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For over 25 years, Mike Phillips has been defending employers in labor and employment claims and helping them avoid litigation through sound and practical advice. Mike’s practice is nationwide.

He has represented employers in virtually every state in the country in cases brought under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, ERISA, and other state and federal employment statutes. These cases have included many class and collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act and state wage payment laws. Mike also guides employers on their obligations under federal labor law and collective bargaining agreements and has arbitrated dozens of grievances, securing many important victories for his clients.


+1-312-750-8902

Michael R. Phillips

Partner
McGuireWoods
Chicago, IL

Practice Area: Labor & Employment

All-Star

WHAT CLIENTS SAY

"Mike is more practical than the other guys."
"He is more focused and pragmatic in his approach so there's no wasted time."

MY CLIENT PHILOSOPHY

"Above all, clients value responsiveness and transparency in their attorneys. We strive to give clients immediate attention to any inquiry large or small and to always have clients feel that they are knowledgeable and in control of their legal matters. These are the guiding principles of good client service."

– Michael R. Phillips

ALL-STAR BIOGRAPHY

For over 25 years, Mike Phillips has been defending employers in labor and employment claims and helping them avoid litigation through sound and practical advice. Mike’s practice is nationwide.

He has represented employers in virtually every state in the country in cases brought under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, ERISA, and other state and federal employment statutes. These cases have included many class and collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act and state wage payment laws. Mike also guides employers on their obligations under federal labor law and collective bargaining agreements and has arbitrated dozens of grievances, securing many important victories for his clients.

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+1-312-750-8902

Michael R. Phillips

Partner
McGuireWoods
Chicago, IL

Practice Area: Labor & Employment

M&A All-Star

ALL-STAR BIOGRAPHY

For over 25 years, Mike Phillips has been defending employers in labor and employment claims and helping them avoid litigation through sound and practical advice. Mike’s practice is nationwide.

He has represented employers in virtually every state in the country in cases brought under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, ERISA, and other state and federal employment statutes. These cases have included many class and collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act and state wage payment laws. Mike also guides employers on their obligations under federal labor law and collective bargaining agreements and has arbitrated dozens of grievances, securing many important victories for his clients.

Visit All-Star's Firm »