Philip J. Kessler

Practice areas

Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Antitrust Litigation

Focus areas

Antitrust & Trade Litigation

Philip J. Kessler, an attorney, serves as a partner at the prestigious Hoffman & Kessler LLP law firm in New York City. With an illustrious legal career spanning over 48 years, Mr. Kessler is nationally recognized as one of the foremost trial lawyers in the United States. He is dedicated to offering unparalleled legal guidance and assistance to clients across the New York City metropolitan area in matters related to:

• Business litigation
• Intellectual property litigation
• Antitrust litigation

Throughout his professional journey, Mr. Kessler has achieved remarkable success in representing his clients in state, federal, and appellate courts, as well as in arbitration and negotiation settings. His unwavering commitment to safeguarding his clients’ rights and interests, coupled with his commitment to achieving efficient and cost-effective favorable outcomes, sets him apart.

Recognized for his exceptional professionalism, legal prowess, and track record of success, Mr. Kessler has consistently received accolades, including the annual Chambers USA designation as one of America’s Leading Lawyers for Business since 2003. He has also earned a Top 100 ranking from America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators and has been consistently acknowledged by The Best Lawyers in America*. His achievements extend to listings in Who’s Who Legal, Who’s Who in American Law, and Who’s Who in the World.

Furthermore, Mr. Kessler holds the distinguished title of fellow with the American College of Trial Lawyers, where he has actively served on the organization’s executive committee and board of regents. He is also a fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers and the International Society of Barristers. In addition to these prestigious affiliations, he is a member of numerous legal organizations at the local, state, national, and international levels, including the American Bar Foundation and the National Judicial College.

Mr. Kessler embarked on his academic journey at the University of Michigan, graduating with distinction in 1969. Subsequently, he pursued his Juris Doctor at the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law, earning his degree in 1972. He is licensed to practice law in both Michigan and New York and is admitted to practice before various federal and appellate courts in the United States, including the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit.

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