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

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

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

$1,875,000 jury verdict for lesbian woman harassed and discriminated against at work by male co-workers and unchecked by town officials

$460,000 in arbitration awards for victims of sexual abuse while serving as altar boys.

$5M settlement for client who \was hit by driver under the influence resulting in TBI and coma

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

$10 million settlement in a class action for Discover Card customers whose credit card debt was collected by credit card banks after the debt was discharged in bankruptcy

$100 million settlement in a class action where credit card banks collected on credit card debt that had been discharged in bankruptcy (MDL case handled with co-counsel)

$637,000 combined settlement for two workers sexually harassed by their boss

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

Our Clients Say It Best

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

"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.

"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.

"The experience I had at this attorney's office was wonderful. The attorney and staff are professional, very caring and responsive. I would recommend [to] my friends and family." Home Health Aide Client

"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 have had the both the pleasure and misfortune of having to utilize the services of Carlin Philips of Phillips Garcia Law. I say misfortune as I was dealt a very unfair blow with a former employer but I say pleasure because of my dealings with Carlin who did a fantastic job in not only getting me some compensation but also letting the former employer know that their unfair practices would have harsh consequences if they had to deal with an Attorney such as Carlin who has a vast wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to dealing with all matters of labor disputes. I highly recommend them but hopefully will not need his services in the future." John Richman of Middleboro, MA (Commissioned salesperson)

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

"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’re very unusual because they work for ordinary people. They fight for the little guy..." R.R.

"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