Steven E. Gross

Banking and Finance Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Newark, New Jersey

32+ years experience

Sills Cummis & Gross PC

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

973-643-7000

https://www.sillscummis.com/professionals/steven-gross/

The Legal Center, One Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102

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Bio

Steven E. Gross is Chairman Emeritus of Sills Cummis & Gross. He has served as Chair of the Firm’s Securities and Capital Markets and Banking and Finance Practice Groups. His sophisticated approach to any legal matter has drawn clients to him on a national and international level.Mr. Gross has counseled public companies and senior executives in mergers and acquisitions and securities offerings involving multi-million dollar transactions. In addition, he has advised boards of directors and senior executives on issues such as fiduciary duties, corporate compliance, and government regulatory matters. His banking practice has involved the representation of institutional creditors in public and private debt financings, workouts, and creditors’ rights matters. Steven E. Gross is Chairman Emeritus of Sills Cummis & Gross. He has served as Chair of the Firm’s Securities and Capital Markets and Banking and Finance Practice Groups. His sophisticated approach to any legal matter has drawn clients to him on a national and international level.Mr. Gross has counseled public companies and senior executives in mergers and acquisitions and securities offerings involving multi-million dollar transactions. In addition, he has advised boards of directors and senior executives on issues such as fiduciary duties, corporate compliance, and government regulatory matters. His banking practice has involved the representation of institutional creditors in public and private debt financings, workouts, and creditors’ rights matters. Steven E. Gross is Chairman Emeritus of Sills Cummis & Gross. He has served as Chair of the Firm’s Securities and Capital Markets and Banking and Finance Practice Groups. His sophisticated approach to any legal matter has drawn clients to him on a national and international level. Mr. Gross has counseled public companies and senior executives in mergers and acquisitions and securities offerings involving multi-million dollar transactions. In addition, he has advised boards of directors and senior executives on issues such as fiduciary duties, corporate compliance, and government regulatory matters. His banking practice has involved the representation of institutional creditors in public and private debt financings, workouts, and creditors’ rights matters.

Practice Areas

Banking and Finance Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Banking and Finance Law, Newark (2025)
Lawyer of the Year: Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Newark (2014)
Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Law, Newark (2012)
Recognized: Banking and Finance Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Insurance Law
Recognized: International Trade and Finance Law
Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Practice Area: Securities / Capital Markets Law
Special Focus: Banking
Special Focus: Bankruptcy
Special Focus: Biotechnology
Special Focus: Corporate Compliance
Special Focus: Corporate Finance
Special Focus: Corporate Governance
Special Focus: Food and Drug
Special Focus: General Corporate
Special Focus: Health Care
Special Focus: Mergers & Acquisitions
Special Focus: Pharmaceutical
Special Focus: Publicly-Held Companies
Special Focus: Securities
Special Focus: Transactions

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1993

Education

Harvard University, J.D.
Baruch College, B.B.A

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Reviews

Mark Cook

2 weeks ago

A Strategic Partner for Complex Corporate Transactions

When our mid-sized technology firm was navigating a critical acquisition and subsequent financing round, the complexity was daunting. We needed counsel who was not just a technician but a strategic partner. Steven Gross was precisely that. His deep, three-decade tenure in corporate law, particularly in mergers and finance, provided an immediate sense of confidence. He didn't just execute documents; he anticipated challenges in the deal structure and banking covenants that others missed, drawing clearly from his leadership in securities and capital markets. What impressed me beyond his Harvard-honed legal acumen was his practical, business-focused approach—likely rooted in his B.B.A. background. He translated legalese into clear business implications for our board. While his recent 'Lawyer of the Year' recognition in Banking and Finance is a testament to his standing among peers, it's his direct, hands-on guidance that truly delivers value. Steven and his team at Sills Cummis ensured a seamless, efficient process that protected our interests and positioned us for future growth. For high-stakes corporate matters in New Jersey, his counsel is indispensable.