Atty. Steven B. Kantrowitz

Atty. Steven B. Kantrowitz

Since he was admitted to practice in 1977, Steve Kantrowitz has been solving clients’ litigation-related concerns. He brings the experience of having evaluated and concluded thousands of cases, and having supervised, personally arbitrated, or tried hundreds of cases.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven B. Kantrowitz at a glance

Steven B. Kantrowitz is an Of Counsel based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Pillinger Miller Tarallo, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, construction, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1977), District of Columbia (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia an (1978), and U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Claims Court, U.S. Court of International Trade and U.S. Court of Appeals for t (1979). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D. George, 1977) and Cornell University (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, New York State, Federal and American (Chairman: Federal Practice Committee, 1984-1986 Arson Project Committee, 1979-1984) Bar Associations District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Since he was admitted to practice in 1977, Steve Kantrowitz has been solving clients’ litigation-related concerns
  • He brings the experience of having evaluated and concluded thousands of cases, and having supervised, personally arbitrated, or tried hundreds of cases
  • He has tried and won cases in federal, state, and bankruptcy court
  • He has handled and won appeals in federal and state court
  • Just as important, he has prevailed in cases for clients through pleadings and motions, saving fees, costs, and time
  • He knows the issues, the rules, and the venues
  • Clients seek out his superb judgment and the ability to get to the heart of an issue
  • He evaluates cases and sees the end of the matter –be it settlement, dispositive motion, or trial
  • That process lessens transactional costs for claims and litigation and provides clients strategies that often go beyond the particular case
  • Steve Kantrowitz has led professionals and managed resources in both private practice and in his Navy career
  • That ability has led to his appointment as regional and national counsel for clients and his promotion to Navy two-star Admiral
  • Marrying his judgment, experience, leadership, and integrity has led to relationships with clients lasting for decades
  • He solves problems and get results, quickly, efficiently, and cost effectively
  • Outside law practice, Steve Kantrowitz currently serves as President of Temple Brith Achim in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
  • He served as non-executive Chairman of the Board of CM Regent Insurance Company until December 2022, and currently serves as Chairman of the CM Group-Subsidiaries Advisory Board
  • Steve entered service in 1974 as an Ensign, U.S
  • Naval Reserve, and retired in 2005 as a Rear Admiral, JAGC, U.S
  • Navy
  • Areas of responsibility included ethics
  • claims
  • litigation
  • administrative law
  • international and operational law
  • and criminal law
  • Also served as: a principal in investigations of critical significance, involving far-reaching impact on foreign relations, deaths, and damages involving hundreds of millions of dollars
  • spokesman and lead in national and international crisis-media matters
  • and an expert in budgetary program planning
  • He led more than 750 judge advocates and legalmen
  • Steve served as acting Judge Advocate General, representing the Navy at various national and international forums, and provided counsel and leadership on key legal and managerial issues to the Secretary of the Navy and Chief of Naval Operations

Practice Areas Explained

Steven B. Kantrowitz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven B. Kantrowitz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Steven B. Kantrowitz is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

Steven B. Kantrowitz is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven B. Kantrowitz

Where is Steven B. Kantrowitz's law office located?
Steven B. Kantrowitz's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Pillinger Miller Tarallo, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven B. Kantrowitz handle?
Steven B. Kantrowitz focuses on personal injury, employment, business, construction, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Steven B. Kantrowitz practiced law?
Steven B. Kantrowitz has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Steven B. Kantrowitz go to law school?
Steven B. Kantrowitz earned their education at (J.D. George, 1977); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact Steven B. Kantrowitz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven B. Kantrowitz received?
Steven B. Kantrowitz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. George
Villanova University School of Law
- 1977
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia an
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Claims Court, U.S. Court of International Trade and U.S. Court of Appeals for t
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
New York
Admitted: 1984
Ohio
Admitted: 1992

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