Reviews

Phil Newman was recommend to me by a colleague at work; in my colleague’s divorce case, Phil was opposing counsel representing my colleague’s spouse – if this is not the highest recommendation a lawyer can receive, I don’t know what is. In my divorce case I was previously represented and that lawyer was incapable of moving my case forward, I was simple at the mercy of my ex-wife and stuck in contested-divorce hell with no end in sight. The primary reason I sought out Phil was to get my case unstuck and minimize as much as possible the expense, time, and agony to resolve my case. With his expertise and the help of the PN+M firm, they did exactly that and I am extremely grateful to him and his firm that all affected parties, especially the most precious to me, my son, can get on with their lives. Many times Phil did not tell me what I wanted to hear, instead based on his expertise with the Williamson County legal establishment and his years of experience, he told me what I needed to hear so I could make the most informed decisions in my case. Having a couple children himself that are around my son’s age, Phil was a great advocate for father-son relationships and did a great job to ensure I could spend as much time with my son as possible, both during the case and after. Even though my case is long over, he genuinely cares about my son’s wellbeing and asks how he’s doing. Phil and his firm do a great job at keeping the entire case in perspective, including the opposing side and respective counsel. That perspective is key as you struggle with all the conflict and bad-blood that develops in a contested divorce and many times blinds you of seeing the complete picture. As a result, even though nobody “wins” in a divorce case, Phil and the PN+M team perform a great service by fairly keeping both sides of the case in focus and treating everyone with dignity and respect. Phil and the PN+M team are not the least expensive firm in Middle Tennessee, but if it was not for them, I know for a fact I would still be stuck in contested-divorce hell costing me enormously more in the long run, both financially and emotionally, let alone the continued undue stress on my son. To end my nightmare – priceless :-)

Professional, knowledgeable, understanding and kind are just a few of the words I would use to describe Phil Newman and Alisha Warner. When I found myself in the midst of divorce proceedings I never saw coming, Phil and Alisha’s counsel and guidance throughout the process were invaluable. Phil devised a strategy to secure a very favorable and expeditious resolution to my financial and parenting issues with as little rancor as possible, understanding from the start what was best for me and my children. He was a calming influence when the emotions of the situation threatened to derail the process. Alisha expertly answered every question I asked of her, making certain that my concerns were fully addressed in the marital and parenting agreements. I recommend Phil Newman to anyone seeking counsel in a separation or divorce situation.

After realizing that my marriage was in trouble, I contacted my friend who is a Davidson County Judge for a referral. He told me to call Phil Newman. Divorce is a very emotional experience. Julie and Phil are a yin and yang of a divorce team. Julie was always available to answer my many questions and Phil was a force to reckon with at mediation ! Great team !!!

I’ve been a client of Phil Newman since 2003; he calls me a repeat-offender because I’ve used him and his office several times over the past 14 years. When I experienced divorce for the first time, I didn’t know who to turn to. I was intimidated by attorneys and was devastated by the situation. I happened to find Phil in the Yellow Pages (of all places) and, after our first meeting, immediately knew I could trust him to do a good job. He was confident, determined, direct and fiercely protective of my rights, and made sure that my son and I were taken care of in the end. At times, when I let my emotions take over, Phil even brought me back to reality and kept us on track. Thanks to Phil, a sad and scary situation was made much easier. I knew nothing about the process, but Phil left no stone unturned and walked me through the entire ordeal with compassion. Three years later, I was in a terrible automobile accident and, knowing my medical bills were going to be high, I immediately turned to Phil for his help. Once again, he worked tirelessly for several months to insure I was taken care of in the end. Thanks to Phil, we were able to settle the case in mediation and avoided a court trial. Unfortunately, I faced a second divorce recently and, once again, turned to Phil for his assistance. He knew exactly what was needed and didn’t back down from helping me through every step of the process. I can’t say enough about Phil. We've worked together for so long, I consider him a friend. I refer him at every opportunity I get, and am grateful to have stumbled upon his office years ago. You won’t find a more knowledgeable, down-to-earth, direct and savvy attorney. He is well-respected and represents his clients with great integrity and professionalism.

What I needed was a legal counsel to work with me through the divorce process, provide critical guidance, sound legal advice, and have a proven track record of expertise and results. Phil Newman provided that and more. He developed a strategic approach to the situation and evidenced proactive tactical sense engaging other attorneys. There were a myriad of details that he and his team tracked throughout and brought together at the right moments. These details, had Phil not seen to them, would have been very painful if not addressed before and during the mediation. The reason great coaches are highly sought after is they achieve results. Phil Newman provided the needed counsel in every situation leading up to the mediation and delivered results during the heat of the negotiation. To say I was impressed would be an understatement. If you need the best legal counsel and sound advice, and sometimes it’s advice you don’t want to hear but need to, then Phil Newman and the PN+M Law team deliver. It is important to note that I started the process with another attorney. A friend recommend Phil Newman, and what a difference it made switching to the PN+M team. Thank you for the work you and you team performed and for the support throughout!

Phil Newman is highly respected in the legal community and his reputation is well deserved. A divorce can be a sad and difficult time in the life of a family and I appreciated Phil's ability to fight for my rights and interests while not being unnecessarily adversarial. He always understood both my emotional concerns and my legal concerns. I felt that the outcome of my case was best for me and my children, and in the long term interests of my family. I highly recommend Phil to anyone who is thinking about retaining an attorney.

Phil handled my divorce case with compassion, integrity and thoroughness that was required. He communicated fairly and direct with me and was aggressive in negotiations where called for. I was always kept in the loop as to where we were and what are the next steps. The outcome of my case was exactly what I had hoped for.

Going through a divorce is difficult no matter where you are in life. It is critical from the outset to have the best legal counsel possible to help you understand your options, manage your expectations, and, most importantly, protect your rights as a parent. Phil Newman did an excellent job in all of those areas. With the assistance of his capable associate, Abigail Ruiz, Phil made sure that we were well prepared and positioned throughout the divorce process so that when we got to mediation, we could negotiate the best possible financial terms and favorable parenting plan. When the entire process was complete, I was very pleased with the outcome thanks to Phil’s ability to work well with the opposing counsel and the mediator in my case. I would highly recommend Phil and his team to anyone needing domestic legal assistance.