How much does it cost to hire Phillip for a car accidents 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 car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Phillip's current terms during booking.

How long do car accidents cases in Colorado typically take?

Simple car accidents 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 Fort Collins?

Phillip is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado 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 car accidents clients right now?

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

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Phillip Burt Chupik, Car Accidents Attorney in Fort Collins, Colorado

Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

PartneratMetier Law Firm, LLC

Fort Collins, CO

Practicing car accidents in Fort Collins since 1997.

29+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 2 client reviews
6: Bar admissions

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Phillip Burt Chupik is a partner based in Fort Collins, CO. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Insurance. Phillip has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Metier Law Firm, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in: Fort Collins, CO
Experience: over 29 years
Known for: Car Accidents · General · Insurance

Handles Car Accidents, General, and Insurance matters from Fort Collins, CO.
Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with BV Distinguished.

Areas of practice

Phillip's practice areas in Fort Collins

Phillip concentrates on car accidents, general, insurance, medical malpractice, and motorcycle. Each area below outlines the kind of case Phillip handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Car Accidents cases in Fort Collins, Colorado

Phillip takes car accidents matters in Fort Collins, Colorado. 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.

General cases in Fort Collins, Colorado

Phillip takes general matters in Fort Collins, Colorado. 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.

Insurance cases in Fort Collins, Colorado

Phillip takes insurance matters in Fort Collins, Colorado. 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.

Medical Malpractice cases in Fort Collins, Colorado

Phillip takes medical malpractice matters in Fort Collins, Colorado. 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.

Motorcycle cases in Fort Collins, Colorado

Phillip takes motorcycle matters in Fort Collins, Colorado. 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

Phillip Burt Chupik, car accidents attorney serving Fort Collins

With over 29 years of trial experience, accident attorney Phillip Chupik knows what it takes to win inside and outside the courtroom. Born in Texas, Phil attended the University of Colorado Boulder, graduating with a degree in Political Science in 1992. He went on to graduate from The University of Texas School of Law.

After earning his Juris Doctorate from UT, Phil took a position with the Galveston County District Attorney’s office, honing his skills in the courtroom where he had over fifty jury trials ranging from sexual assaults to murders. After three years of prosecuting cases in Texas, Phil and his wife decided to move back to Colorado where he entered the civil litigation practice in Denver, representing developers, builders, physicians, and hospitals in negligence claims. In 2008, after many years on the defense side, Phil decided to utilize his trial skills to help injured Plaintiffs and has called that switch the best decision he ever made.

He joined Metier Law Firm in 2008 and he is now a partner with the firm representing clients all over the country who have suffered injuries in trucking, auto, motorcycle and other various accidents. Phil also specializes in bad faith litigation cases against insurers.

Phil is a tough, dedicated trial lawyer whose passion and determination is a direct result of the clients he represents. He is continually amazed at the strength of his clients in the face of troubled and trying times. Their will to keep going against great odds drives Phil to fight for them and their families in and out of the courtroom to strive for solutions that are best suited to their individual needs.

Phil is licensed in Colorado, Wyoming, Washington State and Texas and is also licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court of Colorado and the 10th Circuit Court of Appeal.

He graduated from the prestigious Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in 2012 and continues to refine his litigation skills with The College. Phil is a member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, Colorado Bar Association, and American Association of Justice and is peer rated by Martindale Hubbell as Distinguished for his ethics and legal abilities. He has served on the Colorado Trial Lawyers Executive Committee. He has been recognized by Top 50 U.S. Verdicts, the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers and has received the Client Satisfaction Award by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys.

Phil, his wife and three boys love the outdoors and enjoy playing tennis, hiking and boating.

Member:

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, Executive Committee (2019 - 2022)

Colorado Bar Association

Wyoming Bar Association

Washington Bar Association

Denver Bar Association

Larimer County Bar Association

American Association of Justice National College of District Attorneys, 1999

Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys

Speaker:

Colorado Litigators' Summit, Know Your Audience: Trying Your Case Outside the Denver Metro Area (Sept 2019);

NBI, Advanced Insurance Bad Faith: Strategic Discovery of Claims Handling (Dec 2018);

CTLA Annual Convention, WannaCry... Now: Inadvertent and Internet Data Breaches and Other Legal Internet Concerns (2017);

CTLA Annual Blockbuster Seminar, Self Driving Vehicles and the Law (or lack thereof): Are We Gonna be Out of Business? (2016)

Phillip's approach to car accidents cases

Clients Phillip works with

Phillip reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, general, and insurance matters in Fort Collins and the surrounding Colorado area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Phillip studied and practices

University of Texas School of Law
J.D. · 1996
University of Colorado at Boulder
B.A. Political · 1992

Jurisdictions

Phillip's state bar admissions

Washington
2019 · ACTIVE
Wyoming
2018 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2003 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2000 · ACTIVE
Colorado
1999 · ACTIVE
Texas
1997 · ACTIVE

Phillip studied at J.D. in University of Texas School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Colorado at Boulder.

Law school and academic background

Phillip completed J.D. in University of Texas School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Colorado at Boulder. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Phillip runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Phillip's legal honors and published work

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

BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Phillip's professional memberships and bar associations

Colorado Bar Association Denver Bar Association Larimer County Bar Association Colorado Trial Lawyers Association American Association of Justice
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Locations

Phillip Burt Chupik's office in Fort Collins

Phillip's primary office is at 4820 S College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO, 80525. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Metier Law Firm, LLC

4820 S College Avenue

Fort Collins, CO 80525

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Phillip Burt Chupik — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Phillip. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing car accidents attorneys in Fort Collins.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Phillip Burt Chupik — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new car accidents 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 car accidents attorney in Fort Collins, Colorado

A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents 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 car accidents practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every car accidents 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 car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Phillip Burt Chupik

How much does it cost to hire Phillip for a car accidents 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 car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Phillip's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple car accidents 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 Fort Collins?
Phillip is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado 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 car accidents 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

Car Accidents attorneys serving Fort Collins, Denver and Colorado Springs in Colorado

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

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