Phillip James Anthony, Employment Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratLewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP
Raleigh, NC
Practicing employment in Raleigh since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Phillip James Anthony is a managing partner based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Phillip has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Raleigh, NC
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Insurance
- Handles Employment, General, and Insurance matters from Raleigh, NC.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Phillip James Anthony: Phillip James Anthony is a managing partner based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Phillip has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Phillip takes on
Phillip concentrates on employment, general, insurance, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Phillip handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Phillip takes employment matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.
General cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Phillip takes general matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Phillip takes insurance matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Phillip takes personal injury matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Phillip takes product liability matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Phillip James Anthony — employment lawyer in Raleigh
Phillip James Anthony is a managing partner based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Phillip has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Phillip James Anthony is a lawyer practicing insurance defense litigation, products liability, workers compensation and 3 other areas of law. Phillip received a B.A. degree from University of Akron in 1981, and has been licensed for 34 years. Phillip practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Raleigh, NC.
Phillip's approach to employment cases
Mr. Phillip James Anthony is a lawyer practicing insurance defense litigation, products liability, workers compensation and 3 other areas of law. Phillip received a B.A. degree from University of Akron in 1981, and has been licensed for 34 years. Phillip practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Raleigh, NC.
Clients Phillip works with
Phillip reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and insurance matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Campbell University
J.D. · 1992
University of Akron
B.A. Webster · 1981
Jurisdictions
Phillip's state bar admissions
North Carolina
1992 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
Phillip studied at J.D. in Campbell University and B.A. Webster in University of Akron.
Law school and academic background
Phillip completed J.D. in Campbell University and B.A. Webster in University of Akron. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Phillip runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Phillip has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Phillip's professional memberships and bar associations
Wake County and North Carolina Bar Associations Defense Research Institute
membership
Locations
Phillip James Anthony's office in Raleigh
Phillip's primary office is at 4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 514, Raleigh, NC, 27607. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 514
Raleigh, NC 27607
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Client reviews of Phillip James Anthony — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Phillip James Anthony — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Phillip usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Phillip charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Phillip'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; Phillip will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Phillip
Phillip discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Phillip confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Phillip's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Phillip James Anthony
How much does it cost to hire Phillip for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Phillip walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Phillip offer a free consultation?
Phillip charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Phillip's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Phillip's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple employment 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. Phillip gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Phillip take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?
Phillip is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Phillip 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 Phillip?
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. Phillip will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Phillip accepting new employment clients right now?
Phillip's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Raleigh, Charlotte and Durham in North Carolina
Phillip handles employment matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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