Philip joined Core Title Services in 2021, bringing more than three decades of experience in both law and title insurance. Before joining Core, he spent over 26 years as Vice President and General Counsel at Counsel Abstract, Inc., where he oversaw all aspects of title insurance underwriting, from title reading and clearance to client communications and complex closings.

Throughout his career, Philip has closed thousands of transactions across the real estate spectrum, ranging from residential purchases to large-scale commercial projects, assemblages, and developments. His extensive background gives him a unique ability to anticipate challenges, streamline the closing process, and guide clients to successful outcomes.

Philip began his legal career as a real estate attorney and litigator at Rivkin Radler and Kramer, following his graduation from St. John’s University School of Law in 1988. Before practicing law, he worked as a CPA with Deloitte Haskins & Sells (now Deloitte & Touche), having earned both his B.A. and M.B.A. from the University of Rochester’s Simon School of Business.

A member of the New York State Bar Association, Philip combines legal expertise, financial acumen, and decades of industry knowledge to deliver exceptional service to Core Title’s clients.