Steven J. "Steve" Phillips
About Steven J. Phillips
Steven J. Phillips is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Steven J. Phillips is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New York, New York
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Phillips & Paolicelli LLP
Education: Columbia University, J.D., graduated 1971
Location: New York, NY
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