Law Student Representative: Phillip Lewis
Serving as a 2025-26 NCBA law student representative gives Phillip Lewis the opportunity to connect with his entire law school community, fellow student representatives, attorneys in the Young Lawyers Division and other legal professionals. He looks forward to serving as a resource for the many programs and engagements the NCBA offers.
Before matriculating at High Point University School of Law, Phillip worked as a paralegal and a real estate broker. As a paralegal, he gained multifaceted experience in criminal, traffic, wills and estates, business formation, family and real estate law. His work in real estate inspired him to pursue his broker’s license and begin a career in that field.
This past summer, Phillip had the honor of working with the Bermann & Moore Veterans Law Clinic at the Kahn School of Law. During this experience, he assisted in representing the clinic’s first client, setting up the case management system and drafting a brief.
This experience was especially meaningful to me because my father is a veteran, and growing up I saw firsthand the struggles veterans face when applying for disability. I would like to offer pro bono services in this area of law once I begin practice.
Phillip values involvement in organizations that align with his beliefs and currently serves as secretary of High Point’s chapter of the Republican National Lawyers Association.
Throughout my educational and professional careers, I’ve learned to live by Benjamin Franklin’s quote, ‘Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.’ By staying on top of your work, you can account for the unknown — whether that’s a client emergency, an unforeseen circumstance such as a flat tire or a last-minute project covering for someone else. If you plan ahead, you’ll have the time built in.
When Phillip isn’t studying law, he enjoys reading and spending time with Winnie, his 8-year-old rescue dog.
From the moment a student enters one of North Carolina’s seven law schools, the NCBA is there to provide services and experiences that will enhance and enrich the law school experience. Beyond the books and the bar exam, the value of networking is underscored through active membership in the NCBA Law Student Division — and it’s free. Learn more about opportunities available through the Division.