Ward D. Phillips

Ward D. Phillips

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 39 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Elkhorn, WI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Personal Injury, Child Custody

6 West Street, PO Box 710, Elkhorn, WI

About Ward

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

It is essential to understand the process and procedure in matters of serious child custody and placement matters as well as property division and maintenance. I will zealously represent my clients while always keeping the best interests of children first.

39 years

50%
Family 25%

I handle divorce, post divorce, paternity, post paternity

39 years

25%
Personal Injury 15%

Our firm has successfully resolved many large and small cases over the years. We have a case with a settlement of $1,000,000.00. We have helped clients achieve awards well exceeding $2,000,000.00 over the years.

39 years

15%
Child Custody 10%

39 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 39 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1986

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Leece and Phillips S.C.

6 West Street, PO Box 710, Elkhorn, WI, 53121-0710

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Ward D. Phillips's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Cheryl | July 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ward Phillips is the lawyer you want!

When I started my divorce my ex became unhinged and the lawyer I had seemed out of her comfort zone and unsure how to handle the situation. A friend told me “you’re lawyer is good, but what you need right now is a bulldog. Ward Phillips is a bulldog.” I hired Ward and he did not disappoint! He... hit the ground running and immediately filed orders to ensure the kid’s safety and my own. Not only did he handle all the legalities and drama of the divorce with confidence and class, but he was so easy to work with and seemed to genuinely care about my welfare and my children’s. I felt like I had a protective big brother at my side. I cannot thank him enough for all that he has done for me and my family and would recommend him to anyone looking for a divorce lawyer in Walworth county.

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Forever thankful that our paths crossed

I would recommend Ward Phillips as a divorce lawyer in a heartbeat. Ward was recommended to me by a friend when my initial divorce lawyer was failing to generate a positive outcome for me. My experience with Ward was excellent from the first consultation through the final hearing. He did his home...work and turned my case around, saving me a great deal of money, time, and trips to the courthouse. On top of that, Ward was knowledgeable, caring and understanding which made the process much more tolerable. I will forever be thankful that our paths crossed.

Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An attorney you can trust.

Ward Phillips recently represented me in my 2015 divorce He was there for me during this difficult time by making sure all angles were covered and in a timely manner. It was such a relief to have a lawyer who really had my back and protected my assets. I would highly recommend using Ward Phillip...s for your legal needs

Posted by Mark J | April 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beyond thankful for Ward

I hired ward to help me get my son back after I went though some hard times. Not only did he help me get him back he actually cared about my situation. On top of that he was very easy to work with and completely understanding of my matters. I can honestly say hiring ward was the best decision I could... of made at the time. I'm beyond grateful for what he's done for my life and my sons. He's a great lawyer and a great man!

Posted by George S | October 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Simply the best attorney!

Going through a devastating divorce was made tolerable by this extremely talented and experienced Attorney!! Ward Phillips was a god send to me and my four children and helped me settle my divorce quickly and with minimal expense!! I have used him since and can not recommend him highly enough!!

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Ward D. Phillips's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Koch

Family lawyer | Jun 28

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ward is the consummate professional. He is a worthy adversary and I always look forward to working with him."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1996 - Present

City Attorney, Leece & Phillips, S.C.

1991 - Present

Attorney/Shareholder/Partner, Leece & Phillips Law Offices, S.C.

1997 - 2016

Managing Partner, Leece & Phillips, S.C.

1991 - 1997

Partner, Sweet, Leece and Phillips Law Offices

1986 - 1991

Associate, Sweet and Leece Law Offices

Associations

2016 - Present

Elkhorn Rotary Club

President

2015 - Present

Association for the Prevention of Family Violence

Board of Directors

2015 - Present

Sugar Creek Lutheran Church

Endowment Committee

2007 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Office Management Section

Member

1986 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Family Law Section

Member

1986 - Present

Walworth County Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Family Law Section

Member

2013 - 2016

Elkhorn All Sports Booster Club

President

Education

1986

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Illinois State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2004

Local Church group

Estate Planning

Languages

English

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