Dwight Wilburn Phillips, Personal Injury Attorney in Detroit, Michigan
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatPhifer & White, P.C.
Detroit, MI
Practicing personal injury in Detroit since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Dwight Wilburn Phillips is a shareholder based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Dwight has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phifer & White, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Detroit, MI
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Detroit, MI.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Dwight Wilburn Phillips: Dwight Wilburn Phillips is a shareholder based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Dwight has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phifer & White, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dwight takes on
Dwight concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dwight handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Detroit, Michigan
Dwight takes personal injury matters in Detroit, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dwight agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Detroit, Michigan
Dwight takes workers comp matters in Detroit, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dwight agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dwight Wilburn Phillips — personal injury lawyer in Detroit
Dwight Wilburn Phillips is a shareholder based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Dwight has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phifer & White, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Dwight Wilburn Phillips is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, negligence defense, workers' compensation section. Dwight received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Dwight practices at Phifer & White, P.C. in Detroit, MI.
Working with Dwight on a personal injury matter
Dwight Wilburn Phillips is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, negligence defense, workers' compensation section. Dwight received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Dwight practices at Phifer & White, P.C. in Detroit, MI.
Clients Dwight works with
Dwight reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Detroit and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Michigan
J.D. · 1976
University of San Francisco
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Dwight's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1976 · ACTIVE
Dwight studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in University of San Francisco.
Law school and academic background
Dwight completed J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in University of San Francisco. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dwight runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Dwight has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Dwight's professional memberships and bar associations
Wolverine (Member, Board of Directors, 1979 Treasurer, 1980-1982) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan (Member, Sections on: Negligence Workers' Compensation) National Bar Association
membership
Locations
Dwight Wilburn Phillips's office in Detroit
Dwight's primary office is at 407 E. Fort St., Ste. 500, Detroit, MI, 48226-2556. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Dwight Wilburn Phillips — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Dwight. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Detroit.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Dwight Wilburn Phillips — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dwight usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dwight charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dwight'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; Dwight will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Detroit, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Dwight
Dwight discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Dwight confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dwight's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dwight Wilburn Phillips
How much does it cost to hire Dwight for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dwight walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dwight offer a free consultation?
Dwight charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dwight's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Dwight's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Dwight gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dwight take my case if I'm outside Detroit?
Dwight is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dwight 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 Dwight?
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. Dwight will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dwight accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Dwight's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Detroit, Grand Rapids and Southfield in Michigan
Dwight handles personal injury matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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