About Anthony C.
Anthony C. Cillis trained first as a student of criminal justice. He earned a B.A. in Criminal Justice from Wagner College in 2006 and continued his legal education at Western New England College, receiving his Juris Doctor in 2010. Those years of study set the foundation for a practice grounded in courtroom procedure and client counsel.
After law school he entered practice in New York. He is admitted to practice in that state and maintains membership in the State Bar of New York. Over time he has moved into a principal role at a small firm, running day-to-day matters and handling direct client work. His path has emphasized direct engagement with clients and the practical steps their cases require.
Cillis’s academic background in criminal justice informs how he approaches certain matters. That training contributes to an understanding of investigative processes, evidence, and the interaction between law enforcement and legal advocates. He applies that perspective when preparing cases, addressing procedural issues, and advising clients on legal options. He also deals with civil aspects that arise alongside criminal matters, including related hearings and administrative proceedings.
At Cillis Law he manages a range of legal tasks typical of a lean practice: client interviews, case strategy, motion practice, and courtroom appearances. Running a smaller office means he often handles many roles at once. He drafts pleadings, negotiates where appropriate, and represents clients at hearings. Colleagues and clients encounter an attorney who handles practical problems rather than relying on layered bureaucracy.
Outside the office he maintains professional ties through the State Bar of New York. That membership keeps him connected to developments in state law and procedural shifts. He follows court decisions and state-level rule changes that affect day-to-day practice in New York courts.
As of 2026 Anthony C. Cillis practices from Cillis Law and serves clients in matters arising under New York law. He currently concentrates his practice on legal issues related to criminal matters and the civil consequences that can follow, representing clients in court and in related proceedings.
