BIOGRAPHY

Stephen Mullkoff is a seasoned criminal defense and trial attorney with over 20 years of experience litigating serious and high-exposure cases in state and federal courts. Licensed in Pennsylvania and New York, and admitted to practice in the federal courts of Pennsylvania as well as the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, Mr. Mullkoff has built a reputation as an aggressive, disciplined, and fearless courtroom advocate.

 

Criminal Defense

For more than two decades, Mr. Mullkoff has defended clients charged in serious and high-profile criminal prosecutions. His practice includes complex and life-altering cases such as:

• Homicide and Attempted Murder

• Major Violent Felony Offenses

• Federal Drug Trafficking Conspiracies

• Money Laundering and Financial Crimes

• Multi-Defendant Federal Indictments

He is homicide-certified in Pennsylvania, qualifying him to handle the most serious criminal cases in that jurisdiction. Mr. Mullkoff routinely represents clients facing significant sentencing exposure and uncompromising prosecutorial pressure.

A true trial attorney, Mr. Mullkoff prepares every case with the expectation that it will proceed to jury verdict. He is known for aggressive cross-examination, strategic pretrial motion practice, and relentless courtroom advocacy. He is not intimidated by complex indictments, extensive discovery, or aggressive prosecution tactics. When necessary, he takes cases to trial without hesitation and forces the government to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt.

 

Civil Litigation

In addition to his criminal defense practice, Mr. Mullkoff is an accomplished civil litigator in both Pennsylvania and New York state and federal courts. He represents individuals and businesses in complex, contested disputes involving substantial financial risk.

His civil litigation practice includes:

• Commercial and business disputes

• Contract and partnership litigation

• Fraud and financial misconduct claims

• High-stakes contested civil actions

He is highly experienced in motion practice, evidentiary hearings, and full trial litigation. While always prepared to try cases to verdict, Mr. Mullkoff is equally adept at leveraging litigation pressure to negotiate strategic settlements that protect and advance his clients’ interests.

 

Professional Approach

Stephen Mullkoff is a disciplined and aggressive defense counsel who thrives in high-pressure litigation. Whether defending a client accused of homicide or litigating a complex financial dispute, he approaches every matter with intensity, preparation, and strategic focus.

He stands firmly between his client and the power of the government — and he does so without hesitation.

Education & Bar Admission

 

Education

• Temple University Beasley School of Law – Juris Doctor (2002)

• University of Washington – Bachelor of Arts (1996)

 

Bar Admissions

• Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

• State of New York

• United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York

• United States District Court for the Southern District of New York

• Federal Courts of Pennsylvania

 

Professional Associations

• Philadelphia Bar Association – Member

• Pennsylvania Bar Association – Member