On December 15, 2022, the Tennessee Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection (Lawyers’ Fund) paid a claim filed against Judson Wheeler Phillips, in the amount of $2,277.15.
Lawyers’ Fund, funded by Tennessee lawyers and judges, was established by the Tennessee Supreme Court to reimburse individuals for losses caused by the rare instances of dishonest conduct by attorneys. Lawyers’ Fund operates under the authority of a Board appointed by the Supreme Court, consisting of six lawyers and three non-attorney members, who serve without compensation. The Board considers and pays claims pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 25.
Mr. Phillips is required to reimburse Lawyers’ Fund for the amount paid to any claimant pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 25 Section 16 and/or the Order of Enforcement entered by the Supreme Court of Tennessee.
