Hagar and Phillips - Legal Accessibility for Hispanic Community

Legal Accessibility for Hispanic Community

December 17, 2024

Lebanon, Tenn. (December 17, 2024) – Hagar & Phillips, a highly regarded Lebanon-based law firm dedicated to serving Wilson County communities, proudly announces the addition of Claudia Rojas as their new Administrative Assistant. Rojas brings exceptional bilingual capabilities and a strong focus on community engagement, furthering the firm’s mission to provide inclusive legal services to the growing Hispanic population in the area.

With a robust background in administrative support and a passion for helping others, Rojas will play a central role in improving the firm’s operations. Her bilingual Spanish and English expertise is seen as a vital step toward breaking down language barriers, ensuring that the Hispanic residents of Lebanon can access Hagar & Phillips’ full range of legal services, including family law, civil law, criminal defense, personal injury, contract law, business law, DUI, mediation, and healthcare law defense.

“We are delighted to welcome Claudia to our team,” said Eric Phillips, Member at Hagar & Phillips. “Her ability to connect with the Hispanic community perfectly aligns with our commitment to providing accessible legal services for all. This marks an exciting milestone as we continue to expand our outreach and enhance our ability to meet the needs of Lebanon’s diverse population.”

Rojas’ hire underscores the firm’s focus on community engagement, establishing Hagar & Phillips as a dependable resource for addressing Lebanon’s increasingly diverse legal landscape. Through translation services, improved client coordination, and enhanced communication, Rojas’ involvement will foster stronger connections with clients and ensure personalized support throughout their legal journeys.

Community Benefits of Expanded Services

Bilingual Legal Support: Spanish-speaking clients can now fully engage with the firm, eliminating language barriers and creating deeper trust between clients and attorneys.
Personalized Client Experience: Rojas will assist in scheduling appointments, coordinating cases, and bridging communication gaps, ensuring every client feels understood and valued.
Strengthening Community Presence: Hagar & Phillips is committed to collaborating with local organizations and expanding partnerships to support the unique legal needs of Hispanic residents.

“Our firm has always stood for inclusivity and excellence,” said Phillips. “Claudia’s addition marks a natural progression in our efforts to reflect the makeup of our community. We’re proud to offer a welcoming space where clients from all backgrounds can feel confident seeking support for their legal matters.”

Hagar & Phillips Hispanic services are now readily accessible in Lebanon, Tennessee, and the counties of Wilson, Smith, Rutherford, Sumner, Trousdale, Macon, DeKalb, and Cannon. The firm invites you to explore all areas of practice at www.hplawtn.com.

About Hagar & Phillips, Attorneys at Law, PLLC

Hagar & Phillips, Attorneys at Law, PLLC (H&P) is a law firm with many years of experience serving the city of Lebanon and surrounding counties. The H&P Team focuses on exceeding clients’ expectations. Practice areas include Family Law, Criminal Defense, Healthcare Law, DUI, Divorce, Mediation, and Civil Litigation. Local Lawyers, Big Results. ‍

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