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

Active

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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 16 - 20 of 33 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Ecstatic Client

First lawyer experience ever and extremely happy with the outcome. I contacted Kevin in a brief matter of time but he was able to give me a free consultation quickly and able to help with me on a short 12 hour notice! This man is truly the best at what he does and he does not play around. Very reliab...le and although intimidating at times he really cares about his clients and explains every possible outcome in your cases. I know who I will call any time I need help again.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Grateful Professional

I was accused of a leaving the scene of an accident in Southern Maryland and consulted with Kevin for my case. He explained in detail the possible outcomes and the consequences and benefits to each. We discussed my top concerns and priorities. My industry requires a clearance and Kevin provided conta...cts that could discuss that topic. Kevin contacted me the night prior to my court date to discuss what would happen prior to discussing my case with the prosecutor. I was well prepared and my mind was at ease. I couldn't have asked for anything better the day of the trial. Kevin walked in and spoke with the prosecutor about my case and then discussed the result which was a Stet Docket, the next best thing to the case being dropped. I agreed and did not have to say anything to the prosecutor or judge. Kevin is extremely professional and an expert in his area of law. I am extremely grateful to him for getting me a better outcome than I planned for and would highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer!

I was charged with fishing rule violation in St. Mary’s County MD. I hired attorney Kevin McDevitt to help me resolving the ticket. I am so glad that I made the right choice. Mr. McDevitt is the best. His great understanding of my case and keen observation and constant exploration of the case really ...amazed me. He was always on top of the case. He called me periodically to update me about the case development. He communicated with me in such a way that was concise, and free of either sugar-coating or fear tactics. He went to the court with me and spoke on behalf of me. The case was set free without me even speaking a word in the court. I cannot recommend Mr. McDevitt highly enough, not only for his knowledge, but also for his best-in-class customer service.

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 ...able to get the charges dropped. If you ever find yourself in need of a defense attorney, he would be the first person I would call.

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI

At the beginning of December 2016 I was involved in an accident and charged with not only a DUI but three counts of life threatening injury while under the influence. I went to district court and was found guilty of everything and sentenced to three years in jail. I appealed my trial and immediately ...seeked new representation and spoke to McDevitt. He was an outstanding lawyer and regularly called me to inform me of everything going on or met with me almost weekly to keep me on the same page as him. At circuit court he managed to get all the life threatening charges dropped and was able to get me a DUI per se plea. McDevitt was by far the best lawyer to choose for representation. He invests quite a bit of his personal time into his cases to make sure his clients get the best possible result because he genuinely cares about his clients. I would recommend Mr. McDevitt to anyone for any type of legal matter.

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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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