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COURT ADMISSIONS: All Georgia trial courts; Georgia Supreme Court; Georgia Court of Appeals; United States District Court, Northern District of Georgia and Middle District of Georgia; and United States 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.
MY CAREER: After graduating from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1984, I was selected for a two-year judicial clerkship (staff attorney for four Superior Court judges). Afterwards, I was employed with the insurance defense law firm of Irwin, Bladen, Baker & Russell, in Atlanta. My position involved the defense of clients accused of negligence, including automobile and tractor-trailer collisions, wrongful death, premises liability claims, slander, and false arrest.
Since 1989 my practice has been largely limited to representing clients with personal injuries, and the Estates of those who lost their lives due to the negligence of others. I practiced in metro Atlanta until 2000, and since then my office has been located in Athens. I regularly represent clients throughout north and middle Georgia, including the Athens/Atlanta area. My wife and I reside in Athens.
ACTIVITIES: I was a Panel Arbitrator for the Fulton County Superior and State courts from 1989 until 2000. (I am trained and certified in Georgia as a Civil Mediator and Arbitrator). For many years I have been a Civil Mediator with the Cobb County Superior Courts’ Alternative Dispute Resolution Program. Since 2008, I have been a Civil Mediator with the Gwinnett County Alternative Dispute Resolution Program. I have been a participant in the Gwinnett County Pro Bono project, and the “1000 Lawyers for Justice” program in Fulton County. I regularly serve as a volunteer Judge or Evaluator in Georgia High School Moot Court competitions.
CONTINUING EDUCATION: I have received all continuing legal education required by the State Bar of Georgia since 1984. Additionally, I attend yearly mediation continuing education training.
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255 South Church Street, Athens, GA, 30605
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Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Insurance Adjuster Problem
Phil is a low-key through lawyer who donated countless hours for my case, and he kept me informed the entire time. He handled the very uncooperative insurance adjuster, and I was very happy with his services.
Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Excellent Personal Injury Attorney
I hired Mr. Boston to represent me when I was attacked by a dog in my neighborhood. He did an excellent job and obtained a great settlement for me from the dog's owner. He was attentive, professional and a very effective communicator. When the insurance company tried to give me a low-ball offer, he m...
"I have had the occasion to work as opposing counsel against Mr. Boston in a wrongful death case pending in Fulton County, Georgia. Mr. Boston was professional and fought zealously on behalf of the family that he represented in that matter. I would have no reservation recommending Mr. Boston as an attorney in any personal injury or wrongful death action."
"I endorse Phil Boston. His expertise goes beyond his contemporaries. I have associated him on peripheral issues arising from my practice. He is easy for clients to trust and aggressively pursues their causes. Phil gets results."
"Phil Boston is a long time colleague of mine and a great advocate. He has acted as lead and co-counsel on many cases in which we have worked together over the years. I would highly recommend Phil on any personal injury matter including but not limited to truck and car accidents, premises liability and other related matters. Phil is very well respected in the legal community. Additionally he is thorough and formidable in the court room. I highly endorse Phil Boston."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known attorney Phillip Boston since graduating law school. Throughout the years, I have consulted with him on cases. I find this attorney to be of the highest integrity. His advice has helped me to become a better lawyer. Attorney Boston’s diverse experience enables him to get results for his clients. I highly recommend this attorney."
"I have known Phil for many years and worked with him on numerous cases. Phil is knowledgeable, attentive and works tirelessly for his clients. He is widely respected as one of the best personal injury attorneys in the Athens area and deservedly so. I highly recommend Phil for anyone needing representation in a personal injury matter."
"A skilled advocate with the highest ethical standards. Excellent writer and trial advocate. Always prepared and extremely knowledgeable regarding the law and procedure. I provide my highest endorsement."
"I have worked with Mr. Boston on several civil cases and I am continually impressed by his knowledge of the law, his research and hard work and his through and complete dedication to his clients and their case. Every case has "problems"----Mr. Boston's ability to "see through a brick wall" and find creative solutions to possible weaknesses with a case is nothing short of amazing. I know of no other attorney who dedicates as much time and effort to his client's case in attempting to achieve the best possible results."
"Phil is an exceptional attorney whose skill, experience, and compassion has made him an unparalleled advocate. Over the past few years, I have had many opportunities to observe Phil's advocacy, and I have always left impressed. His knowledge of the law and his ability to negotiate the best results for his clients is outstanding. He is also a consummate professional. I trust him handle matters which I refer to him, and I look to him for advice in areas where he specializes. Whether you are injured and seeking representation or an attorney seeking assistance on a case, Phil Boston is an outstanding choice to have at your side."
"Phil is one of the most thorough and knowledgable attorneys I know. He is an excellent colleague who is always willing to share his experience and insight. Phil would be my personal choice for plaintiff's personal injury litigation in the Athens area."
"I have known Phil Boston for over 30 years. Phil is a highly qualified, no nonsense professional who goes to bat for his clients. He has a long track record of taking on difficult cases and obtaining maximum results. I know him to be honest, hard working and sincere in his dealings with his clients, members of the Bar and his community. If you have been harmed or suffered personal injury due to someone else's negligence, you would be well served by contacting Phil Boston and seeking his counsel and assistance."
"I have known Phil Boston for many years. I have been opposing counsel in some of the cases he handled. He is an exceptional attorney for personal injury and wrongful death cases. He has so much experience, it is like he can see around corners. He really cares about his clients. You will be glad you chose him."
"Phil Boston is an excellent personal injury attorney. He has the experience and expertise to obtain outstanding results for his clients. For years, Phil has fought aggressively for injured individuals providing honest and straightforward counsel. Phil cares deeply about his clients and the cases he is working on and demonstrates an uncanny attention to detail. I recommend Phil for anyone seeking a personal injury lawyer."
"He is an excellent lawyer. I have referred a number of personal injury clients to Mr. Boston and he has obtained exceptional results. He has an uncanny ability to force insurance companies to pay on claims. The clients I have referred have always praised Mr. Boston's legal skill level and responsiveness. I recommend him for any personal injury matter."
"I have known Phil Boston for decades and referred many injured people to him for help over the years. He has a full and intricate knowledge of how personal injury cases actually work. He cares deeply for his clients and understands the plight of injury victims. His insurance defense background allows him to understand how insurance companies evaluate, defend and settle claims. If you or anyone in your family has an injury claim you should contact Phil as soon as possible and get him working for you. I trust Phil to handle important injury cases and so should you."
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1991 - Present
Mediator, Certified Civil Mediator
1989 - Present
Owner, Law Office of J. Phillip Boston, LLC
2005 - 2006
Attorney Employee-Ga. Special Attorney General, Law Office of Bryan F. Dorsey
1987 - 1987
Case Summary Reporter, Georgia Trial Reporter
1986 - 1988
Staff Attorney, Irwin, Bladen, Baker & Russell
1984 - 1986
Law Clerk (staff attorney), Clayton County, Ga. Superior Court; Judges Crumbley, Ison, Boswell & Kilpatrick
2009 - Present
Private MediatorCertified Mediator
1984 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1991 - 2016
Cobb County ADRCerrtified Mediator
1989 - 1999
Fulton County ADRPanel Arbitrator
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
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