Meet Attorney Mel D. Kardos

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Attorney Mel Kardos is an esteemed legal professional with an extensive career, characterized by excellence in both personal injury and criminal law. With over 40 years of practice, Mr. Kardos has become renowned for his skillful representation and tireless advocacy on behalf of his clients. His achievements have earned him a place in Marquis Who’s Who in American Law and Marquis Who’s Who in the United States, and he was named to The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Plaintiffs Lawyers in 2021. Additionally, he has been recognized in the Top 100 Wrongful Death Settlements in 2019, underscoring his substantial impact in securing justice and financial compensation for his clients.

Mr. Kardos has built a distinguished practice in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, where he represents clients in a broad array of criminal matters and complex personal injury cases. He has achieved numerous not-guilty verdicts in Pennsylvania Courts and Federal Courts across a wide spectrum of criminal cases, including high-stakes murder trials, theft, rape, DUI, homicide, burglary, robbery, drug incidents, and civil rights matters. His deep legal acumen, rigorous preparation, and unyielding commitment to the presumption of innocence have led to significant courtroom victories. As a seasoned trial lawyer, Mr. Kardos’s ability to craft and execute winning defense strategies has earned him a stellar reputation for safeguarding his clients’ rights.

In the area of personal injury law, Mr. Kardos has secured settlements in excess of $100 million for his clients. He is particularly known for his work in catastrophic injury and products liability cases, including the highly influential case of Littlejohn vs. BIC. This case, which led to a major product recall and received national attention on ABC’s 20/20, illustrates Mr. Kardos’s ability to hold corporations accountable and achieve justice for those injured by defective products. His meticulous approach to litigation and relentless pursuit of compensation for his clients have earned him recognition as a leader in personal injury law.

Mr. Kardos's legal expertise extends to appellate advocacy, where he has successfully argued numerous cases before both the Superior Court and Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. His extensive appellate practice has reinforced his reputation as an attorney with a thorough command of complex legal issues and the ability to navigate intricate legal arguments on behalf of his clients.

Beyond his individual legal practice, Attorney Kardos is deeply involved in public service and community leadership. He has served as Supervisor of Middletown Township and Chairman of the Board, where he provided strategic guidance on local governance matters. His commitment to community engagement is further evidenced by his involvement with organizations such as the American Red Cross of Bucks County. Currently, Mr. Kardos serves on the Bucks County Prison Review Board, where he works to ensure that inmates are treated fairly and humanely within the correctional system. In addition, he is an active participant in the Pennsylvania Criminal Trial Lawyers Association and is certified to represent defendants in capital punishment cases, demonstrating his depth of expertise in handling the most serious criminal matters.

As a Fellow of the Academy of Advocacy, Mr. Kardos is recognized for his exemplary courtroom advocacy and trial skills. His rigorous approach to legal challenges, coupled with his strategic insight, has positioned him as one of the most effective trial attorneys in the region. Whether representing clients in high-stakes criminal defense matters, negotiating large-scale personal injury settlements, or arguing before appellate courts, Mr. Kardos approaches each case with an unwavering commitment to achieving justice.

Attorney Mel Kardos’s exceptional career, marked by high-profile victories, substantial settlements, and steadfast dedication to his clients, has earned him recognition as one of the leading attorneys in his field. His passion for justice, combined with his comprehensive legal knowledge and sharp litigation skills, ensures that his clients receive the highest level of representation. Through his extensive legal experience and unwavering commitment to his profession, Mr. Kardos continues to set the standard for excellence in both personal injury and criminal defense law.

Attorney Mel Kardos is now offering his expertise in mediations and arbitrations. With decades of experience in personal injury and criminal law, he will act as a neutral mediator and arbitrator to help parties resolve disputes outside of court. Known for his strong litigation and negotiation skills, Mr. Kardos will bring the same dedication and fairness to these alternative dispute resolution services, ensuring a balanced and efficient process for all involved.

Admitted to and Qualified: 

Supreme Court of Pennsylvania

Eastern District of Pennsylvania Federal Court of the United States

Supreme Court of the State of New Jersey

Federal District Court for the State of New Jersey

Third Circuit Court of Appeals of the United States

Supreme Court of the United States