Earl Phillips, Civil Rights Attorney in the United States
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Consumer, and Employment · 4.3/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Practicing civil rights since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.3 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Earl Phillips is an attorney based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Consumer, and Employment. Earl has over 45 years of legal experience. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Consumer · Employment
- Handles Civil Rights, Consumer, and Employment matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Earl Phillips: Earl Phillips is an attorney based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Consumer, and Employment. Earl has over 45 years of legal experience. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Earl takes on
Earl concentrates on civil rights, consumer, employment, employment contracts, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Earl handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Employment Contracts
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Civil Rights cases nationwide
Earl takes civil rights matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Earl agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases nationwide
Earl takes consumer matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Earl agrees to represent you.
Employment cases nationwide
Earl takes employment matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Earl agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases nationwide
Earl takes employment contracts matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Earl agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Earl takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Earl agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Earl Phillips — civil rights lawyer in the U.S.
Earl Phillips is an attorney based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Consumer, and Employment. Earl has over 45 years of legal experience. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Earl Phillips is a lawyer practicing consumer products & retail, employment, hospitality and 4 other areas of law. Earl received a B.A. degree from University of British Columbia in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years. Earl practices in Vancouver, BC.
Working with Earl on a civil rights matter
Earl Phillips is a lawyer practicing consumer products & retail, employment, hospitality and 4 other areas of law. Earl received a B.A. degree from University of British Columbia in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years. Earl practices in Vancouver, BC.
Who Earl represents
Earl reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, consumer, and employment matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Victoria
LL.B. · 1980
University of British Columbia
B.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
Earl's state bar admissions
British Columbia
1981 · ACTIVE
Earl studied at LL.B. in University of Victoria and B.A. in University of British Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Earl completed LL.B. in University of Victoria and B.A. in University of British Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Earl runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Earl has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Earl's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association
Member, BC Labour and Employment Sections · membership
Locations
Earl Phillips's office in Vancouver
Earl's primary office is at P.O. Box 10424, Pacific Centre, 777 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 1300, Vancouver, BC, V7Y 1K2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
P.O. Box 10424, Pacific Centre, 777 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 1300
Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K2
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Client reviews of Earl Phillips — 4.3/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Earl. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in your area.
4.3
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How to hire Earl Phillips — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Earl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Earl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Earl'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; Earl will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Earl
Earl discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Earl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Earl's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Earl Phillips
How much does it cost to hire Earl for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Earl walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Earl offer a free consultation?
Earl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Earl's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Earl's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in this state typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Earl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Earl take my case if I'm outside the area?
Earl evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Earl's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Earl?
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. Earl will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Earl accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Earl's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.