William E. Phillips

William E. Phillips

4.8
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 34 years

Probate Lawyer at Anderson, SC
Practice Areas: Probate, Family, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense

1100 North Main Street, Anderson, SC

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Probate 40%

I represent clients in a wide range of Probate Court cases, including guardianships, conservatorships, estate planning and contested estates. I also prepare wills, powers of attorney, health care powers of attorney and living wills.

35 years

40%
Divorce and Separation 25%

Divorces can be complex cases, depending on whether or not the parties have children, the extent of their assets, the extent of their marital debts and the cause of the parties' separation (adultery, habitual drunkenness, physical cruelty, etc.).

25%
Family 25%

Family Court cases can range from contested divorces and child custody cases to adoptions, name changes, corrections of birth certificates, child support issues and a variety of other issues within the Family Court's jurisdiction.

35 years

25%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 34 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 1991

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of William E. Phillips

1100 North Main Street, Anderson, SC, 29621

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William E. Phillips's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (17)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Morgan | June 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend

William E. Phillips has done an outstanding job of representing me in a custody battle. I had to appear in court on a Monday morning and needed an attorney last minute so the night before he agreed to have me come to his office so we could go over everything and he appeared in court the next morning ...and did an amazing job.

Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent service, excellent experience

Mr. Phillips has changed my family's life. He has represented me in a high conflict custody case involving abuse. During this case he has been extremely empathetic and informative through out the entire process. Upon accepting my complex case, he told me he would do what he could to help the situatio...n and made the most confusing parts of this process very easy to understand. In my opinion, he has changed the trajectory of my life and has allowed me to heal from this situation. I would recommend him to any mother, or persons otherwise, in seeking help in the family courts. Thank you, Mr. Phillips!

Posted by Amanda | June 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Probate

William E. Phillips is an outstanding attorney! He represented me in an Estate, and he was very professional. Mr. Phillips was very upfront, honest, and willing to answer all of my questions about any concern I had. I could not recommend a better guy to work with on this probate case. Thank you Willi...am E. Phillips!

Posted by Tomi | January 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Efficient, commutative, experienced attorney!

Hands down the best package I could ever ask for in an attorney. Court itself is never where one yearns to be, but life often flocks us there. William is immensely efficient, well knowledgeable about our laws, communicates flawlessly(and quickly), and keeps your case up to speed-even when the other p...arty delays. William holds himself well in court, he is confident and not cocky; which is important to me as a female. He is well respected by judges and I’m sure his years of experience(and reputation)plays a major part in this. His factual nature makes is less difficult to navigate all of the *whatifisims* that occur during your case, and keeps you focused on the true things that matter; saving you time and money in the long run. William is also respected by other attorneys, and is a great example to them of what one should be, or strive to be in the court of law. I would not hesitate to hire William again. Carole and William are one of my biggest blessings to date!

Posted by Kristen C. | November 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best of the best!

Mr. Phillips and his wife are the best of the best in Anderson. Knowledgeable , professional, and always make you feel like your needs and concerns are top priority. I have used them several times along with other family members and we are always quick to recommend their office as a suggestion. If yo...u want an attorney that goes above and beyond William Phillips and his wife Carol are the ones to call!

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William E. Phillips's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Frazier

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer and would recommended services to any client."

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Brittany Senerius

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Phillips is an exceptional attorney to work with. He continuously monitors current case law and is well informed about the most recent decisions affecting family court. Mr. Phillips is also pleasant to work with and cordial to his fellow attorneys."

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Karim Arzadi

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An insightful contributor here at Avvo, Mr. Phillips has been endorsed by adversaries which is a high compliment for any lawyer and indicates, to me, that he has earned the respect of his peers. I endorse Mr. Phillips."

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Rebecca Seibert

Unknown lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Other

"I endorse Mr. Phillips."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Such a wonderful spirit and is truly dedicated to clients."

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Mary Goodwin

Probate lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

BALDWIN CO., GA. PROBATE COURT, EXPERT WITNESS

Work Experience

1992 - 2001

Associate attorney, Allen Law Firm

Associations

1991 - Present

South Carolina Bar Association

Education

1990

University of South Carolina School of Law

Publications

N/A

South Carolina Jurisprudence Coroners

Languages

English

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