John Michael Phillips

John Michael Phillips

also known as John M. Phillips, B.C.S.

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Car Accidents ... +11 more

660 Park Street, Jacksonville, FL

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

14

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 40%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

40%
Wrongful Death 25%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

25%
Car Accident 20%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

20%
Brain Injury 5%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

5%
Animal and Dog Bites 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%
Civil Rights 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%
Criminal Defense 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%
Defective and Dangerous Products 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%
Medical Malpractice 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%
Motorcycle Accident 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%
Slip and Fall Accident 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%
Spinal Cord Injury 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%
Trucking Accident 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%
Violent Crime 1%

John is an award winning lawyer who handles cases where someone has been injured or killed- car or truck accidents, medical malpractice, product failure, premises liability, dog attacks, wrongful death, sports injuries, bicycle or motorcycle involved wrecks, school or government negligence and much more. We are licensed in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Go to http://www.floridajustice.com for details or email [email protected]. Our firm also handle criminal defense and family law cases.

25 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oklahoma for 4 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2021

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 4 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2021

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 6 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2019

Due to Register within 30 Days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 6 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2019

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 23 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2002

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 24 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2001

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 25 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2000

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 5 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2020

MCLE Non-Practicing

No misconduct found

Location

Phillips & Hunt

660 Park Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32204

Law Offices of John M. Phillips - Brunswick, GA

901 G Street, Brunswick, GA, 31520

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John Michael Phillips's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

He is very helpful.

Smart, kind and quick to respond. I wish he practiced close to my home.

Posted by Pat | September 23, 2014

Apology to John

I incorrectly posted a negative review for this lawyer, which I am hoping will be removed shortly. John has a heart and goes out of his way to make the client feel important and defended. I would recommend him to everyone. Thank you John - you are a lawyer I can trust.

Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2014

AWSOME Law Firm

I came to John Phillips office with little or no hope that I could prove my innocence or survive the alligations against me, I didn't think I would survive emotionally what myself and family were being put through. John along with Reid Hart listen to my story, they explained to me what they could do... help me,and how they would go about helping me.My family and I felt so much better about my case and my chances of clearing my name after my conversation with John Phillips, and Ried Hart. I don't know if I would have ever gotten through this ordeal if a friend hadn't suggested that I go speak with John. Every motion they file every question they ask is all tied into getting to the truth,and giving you the best chance of victory I will never use another Law Firm other John Phillips Law firm for anything legal that might come up on my life again. Law firms like John Phillips and Lawyers like Reid Hart don't come like grapes in Bunches.

Posted by Rick | August 20, 2014

Most Awesome Attorney

John Phillips is the most caring and compassionate attorney I have every encountered. John works tirelessly for his clients and not afraid to represent the little guy against big companies. John represented me in a case where a notable and infamous public figure violated the copyright of my work. Joh...n got my story out to local and national news agencies and was successful in obtaining a positive outcome in my case. John is the best!

Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2014

Great experience

My husband and I were in a wreck. John helped us find doctors as my pcp didn't take my insurance and helped us through the settlement. we dealt with the case managers and an attorney from day one. I think his name was TC. We settled our case fairly and didnt have to pay full medical bills. I was ...surprised at how insurance worked.

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John Michael Phillips's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tony Anthony

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It isn't brain surgery to recommend Mr. Phillips, one of the relatively few attorneys who actually understands brain surgery! Smart, dedicated and successful, no client could ask for more, and no attorney could aspire to more."

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Kyle Scott

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Michael Phillips is a go getter. He is board certified as a trial attorney. He has recovered millions of dollars for his clients. He represents clients will all types of injuries from soft tissue to brain injuries. He is a great choice for your case. I endorse this lawyer."

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Samuel Thomas

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Zachary Wall

Unknown lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scottie Leming

Animal and dog bites lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney, who provides so generously to the AVVO community and gives sound legal advice."

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Fiza Syed

Car accident lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Walter Hnot,

Administrative law lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Mark Moss

Unknown lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shannon Haberle

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Jowers

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"John is dedicated, knowledgeable and experienced. He is also extremely compassionate about truly helping clients through the most difficult times in their lives. He goes above and beyond to advocate for his clients and I fully endorse him."

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Joshua Bannister

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leif Hamman

Spinal cord injury lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Phillips has the skills and knowledge necessary to fully and properly represent clients who have suffered a life-changing complex injury. I happily endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Sabbeth

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is clear from his dedication and contributions to the legal community, that Attorney Phillips is a zealous and erudite advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Corey Hall

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Jekel

Unknown lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"While my experience with Mr. Phillips has been somewhat limited, it is clear that he is an intelligent, passionate, and dedicated advocate for his clients. In addition, the fact that he takes time out of his busy schedule to answer questions on Avvo is commendable."

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Vincenzo Capozzoli

Unknown lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. This guy is one of the best attorneys around. He is also one of the most respectful towards fellow attorneys. If every attorney were like Attorney Phillips, the American legal system would be in a much better place."

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Julian Cordero

Unknown lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Phillips is an excellent representative of the legal community."

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H Romanovitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great contributor to the community, very smart and experienced guy."

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Michael McVicker

Wrongful death lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am very pleased to endorse John Phillips as an outstanding trial attorney and highly dedicated member of the legal profession."

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Brian Greben

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He's a font of knowledge, and clearly someone who cares deeply about his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Client Champion: Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2024

Forbes Top 200 Lawyer in America, Forbes Magazine

2023

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2023

Best Lawyers, Folio Weekly

2023

Client Champion: Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2023

50 Under 50, The NYC Journal

2022

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2022

Best of Jax - Best Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2022

Client Champion: Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Best Lawyer in Jax, Folio Weekly

2021

Client Champion: Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Top Florida Verdicts of 2019 (#3- $495,123,680.00), Top Verdicts

2020

Best of the Beaches: Best Law Firm, Folio Weekly

2020

Best of the Beaches: Best Personal Injury Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2020

Best of the Beaches: Best Criminal Lawyer (2nd Place), Folio Weekly

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Super Lawyer, Florida SuperLawyers

2020

500 Leading Lawyers, Lawdragon

2020

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2020

Top Lawyer, Avvo

2020

Client Champion: Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Medical Malpractice Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2020

Lawyers of Distinction (Selected, Unaccepted), Lawyers of Distinction

2020

Best Lawyer, Folio 2.0

2019

Companies With Heart, Jacksonville Magazine

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2019

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2019

Best of Jax: Best Law Firm, Folio Weekly

2019

Best of Jax: Best Personal Injury Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2019

Best of Jax: Best Hero, Folio Weekly

2019

Best of Jax: Best Social Justice Crusader, Folio Weekly

2019

Best of Jax: Best Collection Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2019

Bold City Best Lawyer, Florida Times-Union / Jacksonville.com

2019

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2019

Top Lawyer, Avvo

2019

Honoree Business, Rainbow Awards JAX

2019

Client Champion: Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Best Medical Malpractice Lawyer, Three Best Rated

2019

Best Lawyer, Jacksonville Magazine

2019

Lawyers of Distinction (Selected, Unaccepted), Lawyers of Distinction

2018

Bold City Best Law Firm Finalist, Florida Times-Union / Jacksonville.com

2018

Jax Best Attorney Second Place, CW 17 Jax Best

2018

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Companies With Heart, Jacksonville Magazine

2018

Ultimate Attorney Award, Jacksonville Business Journal

2018

Best of Jax - Best Social Justice Crusader, Folio Weekly

2018

Best of Jax - Best Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2018

Best Personal Injury Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2018

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2018

#1 Place to Work, Void Magazine

2018

Top Lawyer, Avvo

2018

Client Champion: Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

JaxBest Award: Best Law Firm (2nd Place), CW17 / WJXT

2018

Best Lawyer, Jacksonville Magazine

2018

Lawyers of Distinction (Selected, Unaccepted), Lawyers of Distinction

2017

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Florida SuperLawyers

2017

Attorney of the Month (Magazine Cover Story), Attorney at Law Magazine- South Georgia Edition

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Companies With Heart, 904 Magazine

2017

Best Lawyer, Rainbow Awards JAX

2017

Best Presentation by a Business, MLK Foundation

2017

Best Lawyer, Jacksonville Magazine

2017

Best of Jax - Righteous Crusader, Folio Weekly

2017

Best of Jax - Social Justice Organization, Folio Weekly

2017

Best of Jax - Best Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2017

Partner in Philanthropy, Jacksonville Business Journal

2017

Emmy: Outstanding Social Issue Documentary (The Armor of Light), Television Academy (Emmy Awards)

2017

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2017

Top Lawyer, Avvo

2017

Best Business Trophy, MLK Foundation

2017

Award, Good Deed Brigade

2017

Lawyers of Distinction (Selected, Unaccepted), Lawyers of Distinction

2016

Legal Elite, 904 Magazine

2016

Best Lawyer, Jacksonville Magazine

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Attorney of the Month (Magazine Cover Story), Attorney at Law Magazine- First Coast Edition

2016

Top 29 Most Influential People in Jax, Folio Weekly

2016

Best of Jax - Best Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2016

Best of Jax - Righteous Crusader, Folio Weekly

2016

Top Florida Verdicts of 2016 (#83- $913,635), Top Verdicts

2016

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2016

Top Lawyer, Avvo

2016

Lawyers of Distinction (Selected, Unaccepted), Lawyers of Distinction

2015

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Florida Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education, Board Cerified - Civil Trial

2015

Best Lawyers, Jacksonville Magazine

2015

Top Lawyer, 904 Magazine

2015

Face of Justice on the First Coast, 904 Magazine

2015

Best Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2015

#1 Lawyer in 904, Void Magazine

2015

Golden Advocate Award, DK Global

2015

Bold City Best Lawyer, Florida Times-Union / Jacksonville.com

2015

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Top Lawyer, Avvo

2014

AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer / Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Best of Jax- Best Lawyer, Folio Weekly Magazine

2014

#1 Lawyer in Jacksonville, Void Magazine

2014

Board Certified - Civil Trial, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education

2014

Litigator Award, Trial Lawyers Board of Regents

2014

Top Lawyer, 904 Magazine

2014

Top Verdicts in Florida ($6- $2,600,000), Verdict Search

2014

Top Lawyer, Avvo

2014

Companies With Heart, 904 Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer / Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Superior Rating, Avvo

2013

Best of Jax- Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2013

Best of Jax - Righteous Crusader, Folio Weekly

2013

Top Lawyer, 904 / Jacksonville Magazine

2013

#1 Lawyer, Void Magazine

2013

Who's who in law, Ponte Vedra Recorder

2012

JAX Boldest Business, Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Superior Rating, Avvo

2012

Top Lawyer, 904 Magazine

2012

Best of Jax - Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2012

Who's who in law, Ponte Vedra Record

2012

Top Verdicts in Florida (#21- $1,106,206), Verdict Search

2011

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Best of Jax - Lawyer, Folio Weekly

2011

Invitee, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2011

Superior Rating, Avvo

2011

Boldest Business, Jax Chamber

2010

Super Lawyer Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers

2010

Superior Rating, Avvo.com

2009

Super Lawyer Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers

2008

Invitee, The Verdict Club, Premier Trial Lawyers

2001

Accommodation, Honorary Public Service Commissioner, Alabama Public Service Commission

1998

Certificate of Accommodation, United States Attorney's Office, Mobile, Alabama

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Founder / Attorney, Law Offices of Phillips & Hunt

2016 - 2017

Human Rights Commissioner, City of Jacksonville

2011 - 2013

Host, Courts & Sports Radio Show

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Morgan & Morgan

2002 - 2010

Partner, Dore & Phillips

2001 - 2002

Associate, Cole, Stone, Stoudemire, Morgan & Dore

2000 - 2001

Law Clerk, Honorable James C. Wood

Associations

2020 - Present

Justice Coalition

Board Member

2012 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

Alabama Association for Justice

Member

2012 - Present

Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce

Member

2010 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Eagle Member

2008 - Present

J.L. Bedsole Scholars Program

Mentor

2002 - Present

Georgia Bar Foundation

Member

2002 - Present

Jacksonville Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

2012 - 2015

Shannon Miller Foundation

Advisory Board

2011 - 2015

National High School Basketball Association

Advisory Board

2011 - 2013

Lawline Continuing Legal Education

Faculty

2010 - 2012

JustAnswers.com

Expert (less than 10% of applicants selected)

2009 - 2013

National Football League Players Assn

Certified NFL Agent

2009 - 2013

Canadian Football League PA

Certified Agent

2009 - 2012

Sports Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - 2011

ABA Advisory Panel

Member

2007 - 2009

Jacksonville Bar Association, Judicial Relations Committee

Member

2006 - 2011

Spina Bifida Association of Jacksonville

Vice Chairman

2006 - 2008

Jacksonville Bar Association, Professionalism Committee

Member

2005 - 2010

Florida Insurance Fraud Education Committee

Member

2004 - 2009

Florida Advisory Committee on Arson Prevention

Member

2003 - 2005

Chester Bedell American Inn of Court

Alumni

2002 - 2011

Jacksonville Quarterback Club

Board of Directors

2002 - 2010

Jacksonville Claims Assn

Member

2002 - 2010

Jacksonville Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2000 - 2001

Mobile Bar Association

Board of Governors, YLD

2000 - 2001

Paul W. Brock Inn of Court

Alumni

1999 - 2000

University of Alabama Law & Psychology Law Review

Senior Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Kalil McCoy

$495 Million Dollar Verdict

Joynt v. Volusia County

$2.6 Million Verdict

Landmark Bullying Decision - Bully Banned from County Schools

Bully Banned from County Schools

Flake v. Edwards

Favorable Jury Verdict

Jordan Davis Family

Pending

Bean v. Undisclosed

Policy Limits

Kropp v. Coca-Cola

Plaintiff's Verdict of $1.1 Million

Scott v. (undisclosed)

John Settled Case within 60 days of wreck for $1 Million

Essex v. Underwood

Won at trial, won on appeal

Roebuck v. Lo (State Farm)

over $1 Million total Judgment

Harrison v. Vale

Dismissed with Prejudice

Johnson v. Ace

Dismissed with Prejudice

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Education

2000

The University of Alabama School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

The University of Alabama

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

2019

John Grisham in Conversation with David Baldacci Introductory Speaker: Growing up with Grisham

2019

El-Beth-El 39th Annual Successful Role Model Banquet Host, Maximize the Movement

2018

2018

A Litigation Paralegal's Guide to Case Management Various Topics

2017

Various National TV Shows Media Highlight Reel #4

2017

Various National TV Shows Media Highlight Reel #3

2017

Various National TV Shows Media Highlight Reel #2

2017

Various National TV Shows Media Highlight Reel #1

2016

Press Conference JSO Police Brutality

2016

PeaceJam - Ghana Equality and Peace

2016

LGBTQ Awards Presentation Equal Rights and LGBTQ Community

2016

Crime Watch Daily Dental Abuse

2015

UNF - Taylor Leadership Institute Leadership and You

2015

Press Conference Pediatric Dental Abuse

2015

National Business Institute

Litigating Slip, Trip and Fall Cases in Florida

2015

LGBTQ Community Awards Equality and LGBT Community

2015

Good Morning America - ABC Pediatric Dental Malpractice

2015

Anderson Cooper - CNN Pediatric Dental Malpractice

2014

MSNBC: Lawrence O'Donnell Jordan Davis Mistrial

2014

2014

HLN: On the case Legal Insanity

2014

HLN: Nancy Grace Various

2014

2014

CNN: Anderson Cooper Jordan Davis Trial / Michael Dunn

2013

Various Regional and National Shows

Various

2013

2013

HLN Jane Valez-Mitchell Legal Panel on Jane Valez-Mitchell

2013

Florida Coastal School of Law Know Your Rights Stand Your Ground Laws

2013

Florida Coastal School of Law

DUI - Civil Liability

2013

Florida Coastal School of Law

Law & Ethics

2013

CNN: Anderson Cooper 360 Jordan Davis

2012

Various Regional and National Shows

Various

2012

Roland Martin / Washington Watch / TVOne Jordan Davis / Gun Violence

2012

Lex & Terry National Radio Show Answering Listener Legal Questions

2012

Last Word w/ Lawrence O'Donnell / MSNBC Jordan Davis / Gun Violence

2012

Jay Thomas Show (National on XM / Sirius) Bankruptcy, Child Support & NFL Athlete

2012

First Coast News Remembering Jordan Davis

2012

2010

Regular National Speaker

Sports law

2008

Seminar for Hertz Claim Management

Florida Law

2007

Florida Bar

Various

2007

Alabama Bar

Civil Litigation

Publications

2024

Forbes Magazine America's Top 200 Lawyers

2023

The NYC Journal 50 Under 50' for 2023

2017

Attorney at Law Magazine CSRA & Southern District of Georgia Edition Attorney of the Month (Cover Story)

2017

2017

2017

Attorney at Law Magazine First Coast of Florida Edition Law Firm of the Month (Cover Article)

2016

Attorney at Law Magazine First Coast of Florida Edition Attorney of the Month John M. Phillips: A Walk in Someone Else’s Skin (Cover Story)

2016

Armor of Light Documentary About Our Subjects: John Phillips

2016

2014

Jacksonville Daily Record Lawyer snapshot: John Phillips

2014

Jacksonville Daily Record Lawyer Snapshot

2014

2014

2013

Rolling Stone Magazine A Most American Way to Die

2013

2012

2010

2010

Athletic Business One-On-One with John Phillips

2008

The Jacksonville Lawyer The Counselor and the Castle

2008

Seminar Materials Suppose That... (v. 2.0)

2002

Seminar Materials Suppose that...

2001

Jacksonville Daily Record Lawyer Profile

Languages

English

Activity

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