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Trusted Jacksonville Personal Injury & Family Law Attorneys
Phillips, Hunt & Walker is a distinguished law firm committed to delivering justice with unwavering integrity and compassion. With decades of collective experience, our team specializes in personal injury, wrongful death, family law, and high-profile litigation, consistently achieving landmark verdicts and settlements. Recognized nationally for excellence, we have secured over $500 million in compensation for clients, including a historic $495 million jury verdict. Our approach combines cutting-edge courtroom technology, rigorous preparation, and a client-centric philosophy, ensuring personalized attention from day one.Licensed across multiple states and federal courts, we advocate fiercely for our clients while maintaining the highest ethical standards. Our accolades, including AV Preeminent peer ratings and numerous legal industry awards, reflect our dedication to excellence. We serve communities in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and beyond, offering 24/7 availability and free consultations to those in need.
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Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Family Law
Medical Malpractice
Criminal Defense
Civil Rights
High Profile Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of legal experience.
- Our team provides 24/7 personalized client support.
- We are AV Preeminent peer-reviewed rated.
- Our firm has secured over $500 million in verdicts and settlements.
- We prioritize integrity, ensuring transparent and ethical representation.
Associations and certifications
- AV Preeminent
- Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyers
What people say
Compassionate representation
Successful verdicts
24/7 availability
Personalized attention
Landmark settlements
Services
Personal Injury
Phillips, Hunt & Walker represents clients in personal injury cases arising from auto accidents, medical malpractice, and negligence. Our attorneys leverage decades of trial experience and a network of experts to secure maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain. With a focus on accountability, we have obtained landmark verdicts, including a $495 million award in a wrongful death case. Our approach combines cutting-edge courtroom technology and compassionate advocacy to restore clients' lives.
Wrongful Death
Our firm specializes in wrongful death cases, advocating for families who have lost loved ones due to negligence or criminal acts. We handle complex claims involving medical malpractice, police brutality, and catastrophic accidents, securing confidential settlements and public justice. With a record $2.6 million verdict against Volusia County, we combine investigative rigor with empathetic representation, ensuring survivors receive economic and emotional compensation while holding perpetrators accountable.
Family Law
Led by award-winning attorney Matthew Hunt, our family law division addresses divorce, custody, and domestic disputes with strategic negotiation and trial readiness. We prioritize equitable solutions while safeguarding clients' rights in high-conflict cases. Our team balances aggressive advocacy with compassionate support, resolving matters like asset division, alimony, and child custody through tailored strategies that reflect each family's unique needs and long-term well-being.
Medical Malpractice
Phillips, Hunt & Walker holds healthcare providers accountable for negligence, securing confidential settlements in over 120 cases against a pediatric dentist and a $1 million agreement in a brain injury case. Our attorneys collaborate with medical experts to prove substandard care, pursuing compensation for victims of surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and prescription mishaps. We combine legal acumen with scientific understanding to challenge powerful institutions and ensure justice for injured patients.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense team defends clients against charges ranging from DUIs to violent crimes, achieving dismissals and reduced sentences. We challenge evidence, protect constitutional rights, and provide zealous representation in trials and plea negotiations. With experience in high-profile cases, including protests and DUI defense, we ensure fair treatment in a system that often favors prosecutors, prioritizing clients' futures over corporate interests.
People
John M. Phillips
B.C.S. Attorney
John M. Phillips, a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, specializes in personal injury and wrongful death cases. With over 40 years of experience, he has secured landmark verdicts, including a $495 million award. Recognized by Robert Shapiro as 'the best lawyer in America,' he combines courtroom innovation with compassionate advocacy.
Matthew Hunt
B.C.S. Attorney
Matthew Hunt, a multiple SuperLawyer honoree, leads the family law division. Voted Jacksonville's Best Divorce Lawyer by Folio Weekly, he balances fierce litigation with empathetic counsel, resolving complex custody and asset division cases while maintaining a 24/7 client-focused approach.
William K. Walker
Attorney
William K. Walker focuses on injury and wrongful death litigation, representing plaintiffs in Florida and Georgia. A dedicated trial attorney, he specializes in cases involving corporate negligence, leveraging his expertise to secure justice for victims of catastrophic accidents and medical malpractice.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a car accident in Florida?
Check for injuries, call 911, exchange information with other drivers, document the scene with photos, seek medical attention, and contact an attorney to protect your rights.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Florida?
You generally have two years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit under Florida's statute of limitations.
Can I recover damages if I was partially at fault?
Yes, under Florida's modified comparative negligence rule, you can recover damages if less than 50% at fault, with compensation reduced by your fault percentage.
What damages can I recover in a wrongful death case?
Survivors may recover compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, loss of companionship, emotional suffering, and financial support lost due to the death.
How does the firm handle medical malpractice cases?
We collaborate with medical experts to prove negligence, pursuing compensation for victims of surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and prescription mishaps through settlements or trials.
What makes Phillips, Hunt & Walker different from other firms?
We combine board-certified expertise, a track record of landmark verdicts, and 24/7 client-focused representation, prioritizing integrity and personalized attention over corporate interests.
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