Phillip S. Sykes

4.5 (30 reviews )

Ridgeland Mississippi United States

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants Bet-the-Company Litigation Commercial Litigation +8 more

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2009

601-948-5711 Website

About Phillip

Phillip S. Sykes: Experienced Attorney in Personal Injury Litigation and Beyond in Jackson, MS

Phillip S. Sykes is a seasoned attorney with over two decades of experience in defending clients. Based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, he specializes in personal injury litigation on behalf of defendants, as well as handling complex cases like Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Governance Law, and more.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Corporate Governance Law
Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
Litigation - Real Estate
Litigation - Securities
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants

Education & Credentials

Firms: Butler Snow LLP
Affiliations: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2009
Awards:
- Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Jackson, MS (2026)
- Lawyer of the Year: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Jackson, MS (2025)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Securities, Jackson, MS (2025)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Real Estate, Jackson, MS (2024)
- Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Governance Law, Jackson, MS (2023)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Securities, Jackson, MS (2022)
- Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Governance Law, Jackson, MS (2021)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Real Estate, Jackson, MS (2019)
- Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Governance Law, Jackson, MS (2018)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Securities, Jackson, MS (2017)
- Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Governance Law, Jackson, MS (2016)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Real Estate, Jackson, MS (2015)
- Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Land Use and Zoning, Jackson, MS (2013)

Universities

University of Mississippi
Mississippi State University

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Major: Political Science
J.D., Juris Doctorate from the University of Mississippi School of Law, Class of 1998

Bar Admissions

Mississippi State Bar Association (MBA)

Languages

English

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Bet-the-Company Litigation

Commercial Litigation

Corporate Governance Law

Litigation - Land Use and Zoning

Litigation - Real Estate

Litigation - Securities

Litigation and Controversy - Tax

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants

Education

University of Mississippi

Mississippi State University

Professional Affiliations

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.5 / 5

30 Reviews

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Bruce Hettinger

Jan 30, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at Phillip S. Sykes's firm

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to Phillip S. Sykes and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it without their...

Clark White

Jan 30, 2026

The absolute best in Ridgeland for Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants law - and I mean that from the bottom of my heart

Honestly, I can't thank Phillip S. Sykes enough for everything they've done for me. They really know their stuff when it comes to Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants law and it shows in the result...

Clayton Heller

Jan 30, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at Phillip S. Sykes's legal practice

I appreciate how Phillip S. Sykes handled my case. No fluff, just straight to the point and very effective representation for my Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants law matter. They are obviously...

Evelyn Feest

Jan 30, 2026

Absolutely Great! I couldn't be happier with the service from Phillip S. Sykes

Super helpful and professional staff at Phillip S. Sykes's office. Thanks again for everything you did for me! It was a long journey, but you made it much easier with your constant support and legal e...

Brad Welch

Jan 30, 2026

So glad I called Phillip S. Sykes to handle my Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants law case in Ridgeland

Phillip S. Sykes has been doing this since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2009, and it definitely shows in their work. They're pros through and through and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my legal...