David Russell Phillips

David Russell Phillips

also known as David R. Phillips

3.9
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Valparaiso, IN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

56 Indiana Avenue, Valparaiso, IN

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

OWI & DUI Law. Traffic law. License suspensions. Drug charges. Expungements. All levels of Misdemeanor and Felony charges.

38 years

40%
Family 40%

Divorce, child support, custody, visitation. Legal guardianship. Paternity.

38 years

40%
Personal Injury 20%

Focusing on Vehicle Accidents and Slip and Falls.

38 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 37 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1988

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Shaw Law Offices

56 Indiana Avenue, Valparaiso, IN, 46383

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David Russell Phillips's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.9 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Charlie S. | February 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce is Hard; He Made It Easier

I know it’s easy to demand immediate results in today’s world but that’s not realistic in the divorce legal arena. David helped me understand that my case moved at the Judge’s pace — not necessarily mine. He would listen to me for hours when I wasn’t in my best frame of mind unlike other attorneys I ...know.

Posted by Kelley | December 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney

David Phillips did more for me than I knew I needed done. He is a professional. Divorce is a highly emotional experience. Divorce is a very complicated process. David took care of me in all aspects. I feel he went out of his way to ensure I had the best possible outcome. I would highly recommend him....

Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Awful communication

Does not return phone calls or keep in contact with paying clients. He was very quick to cash the check the next day, but never heard from him again, and it's been about 7 or 8 weeks. Very easily could have hired someone else and had my matter taken care of by now. Very disappointed! Would not recomm...end at all! All I would like is my money back to hire an attorney who actually works for his clients!

Posted by Jim | May 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Horrible Attorney

I hired Mr. Phillips to represent me in my divorce. He dragged it out for over a year not returning my phone calls for weeks. When he did return them, he would promise that he would get right on the issues and get back with me. A month would go by and I would start with the messages to call me back, ...with no return calls from him for weeks. Again I would get the same answers, I'll get right on it. As of this date I am still hanging in limbo with no answers and no settlement.

Posted by Richie | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Spite Fence removed

I had an issue with some arbor vitae trees being planted next to our property blocking our view of the lake. David was knowledgeable in this area of law, proved to the judge that it was the start of a "spite fence" and was able to get an order to lower the trees and gain our view back. He prepared us... for the trial and his fees were quire reasonable for what he accomplished. Very professional and we are very satisfied with the results

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David Russell Phillips's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Shaw

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"One of the best legal minds I have ever encountered. Very good in the courtroom and a gentleman to work against. I endorse this lawyer. I wouldn't want him as my opponent on a regular basis because it would be difficult to win."

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Jeffrey Shaw

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Top 10% America's Most Honored Professionals, America's Most Honored

2016

Notable Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Legal Ability and Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2017 - 2017

Partner, Shaw Law Office

Associations

1988 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

1988 - Present

United States District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana

Education

1988

Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

1984

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor of Science,

Languages

English

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