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Kevin J McDevitt
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Biography
Born in Leonardtown, Maryland, June 28, 1975. Attended St. Mary’s Ryken High School, 1993. Salisbury University, B.S., concentrations in Biology & Medical Technology, 1997. University of Baltimore School of Law, J.D. concentrations in Criminal Law & Litigation, 2003; Judicial Intern, Hon. James A. Kenney, III, Maryland Court of Special Appeals, 2001; Law Clerk, Homicide Division, Baltimore City States Attorney’s Office, 2001-2004; Assistant State’s Attorney (Rule-16), Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office, 2003; Admitted to the Maryland Bar, 2004; Assistant State’s Attorney, Baltimore City States Attorney’s Office, 2004-2005; Assistant State’s Attorney St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney’s Office, 2005-2008; Member, National District Attorney’s Association, 2004-2008; Member, Maryland State’s Attorney’s Association, 2005-2008; Member Maryland State Bar Association, 2004-Present; Member St. Mary’s County Bar Association, 2005-Present; Member, St. Mary’s County Juvenile Drug Court Team, 2006-2007; Member, St. Mary’s County Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team, 2007-2008; Member, St. Mary’s County Family Violence Coordinating Council, 2007-2008; Managing Attorney & Owner, Law Offices of Kevin J. McDevitt, L.L.C., 2008-Present; United States District Court for the District of Maryland, 2009-Present; Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney's Association, 2010-Present; National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), 2011-Present; Appointed to the Maryland Attorney Grievance Commission Peer Review Committee, 2011-2013; Listed as one of the Best DUI Lawyers in Maryland on , 2012; National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Maryland, 2014 & 2015; National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, 2014 & 2015; Maryland Super Lawyers Rising Stars, 2014 & 2015; and Accepted into National College of DUI Defense (NCDD), 2015; Judge, Maryland State Bar Association Mock Trail Competition, 2015-2016; Appointed to the Maryland Attorney Grievance Commission Peer Review Committee, 2016-2017.
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Licensed in Maryland for 21 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
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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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (144)
DUI & DWI (89)
Lawsuits & Disputes (31)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (31)
Expungement (8)
Administrative Law (6)
Violent Crime (6)
Litigation (5)
Military Law (5)
Car Accidents (4)
Drug Crime (4)
Gun Law (3)
Appeals (1)
Civil Rights (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Environmental and Natural Resources (1)
Family (1)
Mediation (1)
Personal Injury (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (183)
Advocacy (125)
Recommendation (97)
Practice Area Knowledge (84)
Professionalism (68)
Communication Style (63)
General Knowledge (54)
Character & Conduct (39)
Responsiveness (33)
Compassion (22)
Cost of Services (17)
Trustworthiness (16)
Punctuality (4)
Free Consultations (2)
Staff & Support (1)
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Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Top Defense Attorney
Kevin is a great guy and highly skilled attorney. He kept me out of jail (possibly prison) and even made it so I did not have to appear in court. A diligent lawyer that has a detailed knowledge of the local legal system. I am very grateful for Mr. McDevitt's services and it was money well spent.
Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Defense Attorney
Very professional and explained all the possible outcomes of my case. Very involved and and detail oriented. He worked with me almost weekly helping me to prepare for my case. Highly recommended!
Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Extraordinary DUI Lawyer
I was involved in a very serious accident with very serious charges being brought up against me. Kevin was able to clear my name with the MVA and ensure I was able to continue driving restriction-free, something that seemed nearly impossible going into the court date. If anyone ever finds themselves ...
Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent attorney
Kevin helped our family with a difficult situation our daughter was involved in. He was very professional and explained all the possible outcomes of our case. Upon hiring him, he went right to work for us. He kept us well informed on any updates with the case. About 48 hours after hiring him, he was ...
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Lawyer
I contacted Kevin in an emergency situation and he was more than willing to assist me. He explained what was going to happen, gave me advice on what I needed to do, and was able to handle the situation before going in front of the judge. All charges were dropped and I am very pleased with the service...
Kevin J McDevitt's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer is one of the finest DWI attorneys in the State. In addition he is highly professional and agressive"
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Best criminal defense attorney! Works very hard for his clients."
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Experience
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 DefenseMember
2011 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2008 - Present
Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' AssociationMember
2005 - Present
St. Mary's County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State Of Maryland v. John Edison Jr.
Not Guilty on all charges
Education
2003
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Salisbury University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2009
The Baynet
An Adult Ordeal, An Innocent Child
2008
2008
Washington Post
St. Mary's Teenager Acquitted Of Rape
Languages
English