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Steven J. DeBonis
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Mr. DeBonis is a seasoned attorney with a diverse and impressive background in both criminal and personal injury law. He earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from Rutgers Law School and later obtained his Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Temple University, a nationally recognized institution in Philadelphia.
After passing the bar exams in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Mr. DeBonis launched his legal career at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, where he quickly rose through the ranks. He served in the Municipal and Juvenile Sectors before being assigned to the Waiver Felony Trials unit, handling high-stakes cases with precision and expertise.
Throughout his tenure in Philadelphia, Mr. DeBonis pursued advanced legal education, earning his LL.M. while continuing to serve the community. He then transitioned to the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office, joining the vertical trial team. There, he successfully managed cases ranging from drug offenses to drug-induced homicides, working closely with victims and ensuring justice was served. His hands-on trial experience has been a cornerstone of his career, having successfully tried countless jury trials.
Today, Mr. DeBonis focuses on representing clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries, with a particular emphasis on trucking and motor vehicle accidents, as well as sexual assault and nursing home neglect matters. His vast experience in both the criminal and civil legal arenas, combined with his commitment to continued education, uniquely positions him to advocate for those who need it most.
Bar Admissions
- Member in Good Standing of the Pennsylvania and New Jersey State Bars
- Admitted to the Eastern, Middle and Western Pennsylvania District Courts
- Admitted to the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
Legal Experience
- Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office (July 2017 – January 2020), Assistant Prosecutor, Trial Team
- Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office (January 2016 – July 2017), Assistant District Attorney
- Children’s Justice Clinic (January 2015 – May 2015), Supervised Attorney
Education
Temple Beasley School of Law – Latin Legum Magister in Trial Advocacy – April 2017
Rutgers School of Law – Juris Doctorate Recipient – May 2015
Intensive Trial Academies
- County Prosecutor’s Annual College – Atlantic City, New Jersey – 2017, 2018
- Lanier Trial Academy 4.0 – Houston, Texas – 2019
- Lanier Trial Academy 5.0 – Houston, Texas – 2021
- Lanier Trial Academy 6.0 – Houston, Texas – 2022
- Lanier Trial Academy 7.0 – Houston, Texas -2023
- TBI Med Legal Conference – San Diego, CA – 2023
Honors & Awards
- 2025 Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys Under 40 in Pennsylvania – National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
- National Trial Lawyers – 40 under 40 – Civil Plaintiff
- 2025 Super Lawyers Rising Stars
- 2024 Super Lawyers Rising Stars
News & Media Appearances
- Featured in Suburban Life Magazine
- Interviewed on an episode of the Limitedless Legal Nurse Consulting Podcast
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