Phillip J. "Phil" Strach, Employment Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
focused on Employment and Litigation
Raleigh, NC
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Phillip J. "Phil" Strach is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Raleigh) (2013).
About Phillip J. "Phil" Strach: Phillip J. "Phil" Strach is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Phillip J. "Phil" Strach
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 Raleigh, North Carolina
Phillip takes employment matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. 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 Raleigh, North Carolina
Phillip takes litigation matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. 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 J. "Phil" Strach — Attorney of North Carolina employment experience
Phillip J. "Phil" Strach is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Phillip J. Strach is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.
Phillip J., who practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2009. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Phillip J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Phillip handles employment matters
Phillip J. Strach is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Phillip J., who practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2009. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Phillip J. is held by other top lawyers in the same…
The kind of cases Phillip takes
Phillip reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Phillip J. "Phil" Strach's legal education and bar admissions
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
— · 2000
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
J.D. · 2000
Campbell University
BA · 1996
Jurisdictions
Phillip's state bar admissions
North Carolina, Nort
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Phillip studied at — in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and BA in Campbell University.
Law school and academic background
Phillip completed — in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and BA in Campbell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Phillip runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Phillip J. "Phil" Strach
Phillip has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Raleigh)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Covenants Not to Compete
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Discrimination
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — State and Federal
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Title VII Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Discharge
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Raleigh) (2013). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026).
Locations
Phillip J. "Phil" Strach's office in Raleigh
Phillip's primary office is at 301 Hillsborough Street, Suite 1400, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27603. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Phillip J. "Phil" Strach — 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 Raleigh, North Carolina
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 J. "Phil" Strach
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 North Carolina 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 Raleigh?
Phillip is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina 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 Raleigh, Charlotte and Durham in North Carolina
Phillip handles employment matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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