serves him quite well. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"Phillip Liles had a reputation for being one of the most well-liked and respected assistant district attorneys in Wake County. He's now made a seamless transition to the practice of criminal defense while still upholding the same reputation. I highly endorse this attorney."
"I met Phillip while he was working with the Wake County District Attorney's Office. He is someone who combines an in-depth knowledge of the law with both sound judgment and genuine concern for the well-being of the people he is dealing with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Phillip was an excellent District Attorney. The experience and skills that he has acquired make him an effective defense attorney. He is intelligent, caring, and even-keeled, three traits that together are rare in people and exceptionally rare in an attorney."
"After going head to head with Phillip for many years, I gave him the ultimate endorsement and hired him to manage our Raleigh criminal practice."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Legal Elite, Business North Carolina
2016
Best DUI Lawyer in Raleigh, Expertise
2015
Lead Counsel Rated - Drunk Driving Defense, Lead Counsel
2015
Lead Counsel Rated - Criminal Law - State Level Crimes, Lead Counsel
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, DeMent Askew LLP
2014 - 2017
Partner, Fay & Grafton
2011 - 2014
Assistant District Attorney, Wake County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial LawyersMember
2010 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Wake County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
North Carolina State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v A
Voluntarily Dismissed
State v R
Voluntarily Dismissed
State v R
Not Guilty
State v A
Voluntarily Dismissed
State v A
Not Guilty
State v M
Voluntarily Dismissed
State v G
Not Guilty
State v XX
Voluntarily Dismissed
State v O
Dismissed by Court
State v C
Dismissed by Court
State v L
Not Guilty
State v F
Dismissed by the Court
Education
2010
Elon University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Furman University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Guest Speaker Series
Juvenile Law and Procedure
2016
Fifth Grade Speaker Series
Constitutional Issues in Criminal Law
2013
Seminar for Pre Law Students
NC Rules of Evidence
2013
Psychology Seminar
Ramifications of Domestic Violence Cycles
2013
Criminal Procedure in NC presented by Judge Keith Gregory
NC Criminal Procedure
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers