Brian Phillips
About Brian Phillips
Brian Phillips is a Product Developer at Thomson Reuters, where he leads the development of Quick Check, a feature designed to enhance user experience and generate revenue. He has a background in legal information analysis and holds a Doctor of Law degree from Hamline University School of Law.
Current Role as Product Developer
Brian Phillips currently serves as a Product Developer at Thomson Reuters, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads the development of Quick Check, a feature within Westlaw and Westlaw Edge. His work focuses on enhancing user experience and generating new revenue for the company. Phillips has been instrumental in analyzing and distilling complex legal information to improve product features, contributing to the overall functionality and user satisfaction of Thomson Reuters' offerings.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Prior to his current role, Brian Phillips worked at Thomson Reuters in various capacities. He served as a Reference Attorney from 2015 to 2017, where he provided legal research support. Following this, he held the position of Legal Information Analyst from 2017 to 2019, focusing on the analysis of legal information to inform product development. His cumulative experience at Thomson Reuters spans over five years and has equipped him with a deep understanding of legal products and user needs.
Education and Expertise
Brian Phillips earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from Hamline University School of Law, where he studied Business Law from 2011 to 2014. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, which he completed from 2007 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in legal product development and analysis.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Brian Phillips worked as a Tax Site Specialist at AccountAbility Minnesota for a brief period in 2012. This role involved assisting clients with tax-related inquiries and services. His early career experience contributed to his understanding of legal and financial processes, which he later applied in his roles at Thomson Reuters.