When experience matters most. San Diego attorney Elliott Kanter has served criminal defense and personal injury clients in San Diego for 40 years.
Elliott’s drive comes from a desire to help others. He started litigating early in his career and liked it so much he has dedicated his practice to criminal defense and personal injury. Elliott has many strengths as an attorney and credits his willingness to communicate with the other side of the argument as one of his greatest.
Throughout his career, Elliott has tried more than 150 cases in front of a jury. He knows what works in the courtroom, and he has a track record to prove it. For criminal defense clients, Elliott's experience provides confidence that they are in capable hands. Similarly, personal injury victims can rest assured that a skilled advocate is working to maximize their financial recovery - not a quick settlement.
If you have been charged with a crime or injured by another person's negligence, get the experienced legal representation you need. Contact our law firm today to schedule a consultation with Elliott to discuss the specific facts of your case.
Practice areas
Truck, Autp, bicycle, pedestrian, bus. Do you know what to say to the insurance adjuster? Most importantly, what not to say. Representing injured victims for their injuries and the families when a life is lost. Did you know that there often is more insurance available than what the person who caused the accident has? I am well experienced in finding all of the insurance available.
42 years
30 years of representing people accused of crimes ranging from DUI (including multiple times and Felonies), reckless driving, petty, grand theft, Drug offenses, including possession, sales, transporting, embezzlement, all sex offenses including molestation, rape, child pornography, computer crimes, assault and battery, domestic violence.
42 years
Birth injuries are often cause by Medical Malpractice. Doctors, nurses, hospitals. Getting the right care for you child is the most important function of an attorney. Then establishing the value of all the care for your child establishes a framework to resolve your case.
42 years
Representing people with mild to serious brain injuries as a result of accidents, nursing home negligence and/or medical malpractice
42 years
Accused of computer fraud, or child pornography? There are defenses..
42 years
Kanter Elliott N Attorney At Law A.P.C.
2445 5th Ave
San Diego, CA, 92101
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1980 | 02/07/2022 |
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2022 |
Top Lawyer | San Diego Magazine | 2019 |
Top Lawyer | San Diego Magazine | 2018 |
Top Lawyer | San Diego Magazine | 2017 |
Top Lawyer | San Diego Magazine | 2016 |
Top Lawyer | San Diego Magazine | 2014 |
Top Lawyer | San Diego Magazine | 2013 |
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Consumer Attorneys of San Diego | N/A | |
Consumer Attorneys of California | N/A | |
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys | N/A | |
San Diego County Bar Association | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Thomas Jefferson School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1980 |
Univ of Pittsburgh | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1974 |
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Steven Holland, Car accident Attorney on Mar 27, 2018
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. Elliott Kanter takes the time to understand every client’s situation and to represent fully and diligently every client’s best interests.
Sammer Zakhour, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 12, 2014
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I worked for Elliott as an intern and later as an associate attorney. His firm provides top-notch representation to all of its clients. Elliott is very knowledgeable within the practice areas of personal injury and criminal defense. I endorse and highly recommend Mr. Kanter to any potential client.
Steven Holland, Car accident Attorney on Mar 27, 2018
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. Elliott Kanter takes the time to understand every client’s situation and to represent fully and diligently every client’s best interests.
Sammer Zakhour, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 12, 2014
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I worked for Elliott as an intern and later as an associate attorney. His firm provides top-notch representation to all of its clients. Elliott is very knowledgeable within the practice areas of personal injury and criminal defense. I endorse and highly recommend Mr. Kanter to any potential client.
James Dicks, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
This attorney works very hard for the client and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney.
Peter Cameron, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 15, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Mr. Kanter on criminal matters and his experience and performance in court amaze me. This is a lawyer you want on your side!