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Laura Duncan Phillips

Phillips Froetschel | Phillips Froetschel LLC • Pittsburgh, PA
Personal InjuryMedical Malpractice

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Contact

Email
Phone
(412) 968-8654
Address
310 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, US

Professional

About

Laura Duncan Phillips is a distinguished attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA, specializing in medical malpractice and personal injury law. With years of experience advocating for clients throughout Pennsylvania, Laura is committed to representing individuals who have suffered serious injuries or lost loved ones due to medical negligence. Her extensive expertise encompasses all stages of litigation, from initial consultations to trials and appeals. Laura’s practice areas include a wide array of medical malpractice cases, such as birth injuries, diagnostic failures, surgical errors, and delayed treatment of critical conditions like strokes and blood clots. Additionally, she handles personal injury claims arising from car accidents, trucking incidents, and defective products, ensuring that her clients receive the justice and compensation they deserve. Recognized for her exceptional legal ability and ethics, Laura holds the prestigious "AV Preeminent" rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest honor achievable in the legal profession. She is an esteemed member of the Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County and the Academy of Trial Lawyers of Southwestern Pennsylvania, reflecting her significant trial experience. Laura has earned accolades as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania by Super Lawyers for several consecutive years (2022, 2024), and has been recognized among the Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh and the Top 50 Women Lawyers in Pennsylvania from 2019 to 2024. With a proven track record in medical malpractice law, Laura Duncan Phillips stands as a dedicated advocate for those seeking justice.

About Personal Injury Law

Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.

Credentials

Education
2004 Georgetown University Law Center Juris Doctor 2001 Georgetown University Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service
Languages
English | Spanish

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2024 Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers 2024 Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers 2023 Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers 2023 Top 50 Women Super Lawyers in Pennsylvania, Super Lawyers 2022 Top 50 Lawyers in Pittsburgh, Super Lawyers
Publications
2008 PA Justice News My First Trial(s)
Associations
2016 - Present Academy of Trial Lawyers of Southwestern Pennsylvania 2015 - Present Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County 2009 - Present American Association for Justice Board of Governors, New Lawyers Division 2009 - Present Washington County Health Partners Board of Directors 2008 - Present Pennsylvania Association for Justice Board of Governors
Speaking
2014 Opening Statements: The Lawyer as Storyteller Trial Presentation 2013 CLE Program How to Conduct an Effective Direct and Cross-Examination 2009 Winter Bench-Bar Using Technology to Make Your Case 2009 Maximizing your Client's Recovery In Challenging Times The Importance of a Life Care Plan 2008 Winter Bench-Bar Lawyer Advertising: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
Updated: Mar 25, 2026