Phillip Chupik, Insurance Attorney in Fort Collins, Colorado
Fort Collins, CO
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Phillip Chupik is an attorney based in Fort Collins, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Insurance.
- Based in
- Fort Collins, COLORADO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Insurance
- Handles Insurance matters from Fort Collins, COLORADO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
About Phillip Chupik: Phillip Chupik is an attorney based in Fort Collins, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Insurance.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Phillip Chupik
Phillip concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Phillip handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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.
Biography
About Phillip Chupik — Attorney of Colorado insurance experience
Phillip Chupik is an attorney based in Fort Collins, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Insurance.
- Law School: University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1996)
- Undergraduate Degrees: University of Colorado at Boulder (1992 - Dean's List PoliSci)
- Truck Driver Training, The Legacy Corporation, 2018
- National Institute of Trial Advocacy Skills, 2002
- Trial Lawyers College, 2012
- Trial Lawyers College, Graduate Studies, 2013
Awards- Martindale Hubbell Distinguished 2020
- Top 50 Verdicts in the U.S.
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers
- Client Satisfaction Award by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
Bars/Licenses- Texas, 1997
- Colorado, 1999
- Wyoming, 2018
- Washington, 2019
- US District Court, District of Colorado, 2000
- US Court of Appeals, Tenth Court, 2003
Memberships and Associations- 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
My StoryWith over 24 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. 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 traumatic brain injuries and been injured in trucking accidents. He also specializes in bad faith litigation cases against insurers. Phillip 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 for the last two years.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.
Phillip, his wife and three boys love the outdoors and enjoy playing tennis, hiking and boating.
Speaking Appearances- Colorado Litigators' Summit, Know your Audience: Trying your case outside the Denver metro area
- NBI, Advanced Insurance Bad Faith: Strategic Discovery of Claims Handling
- CTLA Annual Convention, Wanna Cry...Now: Inadvertent and Internet Data Breaches and Other legal internet concerns
- CTLA Annual Blockbuster Seminar, Self Driving Vehicles and the Law (or Lack thereof): Are we gonna be out of business?
Phillip's approach to insurance cases
Education Law School: University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1996) Undergraduate Degrees: University of Colorado at Boulder (1992 - Dean's List PoliSci) Truck Driver Training, The Legacy Corporation, 2018 National Institute of Trial Advocacy Skills, 2002 Trial Lawyers College, 2012 Trial Lawyers College, Graduate Studies, 2013 Awards Martindale Hubbell Distinguished 2020 Top 50 Verdicts in…
Clients Phillip works with
Phillip reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Fort Collins and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Phillip Chupik's legal education and bar admissions
The University of Texas
J.D. · 1996
Phillip studied at J.D. in The University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
Phillip completed J.D. in The University of Texas. 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
Awards, publications, and recognition of Phillip Chupik
Phillip has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Phillip Chupik's office in Fort Collins
Phillip's primary office is at 4820 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, Colorado, 80525. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Phillip Chupik — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in Fort Collins, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Phillip Chupik
How much does it cost to hire Phillip for a insurance 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 insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Phillip's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple insurance 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 insurance 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
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