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About Philip
Biography
I provide representation for a variety of legal matters including criminal and personal injury related cases. If you have been charged with a drug crime, DUI, juvenile matter or any other criminal offense then you should call the office and speak with me about your best possible legal options.
Former Chief Prosecutor - Now on YOUR side! Call for your free consultation!
Former Chief Prosecutor - Now on YOUR side! Call for your free consultation!
Former Chief Prosecutor - Now on YOUR side! Call for your free consultation!
Former Chief Prosecutor - Now on YOUR side! Call for your free consultation!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
Domestic Violence
20%
Drug Crime
20%
DUI and DWI
10%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Nevada for 28 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 29 years
State: California
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maine for 30 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Brown Law Offices
(866) 215-8145
Fax
200 Hoover Avenue, Suite 130, Las Vegas, NV, 89101
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Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding lawyer!!!
Mr. Brown is an outstanding lawyer. He listens to your problem and works hard for your problem to be solved it the best way possible. Mr. Brown and Ms. Brown make a great team. They gave me my life back. And I am forever grateful for that!!! If you want to have someone in court who will go the extra ...
Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Very Satisfied
Attorney Brown was excellent! From the first call after my arrest and throughout the process, Phil did what he said he would do, explained the process to me, and in the end, I wasn't even charged! Phil is highly competent, and I wouldn't hesitate to hire him again.
Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Phil Brown. Competent, caring and effective.
My family, like so many, battled with a drug addicted child. The addiction led to criminal behavior. We never stopped fighting for our son for the 11 years of hardcore heroin addiction. Multiple times he was incarcerated for both petty and serious crimes. We hired Philip Brown to help on multiple cas...
Posted by Luis | December 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Lawyer Las Vegas Has To Offer
Phenomenal job from start to finish from Mr. Brown. I received 2 charges in Moapa, while other lawyers were not willing to take my case due to my charges being in Moapa, Mr. Brown was happy to take to my case and did an amazing job when it came to my defense as I received the best possible outcome. W...
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent Lawyer, Professional, Communicates, Knowledgeable
I contacted Mary and Phil Brown back in November 2021. I was being charged with a DUI of Drugs. This was my first time receiving a DUI so I didn't know what really to expect. I emailed them several times over the months leading up to my case, asking questions about the whole process. They were quite ...
Philip H. Brown's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Both Phil Brown and his wife Mary are excellent criminal defense attorneys. Each brings with them years of experience as former prosecutors along with a high level of dedication to and passion for their chosen profession. Any client would be lucky to have this team in his or her corner."
"Phil is a very passionate attorney who always fights hard to protect his clients' rights."
"Philip Brown is as aggressive and smart a lawyer as I know. I have known Phil since he was studying to earn his LL.M. advanced law degree in Criminal Law almost 20 years ago and have since seen him as both a fierce prosecutor and a tireless defender. His highly competitive nature makes him well-suited to the adversarial nature of our criminal justice system and an effective advocate."
"Phil Brown is an exemplary example of what an attorney should be – dedicated, hardworking and brilliant. I absolutely endorse this attorney."
"If I had to choose one word to describe Phil Brown as a criminal defense attorney, it would be "tenacious." Whether he's arguing a critical motion in a life sentence case or appearing on a routine status check, Phil Brown doesn't stop fighting for his client until he gets the result he wants."
"I endorse Philip. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Brown provides personal service to each and every one of his clients. He advocates strongly in every case and achieves outstanding results as a result of his extensive knowledge and expertise."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Phil Brown is an outstanding, tenacious legal advocate. I have personally seen him engage in some of the fiercest legal battles in Las Vegas. If you have a case that requires a fearless fighter and powerful legal mind, I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Brown."
"I've been able to work with Phil on quite a few cases and in each instance, I've been very impressed. Phil is always a zealous advocate for his clients and is willing to litigate every last issue, thereby ensuring the best defense possible. Phil never backs down from a fight when his client's rights are at issue. I consider Phil one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Las Vegas and give him my strongest endorsement."
"Phil Brown is a tenacious litigator who will pull out all the stops to get his client the best possible result. Mr. Brown knows how to work within the system when that is in his client's best interests. But, he is also not afraid to fight when that is necessary to the best interest of his client. Mr. Brown is exceptional at identifying legal issues and defenses and presenting those issues persuasively to the court. Mr. Brown is an excellent criminal defense attorney and I highly recommend him to anyone seeking aggressive criminal defense."
"I've worked with Phil as co-counsel on a number of very serious criminal cases and also opposite him when he was a prosecutor. It goes without saying, I'm glad that he's on the defense side now. A person would be hard pressed to find a fiercer more tenacious advocate than Phil. He has no problem aggressively advocating every conceivable issue for every client. When you're fighting the government, you definitely want Phil in your corner. If the prosecution secures a conviction against him, they definitely have to do their homework and work for it. I wholeheartedly endorse Phil Brown."
"Phillip was one of the finest prosecutors in Clark County. Fortunately for the defense bar he has joined our ranks. Phillip is an exceptional lawyer that uses this tenacity to ensure that his clients are well represented. His former career allows him to observe the smallest cracks in the prosecution's case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is a diligent lawyer and gives the very best representation to his clients. His word was always good as a prosecutor."
"I worked with Phil for many years in the DA's office. Nobody cares more about their cases and works harder than "Freedom Phil." Anyone who hires Phil hires an exceptional Criminal Defense lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Lead Counsel Rated - Criminal Law - State Felony and Misdemeanor, Thomson Reuters
2014
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Top Lawyer - Criminal Defense, Desert Companion Magazine
2014
Referred Attorney, Las Vegas Insider's Guide
2013
Lead Counsel Rating - Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanors, Lead Counsel
1999
Repeat Offender Program Award, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
1995
Magna Cum Laude, St. Thomas University School of Law
1995
American Jurisprudence Award - Trial Advocacy, St. Thomas University School of Law
1995
Amedican Jurisprudence Award - Immigration Clinic, St. Thomas University School of Law
1995
American Jurisprudence Award - Family Law, St. Thomas University School of Law
1995
American Jurisprudence Award - International Law, St. Thomas University School of Law
1995
American Jurisprudence Award - Constitutional Law, St. Thomas University School of Law
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner Attorney, Brown Law Offices
1997 - 2011
Prosecuting Attorney, Clark County District Attorney's Office
1996 - 1996
Legal Intern, Federal Defenders of San Diego, Inc
1994 - 1995
Legal Intern, St. Thomas School of Law, Immigration Clinic
1994 - 1994
Legal Intern, Judge Harvey L. Goldstein, 11th Judicial District Court, Civil Division
Associations
2013 - Present
Nevada Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2004 - Present
Clark County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Nevada State BarMember
1996 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of MaineMember
2006 - 2011
Juvenile Detention Alternatives IniativesMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. K.H. - Las Vegas Justice Court
Battery - All Criminal Charges Dismissed
State v. B.F. - Las Vegas Justice Court
Soliciting Prostitution - All Criminal Charges Dismissed
State v. T.H. - Las Vegas Justice Court
4 Count Felony Fraudulent Credit Card case reduced to Gross Misdemeanor with fine and community service.
State v. J.B. - Las Vegas Justice Court
Felony Drug Possession with Intent to Sell. Reduced to Misdemeanor with fine and online class
State v. R. N. - Las Vegas Justice Court
Drug Possession - All Criminal Charges Dismissed
State v. B. S. - Las Vegas Justice Court
Drug Trafficking/Drug Possession - All Criminal Charges Dismissed
City v. E. C. - Las Vegas Municipal Court
Soliciting Prostitution - All Criminal Charges Dismissed
Education
1996
University of San Diego School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1995
St. Thomas University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Miami
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Judicial Training
Nevada State Prison Youthful Offender Program
2010
POST Academy
Police Training: Search and Seizure
2009
POST Academy
Police Training: Juvenile Certifications
2009
POST Academy
Police Training: Miranda
2008
POST Academy
Police Training: Constitutional Law
Publications
2014
Unreasonable Doubt, A Publication of the Nevada Attorneys for Criminal Justice
When Your Client is Facing Habitual Offender Allegations
2014
HG.org Global Legal Resources
Stalking: One of the Most Common Criminal Accusations in Las Vegas
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
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20 Oct 2014
Q&A
I am being charged with felony child neglect. Will I be sentenced to jail time?
25 Nov 2013
Q&A
If I didn't get cited or tested for being drunk, will I still get a DUI in the mail? See details below.
24 Nov 2013