Philip E. Hamilton, Esq.
Partner
Phil handles all forms of civil, commercial, business litigation and real estate law matters at Hamilton Law.
Phil has represented businesses in civil litigation and defense, employment and labor disputes, city regulatory matters, drafting contracts, and collection on accounts and judgments. He has also counseled companies on acquisitions at local, regional, and national levels, consulted with small businesses on various licensing, compliance, and permit issues, and assisted those businesses in the formation of LLC's, corporations, and other business organizational structures working in close contact with accounting professionals.
In addition to this, Phil has defended small and medium-sized businesses in insurance matters, counseled non-profit organizations in tax-exemption applications and appeal processes, and successfully represented business clients before the USPTO in trademark applications.
Phil earned a Juris Doctor degree in 2005 from Case Western Reserve University School of Law. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan and an International Law Certificate from the University of Amsterdam.
Born and raised in Detroit, Phil is married with two children. He enjoys fishing, barbequing, and watching U of M football and the Detroit Lions.
Education
- Juris Doctorate, Case Western Reserve University School of Law, 2005
- International Law Certificate, University of Amsterdam, 2004
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Michigan, 2000
Bar and Court Admissions
- Michigan
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
- U.S. District Courts
Bar & Industry Memberships
- American Bar Association (ABA) – Member
- Federal Bar Association (FBA), Western District of Michigan – Member
- Institute of Continuing Legal Education – Partner
- Kalamazoo Community Foundation – Professional Advisor
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Kalamazoo County Bar Association – Member & Director, Board of Directors*
Michigan Business Brokers Association - National African American Gun Rights Association – Member
- National Association for the Advancement of Colored People – Member & Director, Legal Redress Committee*
- Pratt Bar Association (PBA) – Secretary*
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State Bar of Michigan – Member
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Law Section – Member
- Business Law Section – Member
- Cannabis Law Section – Member
- Labor & Employment Law Section – Member
- Litigation Law Section – Member
- Real Property Law Section – Member
- Solo & Small Firm Section – MemberThe National Black Lawyers Top 100
Recent Blog Posts
Will The NAR Settlement Change The Way You Buy & Sell Real Property?
Contract Check-Up: Ensuring a Strong Business Partnership
Navigating Regulatory Seas: FinCEN Changes for Michigan Business Owners
Real Estate Law: The Due Diligence Period, & Navigating Potential Challenges
Legal Issues Doctors Should Be Aware Of In Their Physician Employment Contracts
Recommendations
- I can't thank you Hamilton Law enough for the peace of mind you all have given me and my family! Thanks
- I reached out to Phillip Hamilton regarding an employment issue. He listens and shares his experience and knowledge of the law with his clients. He took a very thoughtful approach to my case and guided me through a stressful situation and helped resolve it well beyond my expectations. I would hig...
- I had a wonderful experience with Philip and will definitely use his services in the future! I have already recommended him to 2 other business owners in a week!
- and cares about the community
- Thank you for your service, and a special thank you to Phil for his professional and compassionate advice. I am in a much better space and greater peace. I have recommended your law firm to many and will continue to make use of your services as needed.