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Kathleen M. Phillips

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  • Tulare, CA
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About Kathleen

EDUCATION AND AWARDS:

Kathleen graduated from San Joaquin College of Law with High Honors. While attending law school, Kathleen was the recipient of Witkin Awards for Academic Excellence in Civil Trial Practice, Employment Law, Wills and Trusts, and Real Property.

Kathleen was the recipient of the Justice Pauline Davis Hanson Memorial Scholarship in 2008, recognizing women for outstanding academic achievement and commitment to service in the community, chaired by Fresno County Women Lawyers.


LAW REVIEW:

Kathleen served as the Editor-in-Chief of the San Joaquin Agricultural Law Review in in 2008-2009.


PUBLICATION:

Prior to serving as Editor-in-Chief, Kathleen was published by the San Joaquin Agricultural Law Review in 2008 for her Comment "Honeybee Nice to Your Neighbors: Solutions to the Dispute Between Beekeepers and Citrus Growers in California's San Joaquin Valley." (17 S.J. Agric. L. Rev. 227.)

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Practice areas

Wills and living willsLitigationFamily
  1. Family: 50%

  2. Litigation: 30%

  3. Wills and living wills: 20%

Languages spoken

English

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253 N "L" St
Tulare, CA, 93274

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    CAActive201005/13/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Witkin Award for Academic Excellence in Civil Trial PracticeThe Witkin Legal InstituteN/A
    Witkin Award for Academic Excellence in Real PropertyThe Witkin Legal InstituteN/A
    Witkin Award for Academic Excellence in Employment LawThe Witkin Legal InstituteN/A
    Witkin Award for Academic Excellence in Wills and TrustsThe Witkin Legal InstituteN/A
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    OwnerPhillips Law2010 - Present
    ClerkFitzgerald, Lundberg & Romig2006 - 2009
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Tulare County Bar AssociationN/A2010 - Present
    American Association for JusticeN/A2007 - Present
    Rotary InternationalN/A2009 - 2013
    San Joaquin Agricultural Law ReviewEditor-in-Chief2008 - 2009
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    San Joaquin Agricultural Law ReviewHoneybee Nice to Your Neighbors: Solutions to the Dispute between Beekeepers and Citrus Growers in California's San Joaquin Valley2008
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    San Joaquin College of LawJuris Doctor with High Honors2009

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    Excellent!! and Worth It

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    If anyone is looking for a Shark as an attorney Kathleen Philips is the one you really need. She is upfront and does not give you the round around. I am so grateful for your passion, dedication, and professionalism. I’m so glad we found you, you are truly the best. Thank you so much! I can't tell you how much I appreciate the amazing work you did on my son’s behalf on his child custody. And putting up with us. I wanted to thank you and your staff for the excellent work you and everyone has done. Standing by our side words can’t express what you achieved and the determination. We will highly recommend you !!!!
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    Outstanding!!

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    I would highly recommend Kathleen Phillips, Phillips Munoz Law. She was highly professional, very focused on details, very responsive with communication, and dedicated to helping clients . I will recommend her to friends and family who need help. Thank you, Kathleen, for all you have done for me in my time of need. Outstanding attorney!!
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    Amazing, compassionate, truthfull

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    She, helped me through what i thpuggt was going to be a nightmare with out blinking an eye! Shes amazing!
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    Best of the best!!

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    She exceeded our expectations! I went from having almost nothing to joint legal and physical custody in 3 months. I couldn't be any happier. Kathleen is definitely the best choice for a lawyer.
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    Watkins

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    I hired Kathleen Phillips as my lawyer at the end of 2011 as my attorney representing me in my divorce. She has represented me in court through numerous issues including child custody over the past several years. She has compassion for people and puts her heart and soul into her work. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
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    Worth her weight in gold

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    Want to know the true test of what distinguishes a good attorney from a great one? Watch them in the courtroom. After releasing my first abhorrent attorney, I desperately searched high and low for an attorney who didn't just 'talk the talk' , but could also "walk the walk" It was then that I stumbled upon Kathleen. And my God, was it the best discovery I ever made. I can genuinely say that she has forever changed my daughter and I's life in a way I can't even begin to thank her for. When Kathleen took on my case, I was convinced it was 'cursed'. No matter what crazy stunt or ridiculous shenanigans my ex did, he continued to get his way in Court. This left me discouraged, and hopeless. It wasn't until we went to Court and I watched Kathleen work her magic that I realized what a true Godsend she really was. To say that Kathleen is an incredibly well-spoken, ardently passionate, and exceptionally skillful attorney is not doing her justice, because she's much more than that. She possesses superior legal knowledge, and presents it in a way that leaves the other side lost for words. Every argument she made in Court was so compelling, that I felt truly SAFE that the Judge would side with us. After 11 months of grueling continuances and litigation, Kathleen not only won my case, she got my life back. For the first time in almost a year, I feel I can finally breathe. And that's all thanks to Kathleen.

    Took a mess and made it a success!

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    Kathleen confidently took my case and from day one made it a success. My prior attorney who was a self-proclaimed "family law specialist" messed up procedurally and my case was nothing but a mess. Not only was she able to fix the procedural issues with my case but we were able to secure supervised visits. Kathleen's documents are concise and exactly on point, and her verbal and written communication with clients, opposing counsel and the court are superb. Kathleen thinks logically and is quick on her feet. Kathleen always cared about what was in the best interest of my children and I. If family or friends ask for a strong attorney that will win a case, I would recommend her without a doubt. When working with Kathleen trust you are in good hands.

    A true zealous advocate for her clients

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    I have heard of people who are able to command an entire room with just their presence, but I have only seen it hold true in practice once: and that’s with Kathleen. While I can’t fully put in words just how highly I think of her, I can wholeheartedly say she has been my source of strength and inspiration to keep fighting. I am involved in a nasty custody battle that can only be compared to the atrocities of World War 3, and even though I am a woman myself I had great apprehension about hiring a female attorney to represent me. Let me just say that happenstance was in my favor when she was introduced to me. Most attorneys who possess favorable strong traits, lack in others, but not Kathleen. She embodies a perfect equilibrium of assertiveness and strength coupled with fervent benevolence. She can completely command a room with her exceptional legal knowledge, razor-sharp wit, and impressive ability to quickly get to the bottom of the issues at heart. She is dedicated, incredibly knowledgeable, and fights zealously for her clients. I am forever grateful for what she has done for my family, and I highly, highly recommend her.

    Awesome lawyer

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    I highly recommend Kathleen she is one of the best attorneys who helped my brother out with one of the most difficult situations ever. And we couldn't be more thankful for her help. It was a pleasure meeting her. We appreciate everything she has done for us. I highly recommend her

    Ms. Phillips changed my life

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    I was going through a nasty divorce and child custody battle with my ex. I tried to do it on my own at first but quickly found out there would be no way. Ms. Phillips helped me go from 5 hour supervised visits once a month to 50/50 custody with week on week off time with my son. She negotiated with the child support attorney to modify the child support calculation. Attributed full time work adjustment to her and cutting the support amount to less than half originally ordered. Not only that but got the court to not allow any spousal support and she owes me money!! Ms. Phillips is very knowledgeable and always prepared. She always updated me on the case and explained all the real options that were available to me and was always professional in court. I highly recommend Ms. Phillips and will do so to everyone who is looking to hire an attorney.
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    Jason Taylor, Family Attorney on Oct 5, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. I highly recommend Kathleen. She is a true advocate for her clients.

    Tiffany Smith-Henson, Family Attorney on Aug 31, 2017
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mrs. Phillips-Vieira in the past and she has always provided high quality legal services. She is excellent at legal research and writing.

    Scott Levy, Litigation Attorney on Aug 15, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Katie is an absolute beast in the courtroom. She is hardworking, dedicated and driven. I would work with Katie on any case at any time. You rock!

    Kristen Gates, Litigation Attorney on Aug 15, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer for both family law and litigation. She is the first person who comes to mind when I need a referral for the Tulare and Kings County area-she's incredibly bright, quick-witted, direct, and competent. Ms. Phillips truly cares about her clients and works tirelessly to advocate for them. Her passion for helping people combined with her extensive legal experience makes her an all-around excellent attorney.

    George Munoz, Family Attorney on Apr 1, 2015
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    “I have known Kathleen for better than 10 years and know her to be a true advocate for her clients. She is very easy going and down to earth. This demeanor, however, cannot completely hide the fact that she is a fierce advocate for her clients, and her results speak volumes. She works diligently to prepare her cases for trial and is willing to zealously fight for everything her client deserves. She is not intimidated by the size of the corporation she is suing, or the size of the law firm that is defending the case. She and I associate on select cases and I am very impressed with her dedication to her/our clients. She is a great communicator and excellent attorney. The clients I refer to her are instantly placed in good hands. She is the first person I think of when I get a case larger than I can handle on my own. She gives her clients her all and gets great results and is well respected. She is an excellent attorney with the highest standards of advocacy and ethics. I endorse her.

    Justin Romig, Litigation Attorney on Jul 26, 2011
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mrs. Phillips-Vieira in the past and she has always provided high quality legal services.

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