Brian Phelps
Partner
In Brief
Manages high-stakes cases involving consumer protection laws, mass torts, and other complex disputes on behalf of states, schools, local governments and individuals
Co-led multi-year litigation against Instagram, deposing multiple executives and presenting several key witnesses to the jury in six-week trial
Previously served as a Senior Assistant Attorney General enforcing state consumer protection laws
Phone Number: 816.701.1100
Email: bphelps@wcllp.com
1618 W. Pierce
Chicago, IL 60622
Overview
Brian’s practice involves helping to lead some of the most consequential consumer protection and mass tort actions in the country. As a Senior Assistant Attorney General, Brian co-led Tennessee’s social media work and trial against Instagram, which culminated in a $17+ billion settlement. Brian also gained experience litigating major cases at two global law firms across a diverse range of industries. Brian studied at the University of Wisconsin and Harvard Law School, where he won the Ames Moot Court competition. He lives in Chicago with his wife and dog.
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Prior Work
- Tennessee Office of the Attorney General
- Reed Smith, LLP
- Sidley Austin, LLP
Education
University of Wisconsin, Madison - B.A., 2011
Harvard Law School - J.D., 2016
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