J. Russell Phillips, Jr., IP Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Litigation, and Product Liability
Memphis, TN
Practicing ip in Memphis since 1989.
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- Years practicing
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J. Russell Phillips, Jr. is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Product Liability. J. has over 37 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- IP · Litigation · Product Liability
- Handles IP, Litigation, and Product Liability matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About J. Russell Phillips, Jr.: J. Russell Phillips, Jr. is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Product Liability. J. has over 37 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by J. Russell Phillips, Jr.
J. concentrates on ip, litigation, product liability, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case J. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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Real Estate
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IP cases in Memphis, Tennessee
J. takes ip matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before J. agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Memphis, Tennessee
J. takes litigation matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before J. agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Memphis, Tennessee
J. takes product liability matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before J. agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Memphis, Tennessee
J. takes real estate matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before J. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About J. Russell Phillips, Jr. — Over 37 years of Tennessee ip experience
J. Russell Phillips, Jr. is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Product Liability. J. has over 37 years of legal experience.
J. Russell Phillips, Jr. is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, litigation - general civil practice, product liability law. J. received a degree from Nashville School of Law, and has been licensed for 37 years. J. practices in Memphis, TN.
How J. handles ip matters
J. Russell Phillips, Jr. is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, litigation - general civil practice, product liability law. J. received a degree from Nashville School of Law, and has been licensed for 37 years. J. practices in Memphis, TN.
The kind of cases J. takes
J. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, litigation, and product liability matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
J. Russell Phillips, Jr.'s legal education and bar admissions
Nashville School of Law
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Jurisdictions
J.'s state bar admissions
Tennessee
1999 · ACTIVE
Georgia
1989 · ACTIVE
J. studied at — in Nashville School of Law.
Law school and academic background
J. completed — in Nashville School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice J. runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
J. Russell Phillips, Jr.'s office in Memphis
J.'s primary office is at 1000 Ridgeway Loop Rd Ste 600, Memphis, TN, 38120-4045. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire J. Russell Phillips, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with J. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
J. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain J.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; J. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for J.
J. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. J. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
J.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about J. Russell Phillips, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire J. for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. J. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does J. offer a free consultation?
J. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain J.'s office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check J.'s current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. J. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can J. take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
J. is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — J. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with J.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. J. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is J. accepting new ip clients right now?
J.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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