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Former DUI Prosecutor, 24 years experience, specializing exclusively in DUI Defense. 877-420-8772
Former DUI Prosecutor, 24 years experience, specializing exclusively in DUI Defense. 877-420-8772
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
DUI and DWI
100%
35 years | 3,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2022 2017 2015
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Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 33 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Steven E. Kellis
(215) 940-2901
Fax
Two Penn Center Plaza, Suite 900, 1500 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, 19102
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Two Penn Ctr Plz, 1500 Jfk Blvd # 900, Philadelphia, PA, 19102
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Posted by Steve | October 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Never Gave Up
After calling several Lawyers in order to deal with my legal issues I decided to use Mr. Kellis. His approach on the phone was confident and he immediately gave me some relief from my worst fears. My case dragged on for over two years and over that time I felt my attorney explored every avenue to get...
Posted by Anthony | October 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
In kellislaw we trust.
On April 20, 2015 I was arrested for a dui in Philadelphia, which was my second dui in the past seven years. With a BAC of .128 second tier second dui, and a mandatory 30 days in jail, I had to find an experience dui attorney who I trust and is well known, knows the courtroom system and procedures, a...
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Client
I found Mr. Kellis online after doing my own research on different attorneys for my DUI case. I was very skeptical at first not know what I was getting myself into but the moment I talked with Mr. Kellis I felt a sense of relief. After I spoke with him I knew I was in good hands and this man would do...
Posted by Jason | June 05, 2015 | DUI & DWI
You want this guy in your corner!
Steve is a knight in shining armor. He got my DUI dismissed on a technicality in Philadelphia. I am a real person not a paid endorser. He also helped me in another unrelated legal matter. When he walks into the room you feel like you're in good capable hands. He makes you feel like you've got a fight...
Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2015 | DUI & DWI
Well experienced lawyer for sure
No doubt DUI is a scary experience and the day I met Mr. Kellis first he consoled me. From that day onwards he made sure I was confidant and helped me maintain my confidence throughout the case. I think that's important and that's where Mr. Kellis experience shine. He is very responsive, you can ca...
Steven Ernest Kellis's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"He is outstanding DWI lawyer that knows how to aggressively defend DWI cases. He is an asset to the legal community."
"Steven is an excellent DUI attorney. I recommend him highly."
"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."
"Steve is the "go to" attorney for DUI cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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!"
"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"
"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."
"Excellent lawyer."
"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."
"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."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
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
2008
Deligate, National College for DUI Defense
2005
National Certification in Field Sobriety Testing, Walden & Platt
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Partner, Law Offices of Steven E. Kellis, PC
1997 - 2001
Senior Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office
1987 - 1987
Legal Intern, Philadelphia District Attorney's Office
Associations
2004 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2002 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseState Delegate
2002 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1992 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1992 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1996 - 2001
National District Attorneys AssociationMember
Education
1991
Villanova Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Bucknell University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Advanced Trial Tactics
Trial Tactics Advanced
2011
Live CLE/Trial Tactics
Trial Tactics
Languages
Greek
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Turning myself in for a DUI in Philadelphia doing 72 hours can bring clean clothes underwear, or soap or washcloth
07 Aug 2012
Q&A
Could I get probation or house arrest instead of jail time ? Or anything opposed to jail time
03 Aug 2012
Q&A
Is a DUI grounds for losing custody?
28 Mar 2012