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
  • Check
  • 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

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

231 Client Reviews

Showing 76 - 80 of 84 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by CAW | February 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Doesn't Back Down

Phenomenal, outstanding, articulate, intelligent, charismatic, amazing, professional. All these words describe the kind of lawyer Kevin McDevitt is and what you can expect to see from him. The winning combination comes when you add his passion and excitement to his practice of law. My son's DUI/DWI... case was unusually complicated and had many technical aspects that needed to be addressed. It was imperative to find the right attorney to represent him. Mr. McDevitt is detail oriented in his understanding of the technical aspects that affect DUI/DWI charges and how best to apply them in the defense of your case. The court offered a plea bargain, but our trust in Mr. McDevitt gave us the courage to fight it out in a trial. After a lengthy trial my son was found not guilty on both charges. The outcome was beyond our greatest expectations. We were literally stunned. We will be eternally grateful to Kevin McDevitt for the caliber of lawyer he is and his willingness to fight so hard for us.

Posted by John | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great DUI Lawyer

I had a DUI case and had Kevin as my Lawyer guiding me through the process. He does a great job of explaining your risk going into the case and laying out all of the likely options when going into the case. With his guidance I was able to plea to a PBJ for just reckless driving and all of the alcohol... charges were dropped! I would highly recommend Kevin as your choice for a lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great experience, great outcome

I hired Mr. McDevitt for a D.U.I, and between the charges and fines was looking at some very serious consequences to my poor decision. Worked together with Mr.Mcdevitt multiple times before my court date. was able to walk away with the best possible outcome, one that i wouldn't have imagined even pos...sible. Highly charismatic and very likeable was always highly professional and genuinely cared about assuring that though chances where low he'd do his best to help me and the results where beyond expectations.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Outstanding Representation!

I hired Mr. McDevitt to represent myself for a DUI charge, Kevin met and exceeded all my expectations. I was looking at a dismal case outcome, and Mr. McDevitt was a major influence helping me with a much better outcome of little incarceration . His professionalism, and well rounded knowledge of the ...judicial system is top notch. I would highly recommend Mr. McDevitt to anyone needing legal assistance!

Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Genuine

Mr. McDevitt handled my spouse's d.u.i. He was professional and didn't paint a worse case scenario or promise a rosy outcome. He was fully prepared to follow my spouse's wishes. He appeared very genuine when expressing that he'd like my spouse stay sober, and was glad when I expressed that we're both... supportive of each other's sobriety.

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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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