Kevin J McDevitt

Kevin J McDevitt

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Leonardtown, MD
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Social Security

22835 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD

About Kevin

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 21 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2004

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Location

Law Offices of Kevin J Mcdevitt LLC

22835 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD, 20650

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Kevin J McDevitt's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

231 Client Reviews

Showing 46 - 50 of 63 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | October 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fully dedicated to fight for your innocence

At 19 years old, I was involved in a head on collision. I was driving and my passenger, who was also my boyfriend, interfered with the steering wheel causing us to jerk into the other lane. After investigating the collision, it was soon determined that speed, drugs/alcohol, and a cellphone WERE NOT ...FACTORS in the collision. After knowing those things, the State still charged me 10 months later. At 20 years old, never in trouble for anything before in my life, I was now facing 2 different types of vehicular manslaughter charges and 2 counts of 2nd degree assault charges, totaling 33 years in prison. Scared to death, I spoke to my dad's company's lawyer and different family members. ALL of them told me that Kevin was who I needed on my side and they were right! Kevin worked on my case day and night. We hired many different experts to also help us in this case. Kevin is very dedicated to his clients and will fight to get them the best results possible. He also remains in constant contact via phone/ email/ and text. He kept me updated everyday on the status of my case. Kevin and I fought this case for months! I am now 21 years old. It's been over a year and a half since the worst day of my life. As of yesterday, ALL 4 charges were dropped (nolle prosequi). I only was given a traffic ticket and community service. Kevin helped me get my life back and some peace of mind for my whole family. If you need a lawyer that is going to be dedicated to fighting for your innocence, Kevin is your man!!

Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Vehicle case on NAS Patuxent River Base

I had an awesome experience with Kevin McDevitt with my case. I hired him to help me with my case from NAS Patuxent River base. He explained my case and the law in great detail so I would fully understand it. I was told that my case is serious but he would do his best to help me with it. When I went ...back to his office for our last meeting before court. He told me that everything was dropped and himself and I did not have to show up in court. I will always recommend him to anyone, he is a great lawyer.

Posted by Tyler | September 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Couldn't have been better

great lawyer, very happy on the decision I made to hire him. He knows his stuff and explained everything to me as the case went along. Helped me understand everything that could happen. I highly recommend him. He will help you and will know the right things to do. If your looking for a lawyer, he's t...he one.

Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Alcohol related charges

Attorney At Law, Kevin J. McDevitt (Leonardtown, Maryland), did an excellent job representing me when I was charged with alcohol related driving violations. Kevin is an honest, straightforward man and understands the local government’s practices. From the moment I met Kevin, I knew that he was going... to work hard to help me understand the confusing judicial landscape. Kevin would go out of his way to guide me towards the voluntary yet important steps I would need to take in order to receive the best result. Kevin has worked on the prosecuting side and is now on the defenses side. Because of this, Kevin has a boundless familiarity with what is going on in the mind of prosecutors. Kevin will do everything in his power to help represent his client to the best of his ability. If you are facing a difficult situation, I highly recommend scheduling a meeting with Kevin and you will see for yourself what it is like to be represented by an excellent attorney.

Posted by Brian Tarleton | May 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Listen to this Man

Due to a poor life choice I found myself charged with dui/dwi. I had previously engaged the services of Kevin Mc Devitt for other business and knowing this as an area of his expertise sought his counsel. He thoroughly educated me on the judicial process I was about to go through. Kevin immediately ar...ranged for an MVA hearing and had me enroll in an alcohol counseling class. Due to several postponements my MVA hearings came before my trial. Kevin skillfully navigated two MVA hearings and I was able to retain my full license with no restrictions. My trial was postponed seven times over the course of six months: at times I was considering accepting pleas just to put this mistake behind me. Kevin however, even after all this time remained focused on what was most important the best possible outcome for his client. Kevin's knowledge, persistence and professionalism all led to my case being nolle prosequi in part because of the alcohol counseling class he had me attend at the very beginning of this long drawn out process. The outcome of my case was very fortunate. I would strongly courage anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation to contact Mr Kevin McDevitt and heed his advice.

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Kevin J McDevitt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Berman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. McDevitt is an extremely sharp legal mind. I routinely reach out to him to discuss cutting edge legal issues and tactics. He is diligent, highly competent, and he knows St. Mary's County like the back of his hand. I endorse him without hesitation."

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Mark Riley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse attorney Kevin McDevitt. Over the last 4 years, I have collaborated and consulted with him on scores of DUI/DWI and criminal matters. He is an experienced and competent advocate who zealously represents and works in the best interests of his clients. Notably, he is particularly sensitive to the adverse impact that an alcohol-related or criminal charge could have on the career of a military service member or federal government employee who holds a security clearance -- and he acts accordingly. Mr. McDevitt always represents his client in a manner that will afford him the best chance of retaining his security clearance. Having myself practiced in the field of National Security Law for the last 18 years, I must note that that Mr. McDevitt's sensitivity to and knowledge of the potential impact of DUI/DWI or criminal charges on a security clearance holder -- and how to handle such situations -- clearly distinguish him from most other attorneys."

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Kathleen Werner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Dorsey

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer is one of the finest DWI attorneys in the State. In addition he is highly professional and agressive"

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Richard Kodzis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure to have known and observed Attorney McDevitt for several years. I am very impressed with his skill and knowledge in the areas of DUI and criminal defense. He works hard to maintain the expertise needed to competently represent the citizen accused."

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Fernando Guerra

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Troy Hansen

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Best criminal defense attorney! Works very hard for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Accepted for National College of DUI Defense (NCDD), National College of DUI Defense (NCDD)

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Best DUI Lawyers in Maryland, HubPages.com

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Law Offices Of Kevin J. McDevitt, LLC

2005 - 2008

Assistant State's Attorney, St. Mary's County State's State's Attorney's Office

2004 - 2005

Assistant State's Attorney, Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2011 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2008 - Present

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Member

2005 - Present

St. Mary's County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State Of Maryland v. John Edison Jr.

Not Guilty on all charges

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Education

2003

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Salisbury University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

Languages

English

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