Bradley S Phillips

Obviously a smart judge, but he has a defense background and heavily favors that side. His intelligence poses a bigger problem because he is good at contriving results he is predisposed to reach. 170.6 if you are a plaintiff.

He was incompetent at handling Family Law matters, and I am glad he is no longer in the Family Law Department. He may be a bright Judge, but did not belong in Family Law.

Dangerous. Rules on ex parte requests when he knows nothing about the case and denies them. He is an insane person because he takes chances with children's lives. I have witnessed his carelessness twice. A child who screamed she was being badly abused by a father, Bradley refused to listen to any evidence or the child. It was disturbing. Just today, he denies an ex parte he knows zero about as to whether there is exigency. He frightens me because he is so callous. I was so happy he was moved. I pray he is not back in family law. He is a very dangerous person.

Hon. Phillips is intelligent, sharp, and polite. He knows litigants' pleadings almost better than they do and has a memory like an elephant. He commands respect due to these qualities. I would describe him as evenhanded. However, I find his handling of physical abuse cases troubling, especially when there is clear evidence. It seems he gives fathers the benefit of the doubt to change, sometimes without sufficient justification. I've witnessed fathers shedding crocodile tears on the stand and receiving leniency that jeopardizes the safety of minor children and emboldening the father to abuse more. While I'm not a psychologist, it appears Phillips holds a noble view of men from his own morality, even in their shortcomings. This may lead him to misjudge narcissistic fathers and award custody based on his own perspective rather than merit. Despite this, Phillips does make fair rulings overall. He focuses on the broader family dynamics, issuing orders that bring meaningful change without stating the obvious. He has an excellent wit. In financial matters, he excels. Lastly, he genuinely listens to litigants and shows a sincere interest in their point of view. Hon. Phillips is a gem in a world of halfwitted judges. Probably best to come to his Court with truth. I know that is a high request in the world of litigation.