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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
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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 Mike | June 05, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Great attention to detail and positive attitude.
Steve worked with me to have my case withdrawn. He understood that a conviction would have destroyed my personal and professional life. He was very empathetic and responsive. His familiarity with the system and the dynamics of the people was invaluable. I HIGHLY recommend him for any difficult DUI...
Posted by Joseph | April 26, 2013 | DUI & DWI
knowledgeable attorney
Mr Kellis had my dui dismissed . I have a Pa class A commercial drivers license and my job depended on me keeping this license and Mr Kellis had it thrown out in court. In my dui i was involved in an auto accident with a police vehicle and thought my chances of winning were slim but Mr kellis with hi...
Posted by Brian | April 26, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Couldn't be happier with the outcome of the case
I had a DUI that was over 8 years old and had a bench warrant issued in my name. In addition to the DUI charge I was charged with evading the police, leaving the scene of an accident and criminal mischief. Steven clearly laid out the potential consequences while also identify the path forward. I w...
Posted by Daniel | March 29, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Steven Kellis Review
Mr. Kellis is an incredibly talented attorney. My case turned out to be more complicated than we anticipated. He never gave up on me and to say that he went the extra mile would be an understatement. Despite the amount of time involved, he never asked for more money which would have been justified. ...
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Extremely pleased with the outcome of my case!
I was very happy with the service I received and the outcome of my case with Mr. Kellis as my attorney. I was arrested for DUI for the 2nd time in July 2012 with a tier 3 blood alcohol level. My first arrest was 16 years ago. Because of the first arrest I was unable to get into the ARD program and...
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