Attorneys of Phillips Garcia Law

In their over 25 years of practice, our civil litigation and estate planning lawyers, located in the New Bedford/Dartmouth area, have accumulated a wealth of experiences, contributed to their professions, and given back to the community in numerous ways. Specializing in estate planning, class actions and wage and hour law (such as overtime violations, unpaid travel time, withholding tips disguised as service/admin/house fees, independent contractors and other employee's rights violations), they have represented workers, consumers and families all over Massachusetts. Read about their accomplishments in their personal profiles.

Our Results

$825,000 settlement for the “buyout” by the city of three residential homes that suffered environmental contamination.

$6,000,000 settlement value to create handicapped accessibility in 8 Bristol County courthouses and registries of deeds

$715,000 class action settlement to servers for unpaid tips and service fees

Over $30 million in combined Silent PPO class action settlements against auto insurers for discounting of auto insurance PIP and Med Pay claims

Confidential settlement and job reinstatement for female victim of long-term gender discrimination

$120,000 settlement in a discrimination lawsuit for wrongful termination based on a physical disability

$4 million settlement for estate of bicyclist struck and killed by tractor trailer truck

Confidential group settlement for 15 home health aids who were not paid travel time between patient appointments

$401,000 class action settlement for patients who had been overcharged for their breast cancer treatment medication by their prescription drug benefits management company and insurer

$86,000 settlement awarded to 3 employees who were victims of sexual harassment by their boss

Our Clients Say It Best

Carlin is exceptional on being able to take apart a situation and put it into perspective as well as tearing it up from a rational sort of argumentative standpoint. These individuals are clear thinking. They are motivated and basically know how to think very linearly. Jeffrey G. Swift, D.C., D.A.B.C.N. Mattapoisett Chiropractic

"It was a pleasure to have this law office represent me. They ensured the best possible outcome on my behalf. Thank you for being so professional, informative and well organized, even during this pandemic." Home Health Aide Client

"They are not afraid of large insurance companies. They are brave in the ways they approach class actions and are willing to take on all comers..." V. Malgeri, Esq.

"My friends and family have already heard what a great guy and good lawyer you are, and believe me, your name will be spread far and wide. I can't thank you enough! Lawyers often get a bum rap, and people need to know that there are lawyers that are not only excellent but "good men" too, men with moral fiber and character..." L.A

"I sleep better at night." Bryan Mailloux, SouthCoast Carpet One

"My experience with [this] law firm was exceptional and [I] would definitely recommend." Home Health Aide Client

"I cannot tell you how thankful I am for your kind gesture and time." Anonymous

"The check arrived today! Yep it did, and we couldn’t be happier. We are so very grateful that this ordeal is finally over..." Mr. & Mrs. Arizona

"I wanted to make sure I thanked you both for a job well done. I look forward to working with you both in the future." Douglas C. Dufault, Jr., Esq.

"I can’t thank you enough, because without you I wouldn’t be where I am and I wouldn't be settled for the rest of my life… and because of you, I am." Personal Injury Client