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

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5.0 /5.0

231 Client Reviews

Showing 191 - 195 of 231 reviews

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Traffic, and DUI

In 2015 I was referred to Kevin McDevitt for a DUI I received he battled it out for me from Day 1 and on the day of court he told me not to worry everything is going to be fine just got to get through today and we will. Well later that day we walked out of the courtroom with smiles and our heads held... high as Kevin J McDevitt my attorney did what he said he was going to do beyond my fullest expectations and to the upmost highest polite, respectfull, and very appreciative for myself and family as his client as well from other clients Ive referred to Kevin McDevitt since he first represented myself. Hands down the finest Attorney in every way if you get yourself in trouble in anyway with the laws for our state and surrounding our state and jurisdictions. On 8/23/17 he represented me again and hands down did nothing less but succeeded above my expectations for a driving on suspended case that was favored my way all due to my attorneys professional knowledge for our law system and what holes are state has in it that he may find to favor his clients to come out smiling and be very thankful for what he's worked so hard to achieve. I would recommend Kevin J Mcevitt as my attorney and to everyone I know at any time without hesitation for any reason. Keep up the great appreciative work that you continue to do each day Kevin. I thank you from the bottom of my heart and you always will be my attorney as well as anyone I know that needs your help!

Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI/Refusal

I hired Kevin for a DUI/Refusal case this past January. He was very up front with the possible outcomes and did not make any promises or try to mislead me on any of the facts. That was one of the reasons for hiring him. His knowledge of the local procedures and sense of what the outcome could be was ...second to none. He clearly knew what most cases around the area ended with, but still always stated that it could go any way. One area that others told me would be the most difficult, was the MVA hearing and actually it was straight forward and he handled it with ease. Before we even walked in he knew who the judge was and made it feel very informal. This helped with the overall outcome and the proceeding being more of a business affair then a hearing. Overall he is well versed in with who the local people are and the standard practices of the area. You can not go wrong with hiring him. His background and networking I believe helps out a lot when it comes to cases and he really brings it out for you.

Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense

Hired Mr. McDevitt for family member involved in criminal matter that went on for some time. Hopeful this is a bad nightmare that has now ended! Kevin was knowledgeable, straight forward and patient in dealing with all parties in this matter. I highly recommend Mr. McDevitt!!!

Posted by Lena | June 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal defence lawyer

My name is Lena and I hired Kevin back in 2014 with a serious charge (2nd degree murder) and he was very clear with me on what I was being charged with and he was honest with me about what would happen and he was very supportive and he helped me get sentenced fairly overall I would say he was the bes...t I could have asked for

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.

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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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Leonard Stamm

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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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