The Phillips Law Offices
Criminal Defense Attorneys

As an introduction, my name is Michael Phillips and I
assume since you are researching criminal defense
attorneys, you or a family member has been arrested or
charged with a crime. Hopefully, you will notice right away
some important differences about my site.

First,
there are no pictures of handcuffs, flashing police lights, jail
bars or folks being arrested under the watchful eye of a
policeman. Frankly, you probably have enough stress
already - and one of my most important jobs as your
criminal defense attorney, is to lower your stress, not
increase it.

Second,
unlike most of the criminal defense attorneys on the
Internet, I don’t use scare tactics, salespeople or try and
impress you with victories which can’t be proven. To be
sure being arrested and charged is serious, but the best
thing to do is arm yourself with knowledge. As the saying
goes, “knowledge is power” and the last thing the
prosecutor wants you to have is power. Hopefully, you find
my site a good start to figure out what your options are and
answer your basic questions. On my web page, I provide
straightforward information about me, my firm and my
philosophy.

Third,
if you call my office, my staff will put your call through to
me. Not a salesperson. I invite you to read through this site
or call me to discuss your case free of charge. I will give you
an honest appraisal of the charges, your situation and the
options you have. No legalese, just straight talk. And if I am
not the attorney for you, I will do my utmost to refer you to
the person who is.

I strongly believe just because someone has been arrested
or charged, it does not mean they are guilty. Bad things
often happen to good people. Obtaining justice for clients is
about results, experience and courage. It’s about facing long
odds and prevailing. It’s about doing what is right. Justice is
about being your client’s warrior, not giving up quickly
because it’s a tough fight.

Fourth,
when you or a family member is facing criminal charges-
you don't have to go it alone.  You need an attorney who can
protect your rights...make sure you're treated fairly...and
who knows how to get results. You've just found that law
firm.

I want you to be educated and prepared, to understand how
the law works, the defenses and options available to you,
and what to expect at each new phase of the case. I have
found a one- on-one relationship is the ultimate key to
success.

Lastly,
at the Phillips Law Offices, your attorney is the one in the
firm name, not an associate or rookie lawyer. I have a full
time staff to provide client service, but ultimately, I
personally handle each case. More importantly, I am not a
"Johnny-come-Lately" feeling good about putting folks in
jail as a prosecutor simply for a paycheck, then claiming to
be a true advocate for rights of the accused!

I have spent 18+ years asking tough questions from the
defense side of the table, not easy questions to police
officers or experts from the prosecution side.

If you want to find out what can be done for your situation,
I'll be glad to talk with you. I know you will find my staff
incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and willing to help. I am
confident that you'll be impressed with my firm and what
we will be able to do for you. The Phillips Law Offices
represents clients in all of Placer County, Butte and Nevada
County
You're not Alone, We Stand Strong with
our clients in the Pursuit of Justice...