
Philip Judson Combs, Health Care Attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Health Care, Litigation, and Product Liability · 4.5/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
PartneratThomas Combs & Spann, PLLC
Charleston, WV
Practicing health care in Charleston since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 20 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Philip Judson Combs is a partner based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Health Care, Litigation, and Product Liability. Philip has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
- Based in
- Charleston, WV
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Health Care · Litigation · Product Liability
- Handles Health Care, Litigation, and Product Liability matters from Charleston, WV.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Philip Judson Combs: Philip Judson Combs is a partner based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Health Care, Litigation, and Product Liability. Philip has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Philip Judson Combs
Philip concentrates on health care, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Philip handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care
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Product Liability
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Health Care cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Philip takes health care matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Philip agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Philip takes litigation matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Philip agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Philip takes product liability matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Philip agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Philip Judson Combs — Over 34 years of West Virginia health care experience
Philip Judson Combs is a partner based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Health Care, Litigation, and Product Liability. Philip has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
Philip Judson Combs is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, drug and medical device defense, products liability. Philip received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Philip practices at Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC in Charleston, WV.
How Philip handles health care matters
Philip Judson Combs is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, drug and medical device defense, products liability. Philip received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Philip practices at Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC in Charleston, WV.
The kind of cases Philip takes
Philip reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care, litigation, and product liability matters in Charleston and the surrounding West Virginia area.
Credentials
Philip Judson Combs's legal education and bar admissions
Duke University
J.D. · 1992
Emory University
B.A. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Philip's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1999 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
West Virginia
1992 · ACTIVE
Philip studied at J.D. in Duke University and B.A. in Emory University.
Law school and academic background
Philip completed J.D. in Duke University and B.A. in Emory University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Philip runs in West Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Philip Judson Combs
Philip has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Philip's professional memberships and bar associations
Kanawha County Bar Association The West Virginia State Bar Product Liability Advisory Council Defense Research Institute
membership
Locations
Philip Judson Combs's office in Charleston
Philip's primary office is at 300 Summers Street, Suite 1380, Charleston, WV, 25301-1624. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC
300 Summers Street, Suite 1380
Charleston, WV 25301-1624
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Client reviews of Philip Judson Combs — 4.5/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Philip. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing health care attorneys in Charleston.
4.5
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How to hire Philip Judson Combs — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Philip usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Philip charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Philip'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; Philip will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a health care attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care 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 Philip
Philip discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every health care 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. Philip confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Philip's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Philip Judson Combs
How much does it cost to hire Philip for a health care case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Philip walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Philip offer a free consultation?
Philip charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Philip's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Philip's current terms during booking.
How long do health care cases in West Virginia typically take?
Simple health care 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. Philip gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Philip take my case if I'm outside Charleston?
Philip is licensed in West Virginia. Matters governed by West Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Philip 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 Philip?
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. Philip will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Philip accepting new health care clients right now?
Philip's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Health Care attorneys serving Charleston, Morgantown and Huntington in West Virginia
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