Felix Steve Yelin
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Felix Steve Yelin is a distinguished attorney based in West Chester, Pennsylvania, specializing in class actions at MacElree Harvey, Ltd. With a robust foundation in litigation honed over nearly a decade at White and Williams, Yelin has developed a keen expertise across multiple areas, including appellate law, first-party insurance coverage, construction defects, and products liability. His extensive experience also encompasses complex toxic tort cases, where he has played a pivotal role in high-profile trials nationwide, addressing critical issues related to alleged cancer-causing chemicals in food and school environments. Before embarking on his successful legal career, Yelin served as a law clerk for the Honorable Sandra Mazer Moss in the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas in Philadelphia. His legal acumen is further evidenced by his success in drafting compelling appellate briefs presented to the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the Superior Court of Pennsylvania, showcasing his strong advocacy skills. A graduate cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a B.A. in Biology (Honors) and Political Science, Yelin further distinguished himself at Temple University Beasley School of Law, graduating in the top 15% of his class, also cum laude. His dedication to the legal field extends beyond his practice; he has been an active member of the Louis D. Brandeis Law Society, contributing as Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor while organizing impactful events addressing pressing legal issues. Yelin is also committed to pro bono work, representing underserved clients through organizations such as the Support Center for Child Advocates and the Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity Pardon Project, demonstrating his passion for social justice. Fluent in Russian and a native of the Philadelphia region, Yelin continues to advocate for his clients with diligence and integrity, earning recognition as a Pennsylvania Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine in 2018, 2020, and 2021.