Charles Stephen Michael Kilburn

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Charles Stephen Michael Kilburn

also known as C. Steve Kilburn, Steve Kilburn

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lebanon, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

12 E Warren St, Lebanon, OH

Virtual Consultation Available

About Charles

Biography

When the stakes are high, Steve turns up the pressure, drives the case forward, and fights relentlessly to win.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

When Everything Is on the Line, We Fight to Win. Call For A Consultation!

50%
Personal Injury 50%

Results That Matter When It Matters Most. Call For A Consultation!

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

30%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016 2015

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 12 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

12 E Warren St, Lebanon, OH, 45036

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

3734 Eastern Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45226

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

121 West High Street, Oxford, OH, 45056

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

9078 Union Centre Blvd. Suite 350, West Chester, OH, 45069

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

401 Scott St., Covington, KY, 41011

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

4555 Lake Forest Drive Suite 650, Cincinnati, OH, 45242

Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

3805 Edwards Road Suite 550, Cincinnati, OH, 45209

Charles Stephen Michael Kilburn's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by Matt | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI Defense

I hired Steve to represent me in my defense against an OVI charge. He asked initially what I was looking to get out of his defense. He had my DUI reduced in to a physical control and minimized my consequences. He did great with the judge and was very helpful. I will definitely recommend him to anybod...y with similar charges.

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

A Caring Professional

We were referred to Steve Kilburn for a family OVI charge. We were out of state and did not know what to expect. Steve immediately put us at ease and handled the situation. He was able to negotiate a reduction in charges for us and kept our family member from jail time. We could not have asked for a ...more caring and professional attorney. We will always be thankful for Steve.

Posted by Anthony | September 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent OVI Defense

I had been charged with an OVI in January and for me it was a critical charge because I would have been facing my 3rd if I were to be convicted. In this case Steve was very diligent with the video recordings and reports in which the charge itself was drastically dropped. During the whole entire pro...cess from start to finish, Steve went through all the facts and testimonies. He also continued excellent communication with myself and the courts to maintain the timeliness with the case. Steve is an attorney that listens to your case and will fight for you until the end. Without him, I could have potentially lost my career and everything that I have worked hard for. I would recommend him for everything.

Posted by Mike | September 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The best OVI lawyer, there's not enough stars to rate Steve Kilburn

I recently got arrested and charged for an OVI on June 19th 2015. It was the first time in my life I had ever got in trouble and didn't know what to do or who to talk to. After I had spoke with a few people about my situation they had referred me to Steve Kilburn and I am so thankful that I was able... to retain him as my lawyer. Steve was there for me from the beginning to the end. He got me driving privileges right away at my first court appearance. He always answered the phone when I had a question or needed to talk to him and he consistently kept me updated throughout the court process. He successfully got my OVI charge dropped to a Reckless Op on August 17th 2015. Steve saved my career getting it dropped to a minor misdemeanor . I owe Steve a lot more than the very affordable price I paid to retain his services, and If needed again Steve is someone I will seek for legal representation and advice in the future. Thank you for everything Mr.Kilburn -Mike

Charles Kilburn

Replied last September 08, 2015

Thank you for your kind review, Mike. For clarification, the reckless here is a fourth-degree misdemeanor, not a minor misdemeanor.

Posted by Bibek | April 27, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Excellent Experience with Steve

Steve represented me recently in an OVI case. I had met with a crash and had a high BAC level. When I met him in the court, firstly he helped me calm down, and informed me that he had already spoken with the Judge & the Prosecutor about my case. He was professional and very well prepared for the case.... He is very knowledgeable about the laws that govern OVIs, and did not let me feel he has been practicing for less than 2 years. One more thing I really liked was that he stayed with me, even after the case was over, to help with my court paperwork. All in all, a good lawyer for OVI cases.

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Charles Stephen Michael Kilburn's Lawyer Endorsements

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John O'Shea

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve Kilburn is a tireless advocate defending people accused of crimes. I have seen first-hand his diligent work representing his clients. If you need a lawyer in the Warren County area for a criminal matter, call Steve, he will take care of you."

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Ashley Sexton

Unknown lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Graman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Steve is an excellent attorney who fights for his clients. He is hardworking and knowledgeable and puts every effort into his cases."

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Thomas Kidd

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is an intelligent, energetic attorney who will work hard for the best result for his client. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelly McKoy

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Rittgers

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Steve came to our firm in early 2014 after working for a high volume injury firm in downtown Cincinnati. He quickly learned the intricacies of criminal defense and DUI law. Steve grew up in southern Ohio and excelled in under graduate and law school. He is past comment editor for University of Dayton Law Review and a phenomenal legal writer for multiple areas of practice. Without hesitation I highly recommend Steve for anyone in need of a good attorney who cares about your situation."

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Edward Perry

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Juliette Dame

Family lawyer

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Nicholas Graman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Kidd

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kelly McKoy

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Charles Rittgers

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

CALI Award: Capstone- Estate & Tax Planning, The Center For Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

2013

Comment Editor, University of Dayton Law Review

2012

Staff Writer, University of Dayton Law Review

2011

CALI Award: Torts II, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

2011 - 2011

Law Clerk, Warren County Probate/Juvenile Court

Associations

2013 - Present

Warren County Bar Association

2013 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Josefczyk

Dismissal

State v. Rossiter

Not Guilty Verdict

State v. Kroll

Not Guilty Verdict

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Education

2013

University of Dayton

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

Eastern Kentucky University

Broadcast News

Publications

Languages

English

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