About Mr. Donald R. Philbin

Mr. Donald R — Philbin Jr. practices personal injury law in San Antonio, Texas. He has a diverse legal background that includes family law, business law, consumer law, employment law, and appeals. His experience also covers arbitration and mediation, communications and internet law, and legal malpractice. The firm he is associated with focuses on providing comprehensive legal services tailored to meet the needs of clients in various sectors. Mr. Philbin earned his J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1984.

He later pursued an LL.M. in Dispute Resolution, completing it in 2006. His academic journey began at Trinity University, where he obtained a B.A. in Business Administration in 1980. He also holds an MBA in Business Administration from the University of Texas - San Antonio, which he completed in 1999. This combination of education provides him with a unique perspective on the intersection of law and business. In 2010, he took on the role of President, showcasing his leadership abilities within the legal community. Prior to that, he served as a lawyer-mediator starting in 2006. That develop his skills in conflict resolution.

His work as a mediator has been instrumental in helping parties reach amicable solutions outside of traditional court settings. Most of his cases revolve around personal injury claims, where he advocates for clients seeking compensation for their injuries and losses. Mr. Philbin is actively involved in several professional organizations. He serves as the President of the San Antonio Chapter of the Association of Lawyer-Mediators and holds various leadership positions at Trinity University, including Associates Chair and Board of Visitors member. He is also the Chair-Elect of the ADR Section of the State Bar of Texas and serves as the Technology Chair for the Dispute Resolution Section of the American Bar Association. His commitment to legal education and community service is evident through his involvement with the Rotary Club of San Antonio and Goodwill Industries of San Antonio. His contributions to the legal field have not gone unnoticed. Mr.

Philbin has been recognized for his work in mediation and dispute resolution, earning respect among peers and clients alike. He is a member of the ABA Task Force on Planned Early Dispute Resolution and has held various roles within the Dispute Resolution Section of the ABA, including Negotiation Chair. His multifaceted expertise allows him to approach cases with a well-rounded perspective, ensuring that clients receive informed and effective representation. With a career spanning several decades, Mr. Philbin continues to be a prominent figure in the San Antonio legal community. His dedication to his clients, combined with his extensive knowledge and experience, makes him a valuable asset in the legal field of Texas. He remains committed to fostering positive outcomes for those he represents, whether through litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods.

Education

Pepperdine University School of Law

LL.M. (2007) | Dispute Resolution

2006

University of Texas - San Antonio

MBA (2011) | Business Administration

1999

Pepperdine University School of Law

J.D. (1987) | Law

1984

Trinity University

B.A. (1984) | Business Administration

1980

Experience

President

Picture It Settled, LLC
2010

Lawyer-Mediator

Donald R. Philbin, Jr., P.C.
2006

Accepted Jurisdictions

Texas

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Family Law Business Law Consumer Law Employment Law Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Communications & Internet Law Legal Malpractice

Professional Associations

Association of Lawyer-Mediators

San Antonio Chapter President 2013 - Current

Trinity University

Associates Chair 2009 - Current

Trinity University

Board of Visitors 2004 - Current

Trinity University

Business Advisory Council 1999 - Current

ADR Section of the State Bar of Texas

Chair-Elect 2013 - 2014

Dispute Resolution Section of the ABA

Technology Chair 2013 - 2014

William S. Sessions American Inn of Court

President 2012 - 2013

ABA Task Force on Planned Early Dispute Resolution

has membership 2011 - 2012

Dispute Resolution Section of the ABA

Negotiation Chair 2009 - 2012

Rotary Club of San Antonio

Secretary-Treasurer 2009 - 2010

Goodwill Industries of San Antonio

Advisory Council 2007 - 2010

Leadership San Antonio

2003 - 2004

Office Locations

Main Office

 P.O. Box 12367 San Antonio TX 78212

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