Former DUI Prosecutor, 24 years experience, specializing exclusively in DUI Defense. 877-420-8772
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A graduate of Villanova Law School and Bucknell University, I have over 19 years of jury trial experience. I served for five years as a Senior Assistant District Attorney and DUI Prosecutor. More importantly, I have handled more than 100 DUI trials and over 1,000 evidentiary hearings. Our practice is strictly limited to PA DUI Defense throughout the state of Pennsylvania. Please contact Mr. Kellis immediately for a Free Initial Consultation and review our website at www.kellislaw.com
30 years, 3,000 cases
Languages spoken
Greek, English
Law Offices of Steven E. Kellis
Two Penn Center Plaza, Suite 900
1500 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA, 19102
Two Penn Ctr Plz
1500 Jfk Blvd # 900
Philadelphia, PA, 19102
1500 Jfk Boulevard
Suite 900
Philadelphia, PA, 19102
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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DC | Inactive | 2000 | 10/14/2017 |
PA | Active | 1992 | 01/02/2021 |
GA | Inactive Member in Good Standing | 1992 | 12/21/2020 |
Legal answers | 6 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2014 |
Top 100 | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2014 |
Top 100 DUI Lawyers in Pennsylvania | Nation Federation of DUI Lawyers Association | 2014 |
Deligate | National College for DUI Defense | 2008 |
National Certification in Field Sobriety Testing | Walden & Platt | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Law Offices of Steven E. Kellis, PC | 2001 - Present |
Senior Assistant District Attorney | District Attorney's Office | 1997 - 2001 |
Legal Intern | Philadelphia District Attorney's Office | 1987 - 1987 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Philadelphia Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2004 - Present |
National College of DUI Defense | State Delegate | 2002 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2002 - Present |
Association of Trial Lawyers of America | Member | 1992 - Present |
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State Bar of Georgia | Member | 1992 - Present |
National District Attorneys Association | Member | 1996 - 2001 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Villanova Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1991 |
Bucknell University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1987 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Advanced Trial Tactics | Trial Tactics Advanced | 2012 |
Live CLE/Trial Tactics | Trial Tactics | 2011 |
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Gregory Willis, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Steve is an excellent trial lawyer with tons of experience in DUI. His trial skills and motion skills are effective at getting great results for his clients.
Kevin Fisher, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steven is an amazing attorney. His knowledge of DUI law is endless. He knows his way around the courtroom and will fight to the end to get the best possible outcome for his client. I highly recommend Steven. He is truly a good person and a great attorney.
Renee Mielnicki, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 18, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Senoyuit, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.I have known Steven for many years. He is by far one of the best DUI lawyers in the State. He works very hard and always gets the best results for his clients.
Aaron Harper, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
He is outstanding DWI lawyer that knows how to aggressively defend DWI cases. He is an asset to the legal community.
Timothy Vanderweert, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steven is an excellent DUI attorney. I recommend him highly.
David McKenzie, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steven is well known and highly regarded amongst his peers and the Courts. He is top of his field and works hard for his clients. Even though a competitor, I highly recommend Mike.
Stanley Cheiken, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steve is the "go to" attorney for DUI cases.
Gabriel Levin, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Marko Burgar, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 21, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the pleasure of working both alongside and opposite Steve over the many years I have known him. He is a zealous advocate and extremely knowledgeable in DUI law.
Paul Lang, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 1, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Not only is Steve one of my favorite attorneys to talk with in court, but he is a fountain of knowledge and expertise. He has provided advice and consultation to me over the years and has helped me grow as an attorney. I highly endorse and recommend him!
Phillip Kimbrell, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 6, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Steve since he was first admitted to practice law and have had the pleasure of watching him for many years now. He is knowledgable attorney who is well versed in the law and skilled in its application in the courtroom. I highly endorse Steve and would recommend him to those seeking guidance in a DUI/DWI case without hesitation. P. Darrell Kimbrell
H. Fogle, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 30, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Steve is a highly ethical, hard working attorney. I have worked with him on a number of cases and I can attest that he is an attorney that will definitely "go to bat" for his clients. I strongly endorse Steve.
Christian Lassen, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 19, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Excellent lawyer.
Michael LaScala, DUI and DWI Attorney on May 3, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Steve Kellis is a passionate DUI defense lawyer. I have referred him several cases in Bucks County and each client called me personally to thank me for giving them Steve's name. He is a fighter and will defend a case with ingenuity and zeal. Steve is someone that I greatly respect and always appreciate all that he does.
Julie Kert, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 13, 2008
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I readily endorse Steven Kellis as an attorney. I am an attorney who has handled cases with Steven and against Steven. Steven is an attorney who gets results. He is a skilled negotiator and trial attorney. I watched Steve try cases early in my career and to this day I use things in my trials that I learned watching Steve try cases. Steve is never afraid to take a case to trial when he can't negotiate what a client needs, regardless of how grim a case might seem. I have seen Steve win cases at trial that looked hopeless.