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Phillip A. Baggett, Employment Attorney in Houston, Texas

focused on Employment and Litigation

Houston, TX

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Phillip A. Baggett is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Based in
Houston, TEXAS
Experience
attorney
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Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Houston, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).

About Phillip A. Baggett: Phillip A. Baggett is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Phillip A. Baggett

Phillip concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Phillip handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Houston, Texas

Phillip takes employment matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Houston, Texas

Phillip takes litigation matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Phillip A. Baggett — Attorney of Texas employment experience

Phillip A. Baggett is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Phillip A. Baggett is an associate in the Houston, Texas, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. His practice focuses on representing employers in workplace law matters, including preventive advice and counseling. He represents public and private employers in state and federal courts in a variety of employment law matters, including those involving wage and hour claims, non-competition and non-solicitation agreements, and discrimination allegations.

In addition to his litigation practice, Phillip has extensive experience counseling employers and human resources professionals on workplace issues, including presentations to trade groups and large employers regarding new developments in the law and detecting and properly addressing potential workplace disputes prior to litigation.

During law school, Phillip served as managing editor of the Houston Journal of International Law and received several speaking and writing awards in moot court competitions, resulting in an induction to the Order of the Barristers. Phillip also served as a student attorney for the Immigration Clinic at the University of Houston Law Center and represented individuals before immigration courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals.

Phillip's approach to employment cases

Phillip A. Baggett is an associate in the Houston, Texas, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. His practice focuses on representing employers in workplace law matters, including preventive advice and counseling. He represents public and private employers in state and federal courts in a variety of employment law matters, including those involving wage and hour claims, non-competition and non-solicitation…

Clients Phillip works with

Phillip reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Phillip A. Baggett's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Houston Law Center

    J.D. · 2014

Phillip studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center.

Law school and academic background

Phillip completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Phillip runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Phillip A. Baggett

Phillip has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).

Locations

Phillip A. Baggett's office in Houston

Phillip's primary office is at 717 Texas Avenue, Suite 1700, Houston, Texas, 77002-7360. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

717 Texas Avenue, Suite 1700

Houston, Texas 77002-7360

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Hiring guide

How to hire Phillip A. Baggett — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Phillip usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Phillip charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Phillip'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; Phillip will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Houston, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Phillip

Phillip discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Phillip confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Phillip's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Phillip A. Baggett

  • How much does it cost to hire Phillip for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Phillip walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Phillip offer a free consultation?

    Phillip charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Phillip's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Phillip's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Phillip gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Phillip take my case if I'm outside Houston?

    Phillip is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Phillip 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 Phillip?

    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. Phillip will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Phillip accepting new employment clients right now?

    Phillip's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

Phillip handles employment matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.

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