John W. Phillips

John Phillips is a seasoned director who works in the business litigation practice group out of our Fresno office. Bringing transactional experience to the courtroom, John works on numerous commercial litigation matters, including failed agreements and transactions,partnership disputes, eminent domain actions, breach of contract cases, and corporate break-ups. Over his distinguished 30-year career, John has obtained varied trial experience in federal district court, tax court, and all state courts, including jury and bench trials, arbitrations, and evaluation of settlement. His practice also encompasses securing insurance coverage for defense matters, representation as insurance defense counsel, and representation in both unfair business practice, and breach of fiduciary duty lawsuits. A native of Fresno, John graduated from Fresno State University with a desire to learn transactions and initially worked as a CPA. Over the years, John realized that he wanted tobe the one using this information. This led him to law school - Johns father was an attorney - and with this life experience behind him, John found law school was right in his wheelhouse, John soon realized that legal work is part of his DNA. He finds great satisfaction in implementing his clients business and litigation strategies. John also realizes that sometimes you can win in litigation but lose the war. To this end, he also employs risk-management and problem resolution strategies to find the right results for his clients, be it at trial, or in a negotiated result. To relax and recharge his batteries, John loves to travel and enjoys family time at the Coast, golf, and fishing.