Scott was born and raised in Hamilton, Ohio and graduated Valedictorian of Hamilton High School in 1997. He was enrolled in the Honors Program at The Ohio State University where he graduated Cum Laude in 2001. Scott had the unique experiences of working as a Youth Corrections Officer at the Butler County Juvenile Detention Center and serving a law clerk for a major personal injury firm in Cincinnati, Ohio all while attending law school at Northern Kentucky University Chase College of Law. Scott graduated in 2005 and gained valuable trial experience working for the Hamilton County Public Defender’s Office before entering private practice.
After winning his very first jury trial, Scott entered private practice in Hamilton, Ohio in 2008. During the last 10 years. Scott expanded his practice to include not only criminal defense but also personal injury. Scott has successfully defended numerous criminal matters including such felonies as Aggravated Burglary, Gross Sexual Imposition and Kidnapping as well as Theft, Domestic Violence, OVI/DUI, Voyeurism, and Assault. In addition to his criminal practice, Scott has secured numerous settlements for victims of automobile accidents, serious personal injury and wrongful death claims.
In addition to his law practice, Scott is an avid sports fan and a dedicated practitioner of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, where he holds the rank of purple belt and has placed as high as Bronze in international competition. Most importantly, Scott is a strong believer in giving back to his community. He is a board member of both the Hamilton City School District and the Hamilton Community Foundation. Scott is also a member of Hamilton Rotary Club and a chairperson for the Notary Commission of the Butler County Bar Association. Scott has also volunteered for Hand Me Down Dobes, Inc., a Doberman Pinscher rescue group. Scott continues to reside in Hamilton with his wife, Tara, and their three dogs.
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33%-40%
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State: Ohio
Acquired: 2006
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220 S Monument Ave, Hamilton, OH, 45011
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Posted by Ashley | September 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Scott is professional, extremely knowledgeable and uses his networking systems to find the best route for your case. He always goes over and beyond he keeps the atmosphere calm and focused when it’s hectic and scary. Scott is compassionate for his clients and he believes in you. He’s just a great ho...
Posted by Rebecca | November 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I had Scott Kruger as my representation in a case several years ago. Based on the job that he did for me then, I referred several people to him. I recently called the office to contact him regarding that case and left a message for him to contact me. I did not hear from him. I left several messages, ...
"Scott is a very good attorney. He has great compassion and care for his clients. I've worked with him on a couple of wrongful death/personal injury cases and in both instances he achieved a highly favorable out come for his clients."
"Scott is a great attorney that I have had the privilege of working with on a case. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney in the Cincinnati Area, specifically in Butler County. He is thorough and will work very hard for his clients."
"Scott is a top shelf attorney who I’ve referred many matters over to. He has a keen acumen to all matters related to criminal defense. Can not go wrong with Scott."
"Scott is a great criminal defense attorney and is well respected in the Butler County legal community. He doesn't make promises that he can't keep and works tirelessly to ensure his clients get the outcome they deserve."
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is an experienced attorney providing his clients the dedication they deserve."
DUI and DWI lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
1997
Valedictorian, Hamilton High School
2018 - Present
Partner, Kruger & Hodges LLC Attorneys at Law
2008 - 2018
Owner, Scott D. Kruger, Attorney at Law
2006 - 2008
Attorney, Hamilton County Public Defender
2012 - Present
Hamilton City SchoolsBoard of Education Member
2008 - Present
Butler County Bar AssociationMember
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
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