Steven B. DeCillis

Steven B. DeCillis

also known as DeCillis Law Firm, PLLC

4.4
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 31 years

Child custody Lawyer at Charlotte, NC
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Litigation ... +2 more

3440 Toringdon Way Suite 205, Charlotte, NC

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013
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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 31 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1994

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013

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DeCillis Law Firm

3440 Toringdon Way Suite 205, Charlotte, NC, 28277

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Steven B. DeCillis's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Case Results

Posted by JOHNNY | March 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

SCREWED ME OVER

STEVEN DeCILLIS REALLY COST MY A LOT OF HEARTACHE HE COST ME NOT EARNING CUSTODY OF MY SON DO YOU HOMEWORK ON MR. DeCILLIS MAKE SURE YOU DO YOUR RESEARCH ON THIS INDIVIDUAL BEFORE HIRING HIM I HAD TO FIRE HIM BECAUSE OF HIS INCOMPETENCE

Posted by Antonio | September 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Confident and Knowledgeable

First of all, Steve made me feel like a client and a friend which made me even more confident in his work. This was my second time relying on Steve for child custody concerns. He has a way of lining up events in a sequence to produce the best case. There are really no winners or losers in a child cus...tody case just the best place for the child to reside. I have to say that I was worried until I talked to Steve but I know him as a professional and I trust him. He gets positive results, Thank you so much sir.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody

Nothing is more heartbreaking than wanting to be involved in your child's life, yet you are forced to stay away due to control and manipulation of the other co-parent. We searched for an attorney for months, completed several consultations, and began to feel overwhelmed and hopeless. At one point, we... were ready to just accept, we may not see our son until he became old enough to seek a relationship on his own. It was by the grace of God, we discovered Attorney DeCilliis. From day one he was very pleasant, welcoming, and explained how the process would work from start to finish. His retainer fee and hourly rates were extremely affordable and he offers several payment options to help us average working folks. Once we retained Mr. DeCillis, he jumped on our case immediately. His communication was phenomenal. He always was sure to respond and provide follow up. We had difficulty serving the co-parent, Mr. DeCillis was knowledgeable of options and stayed on top of making sure they were served. He prepared us for court by hosting prep meetings. The day of court, we met to prepare and it was show time. We see why he is known as "The Bat", he can appear to have a quiet demeanor but he is nothing to play with. He is an expert at what he does. We won 50/50 shared custody with additional decision making for our son. Now that court is over, Mr. DeCillis is still communicating with us daily for support. He has agreed to continue to support us through this journey. Mr. DeCillis is truly heaven sent and we are grateful for his support. We are so glad he is our attorney.

Posted by Sally | May 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Job/Great Experience

We hired Steve to do a legal job, and he went way above and beyond what was expected. He helped us recoup what was lost, and he stayed on top of the situation- communicating with us constantly. He is truthful, honest, and a great lawyer! You really can’t go wrong with S. DeCillis.

Posted by Laquasha king | April 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

A living Angel on earth!

Steve is literally a blessing!!! Very helpful and understanding! I met Steve and told him my situation and immediately he went to work! My daughter was snatched and taken away from me by her father and for 2 weeks I hadn’t heard or seen my baby girl and he had skipped town with her and went missing ...in a different state! Steve had my baby back to me with in 48 hours and I was granted full custody of my baby and no visitation rights for the father ! Now if that’s not good work then I don’t kno wat is ! Thank you Steve I owe u my life! And the kicker is he’s even affordable! Best of both worlds, a great lawyer and affordable price!!! He won’t let you down!

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Steven B. DeCillis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ann Banzet

General practice lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Steve since our years as students at UNC School of Law. I had the pleasure of working with Steve when I first began practicing law when he was an Assistant District Attorney. In all my dealings with Steve, he exhibited the utmost professionalism. He treated me with respect, which can not be said for all opposing counsel. Now that he is in private practice, I would not hesitate to refer potential clients to him. He is diligent in his attention to detail and conscientious in his work."

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Mitchell Styers

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a zealous advocate for his clients!"

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Jay Ferguson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Steve is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend him. He is a strong advocate who fights hard for his clients and it is my pleasure to endorse him."

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Michael Jordan

Litigation lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of dealing with Steve on a number of cases and have always found him to be determined, knowledgeable, and professional. He is an excellent advocate, and I am pleased to be able to recommend him to you."

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David Collins

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Decillis is a former prosecutor who knows the system and fights hard for his clients."

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Samuel Coleman

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Collins

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.

Suspension with Part Stayed issued in NC, 2013

updated on 01/22/2018

Partially stayed suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. Some portion of the discipline will be placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Charlotte & Union County Lawyer, DeCillis Law Firm

2002 - 2013

Attorney, DeCillis Law Firm

1995 - 2002

Assistant District Attorney, DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE, 9th Prosecutorial District

1994 - 1995

Assistant District Attorney, DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE, 14th Prosecutorial District

Associations

2015 - Present

F3 Waxhaw-SOBLAnd

PAX

2016 - 2021

Elevation Church

Volunteer

Sample of Legal Cases

JT v. DT

Helped dad gain favorable custody verdict

JL v. DT

Helped mom win favorable outcome in custody case

JH v AW

Sole Custody for Dad

AR vs BF

Mom Wins Custody Case

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Education

1990

University of North Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Rutgers University

BS - Bachelor of Science (Business Management)

Languages

English

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