Diana Alice Phillips

Diana Alice Phillips

also known as Diana Phillips

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile ... +2 more
This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Diana

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Extensive experience in the area of criminal defense: from misdemeanors, dui's, assaults, thefts to the most serious felonies such as sexual crimes and murder. Tough in court. Compassionate with clients.

21 years | 6,500 cases

75%
DUI and DWI 15%

21 years | 1,250 cases

15%
Juvenile Law 5%

21 years | 300 cases

5%
Child Support 4%

17 years | 525 cases

4%
Appeals 1%

21 years | 53 cases

1%

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 21 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1995

Inactive

No misconduct found

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Diana Alice Phillips's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

55 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 14 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Exceptional

I rarely write reviews and when I do, it is because I feel very strongly in a positive or negative way. In this case, I can unequivocally recommend Diana. I received what could have been a very expensive ticket in terms of insurance premiums and consequences to my driving record. I decided to conta...ct her because of several good reviews I read about her. Diana showed extraordinary initiative from the moment I first sat down in her office. She told me she was good, and I would not regret hiring her. She was right. She actually started working on my ticket that first day. She went above and beyond and in my case, the ticket was reduced to a very small fine and did not go on my record. I didn't even have to enter a courtroom. She also worked on a couple other things for me that she could have charged for but didn't. She is personable, motivated (Can't stress this enough; it was almost like my ticket was her ticket), and responds promptly to all communication. Receiving the ticket was pretty stressful situation, and it was such a relief once Diana took over. You are in very good hands when you hire her.

Posted by Tania Mize | September 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing Lawyer *****

Words can't express how amazing Diana Phillips is she is the most amazing lawyer ever she took my sons case An he was innocent and she didn't stop till the truth was proven. Didn't matter if we needed her day or night she was there simple as a fast question or a long concern she made a bad situation ...feel as comfortable as she could and in the end my son got the virdict he deserved thanks to the truth and his lawyer fully being behind him 100% we need more people like Diana the world would be a better place a justice will be served amen

Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Son's case dismissed.

My son was ciated and had to turn himself in. He contacted a lawyer and was told that he would be given 6 months probation and it would take 2 years before his record would be cleared. I contacted a lawyer myself and was told the exact same information and it would be a waste of money to hire an atto...rney. Keep in mind this was coming from an attorney's office. I just knew in my heart I did not want my son to go in front of a judge without an attorney. I had called and left a message with Attorney Dianna, Thank God she returned my phone call. We talked and I told her what the other attorney office told me. She said you do not have to hire me, but you never want to go to court without an attorney. She told me some things that could happen and she schedule me an appointment. The most important thing she said was to have a back ground check done on my son to see if his record was clear. There were two ways to handle this by trying to get it dismissed or a diversion. I felt so at ease talking to her. I felt like she was fighting for my son like he was her on child. Any time I called or texted, she answer. She got the case dismissed and by no easy task. I am glad his background check came back clean. As a parent you know in your heart and soul, you want to do everything you can for your child. Thanks to Attorney Diana for her knowledge of the law. She represented my son and his case was dismissed. She is an attorney that I will reccomend!!!!

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Great Experience

Recently my son found himself in a situation that required legal counsel. Diana was recommended by a friend and I am so very happy that I called her. She was very knowledgable and confident in handling this case. She was always available to answer our questions and gave us peace of mind throughout th...e process. I am very grateful to her for the job that she did.

Posted by Richard | June 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Answer To Prayer

Recently I had one of my teenage children to get into some trouble. As any parent would be I was hurt, disappointed and shocked. The night before we were supposed to meet with the investigator for the initial interview I was made aware of the possibility of another unforeseen, and potentially serious...ly life altering charge to be brought against my child. I was devastated and in a panic. Just hours before the interview I began searching the internet for Juvenile Defense Attorneys. I came across Diana's name and began to read the reviews that had been left by her former clients and as I read the reviews I knew that I just had to get her to represent my child. The interview with the detective was scheduled for 4:00 p.m. and it was now noon, I was panicking. I contacted Diana and I explained to her my situation. She asked me to come by her office and we talked further and within in 30 minutes she had rescheduled the interview so that she could be in attendance and represent my child. Charges ending up being filed against my child and a court date set. During this process Diana was always courteous, professional and on top of every aspect of the case. She was very detailed and thorough. The case is now over and the charges against my child have been dismissed. Space is limited here so I cannot rave about Diana as much as I would like to, I could literally write pages and pages. Let me say that Diana was always upfront and honest. She never sugar coated anything but was always optimistic and encouraging. What I love about Diana is that she treated my family like we were human beings and was genuinely concerned about obtaining the best possible outcome for my child. She went out of her way to encourage my wife and assure her everything would be okay. Diana truly was an answer to my prayers.

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Diana Alice Phillips's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacquelyn Griffith

Juvenile law lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is always a pleasure to work with Diana Phillips. She is knowledgeable of the law and courtroom procedure. Diana is compassionate and always works hard for her clients. All the cases I have worked with Diana on have shown me she is an excellent attorney who gets great results for her clients."

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Cynthia Schemel

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Diana for 10 years. We have been on the same side and opposite sides in cases. Diana is a very intelligent and strategic attorney as well as professional. She always goes the extra mile to help her clients because she truly cares. Other attorneys just care about the money but Diana cares about what’s in the best interest for her client. I recommend Diana wholeheartedly for any legal matter."

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Julie Moya

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Diana Phillips is a very knowledgeable attorney who does a great job for her clients, and is highly respected by her peers. In addition, she has a wonderful, comforting manner. I highly recommend her."

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Elizabeth Epps

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have enjoyed practicing with Diana as a fellow lawyer in Hamilton County. She is a compassionate and hard working attorney who is an advocate for her clients in court and out of court. She is also highly knowledgeable about the criminal justice system."

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Manzurakhon Talipova

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Diana is one of the most caring attorneys I know. She really cares to help her clients. Diana is very knowledgeable in multiple areas of the law, and she is well respected in the legal community."

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Johnny Houston

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ms. Phillips for about two years now. She is consistently prepared and works hard for her clients. She has my endorsement."

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Myrlene Marsa

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Phillips is an excellent, smart, capable attorney. But more than that, Ms. Phillips cares about her clients and gives them the attention they need."

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Joshua Weiss

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Phillips does her job and does it well. I have seen her counsel her clients outside a courtroom and advocate zealously for them in it. She has a keen understanding of the legal system, and I respect her knowledge and insights."

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Philip Coyle

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Phillips is a tremendous attorney with a proven track record. She is also an outstanding individual and a delight to work with. Anyone looking for a legal professional would benefit by looking to her for help!"

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Fisher Wise

Criminal defense lawyer

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Julie Moya

Criminal defense lawyer

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Natalie Haymond

Criminal defense lawyer

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R. Best

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Weiss

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Philip Coyle

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Premier DUI Attorney, American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

1987

Departmental Award, Emory & Henry College

1987

Cum Laude, Emory & Henry College

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Diana Phillips

2006 - 2015

Attorney, State of Tennessee

Associations

2016 - Present

Chattanooga Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member

2015 - Present

Chattanooga Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Chattanooga Criminal Defense Attorney Association

2015 - 2017

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Founding Member

Sample of Legal Cases

High Profile Case

DISMISSED

Case Dismissed

Dismissed

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Education

1992

Washington and Lee University School of Law

Juris Doctorate

1987

Emory and Henry College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

CACDL MEETING

DNA TRANSFER - SET UP AND INTRODUCED SPEAKER

2017

Chattanooga Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

DUI Update

2017

Chattanooga Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Orders of Protection

2016

CLE

DUI

2014

Lunchtime Presentation

Criminal Defense

Languages

English

Activity

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