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

Location

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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 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by William | May 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Real Deal

Diana is awesome. She took on my case for a couple of weak misdemeanors out of East Ridge wherein they originally offered me six months of probation to plead guilty and a 1500 fine and Diana went in and got both charges completely dismissed and expunged with no fines, saving my clean record. She is a...lso fair with pricing and payments. Definitely will seek her services again if the need arises (which theoretically should never happen haha).

Posted by Kristina | November 10, 2021 | DUI & DWI

God-sent 100

Miss Phillips was appointed to me on my DUI case. It was the first time I had ever been in trouble and I was absolutely terrified. Not being able to afford a lawyer made it even more scary. But I can say this, Miss Phillips was a god-sent! She fought for me tooth and nail. She listened listen to ever...ything I had to say and believed me even when the paperwork said otherwise. She did all this even though I wasn't paying her! In the end my case outcome was more than I could have ever expected! I would definitely suggest her to anyone! She is very kind caring and fights for the person! Thank you Miss Phillips!

Posted by Steve | September 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Diana Phillips

I was in a tough situation, new to the area when I found Diana's number. She made time to sit and talk to me about my options and was very transparent about how it could work out. She was vigilant about working on my case and always kept me up to date with updates. I am so very grateful that I hap...pened to find her. Everything worked out the way it was supposed to some good some bad. But that's what happened sometimes. I'm not complaining because in the end everything worked out perfectly! she's very fair with her fees and she's very flexible with her payment options. Thank you so much Diana for helping me have a second chance!

Posted by Scarlett | June 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Wonderful Attorney

I cannot say enough kind words about Diana! Shes goes above and beyond to get the best results for your case. This was my first offense, and it was pretty steep- felt like a short death sentence. I had went to a few other lawyers for consultations on my case, and had been given no hope. However, inst...ead of looking at me just as a case, Diana listened to my story and fought long and hard for me with end results better than I thought possible! She works with your availability and is affordable. Diana is very personable but also fierce in the courtroom. Hire Diana, you will not regret it!

Posted by Ruby | February 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

DiannaPhillips

My grandson got in trouble.Dianna was great She took good care of him.Explained well caring professional.keap him out of jail with community service and probation.She is awsome.If ever needed hope not I would use her again.Did I say affordable.She was great.Thanks again.

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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

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Julie Moya

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Natalie Haymond

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R. Best

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Joshua Weiss

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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

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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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