Mimi Phillips, ADR Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Business · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatPhillips & Associates
Memphis, TN
Practicing adr in Memphis since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Mimi Phillips is a member based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Mimi has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phillips & Associates. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- ADR · Appellate · Business
- Handles ADR, Appellate, and Business matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Mimi Phillips: Mimi Phillips is a member based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Mimi has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phillips & Associates. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mimi Phillips
Mimi concentrates on adr, appellate, business, family law, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mimi handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Family Law
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Government
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ADR cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Mimi takes adr 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 Mimi agrees to represent you.
Appellate cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Mimi takes appellate 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 Mimi agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Mimi takes business 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 Mimi agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Mimi takes family law 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 Mimi agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Mimi takes government 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 Mimi agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mimi Phillips — Over 48 years of Tennessee adr experience
Mimi Phillips is a member based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Mimi has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phillips & Associates. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mimi Phillips is a lawyer practicing arbitration, administrative law, alternative dispute resolution and 6 other areas of law. Mimi received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 48 years. Mimi practices at Phillips & Associates in Memphis, TN.
How Mimi handles adr matters
Mimi Phillips is a lawyer practicing arbitration, administrative law, alternative dispute resolution and 6 other areas of law. Mimi received a degree from Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, and has been licensed for 48 years. Mimi practices at Phillips & Associates in Memphis, TN.
Who Mimi represents
Mimi reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and business matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Mimi Phillips's legal education and bar admissions
Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Jurisdictions
Mimi's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1980 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
1978 · ACTIVE
Mimi studied at — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Mimi completed — in Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mimi runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Mimi Phillips
Mimi has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Mimi's professional memberships and bar associations
TBA Members
membership
Locations
Mimi Phillips's office in Memphis
Mimi's primary office is at 80 Monroe Ave., Ste. 550, Memphis, TN, 38103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Mimi Phillips — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Mimi. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Memphis.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Mimi Phillips — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mimi usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mimi charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mimi'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; Mimi will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Mimi
Mimi discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Mimi confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mimi's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mimi Phillips
How much does it cost to hire Mimi for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mimi walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mimi offer a free consultation?
Mimi charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mimi's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Mimi's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple adr 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. Mimi gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mimi take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Mimi 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 — Mimi 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 Mimi?
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. Mimi will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mimi accepting new adr clients right now?
Mimi'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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