Mailing Address: 110 W A St., Ste. 950
San Diego, CA 92101
With 45 years in the field, Elliott Kanter brings a calm, strategic presence to every case. He’s walked into hundreds of trials and dealt with complicated disputes, earning a reputation for careful preparation, creative problem-solving, and a personal commitment to each client. From helping injury victims get the compensation they deserve to defending clients in serious criminal matters, Elliott believes in honesty, respect, and keeping you in the loop. He doesn’t just fight for you, he treats you like a person, not a case number.
His background as a litigator gives him a special advantage: he understands both how to take a case to court and when a more cooperative path might lead to better results. No matter the path, his priorities stay the same, telling your story clearly, protecting your interests, and helping you move forward with confidence.
Practice Areas
- Personal Injury
- Medical Malpractice
- Birth Injury
- Civil Disputes
- Criminal Defense
- Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution
Bar Admissions & Courts
- State Bar of California
- Supreme Court of California
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
- U.S. District Courts: Southern, Central, Eastern Districts of California
- U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Education
- Thomas Jefferson School of Law
J.D. - University of Pittsburgh
B.S. in Psychology
Awards & Recognition
- AV Preeminent® 5.0 Peer Review Rating (Martindale-Hubbell)
- “Top Lawyer,” San Diego Magazine
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