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Charles Stephen Michael Kilburn
also known as C. Steve Kilburn, Steve Kilburn
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About Charles
Biography
C. Steve Kilburn is a Warren County native who graduated as an honors scholar and magna cum laude from Eastern Kentucky University. Steve attended the University of Dayton School of Law where he served as a staff writer and comment editor for the University of Dayton Law Review and as an officer for Christian Legal Society.
While in law school, Steve clerked at Warren County Juvenile & Probate Court under Honorable Judge Michael Powell.
Steve has experience in a variety of civil litigation, including personal injury and medical malpractice. At Rittgers & Rittgers, Steve's current primary areas of practice are criminal defense, DUI law, and personal injury.
Steve looks forward to serving the people in the community and helping them resolve their legal situation. When favorable settlements are not reached, Steve is eagerly willing to litigate aggressively.
When not practicing law, Steve is most likely playing bluegrass music or spending time with his family and friends.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
12 years
DUI and DWI
40%
12 years
Personal Injury
20%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2016 2015
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 12 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
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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...
Posted by Partha | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
ACDA Dismissal
While I wanted ACDA dismissal, Steve was very clear from the beginning as what is legally possible and what is not and did the best possible defense and made it to non-moving violation. Although he did not promise anything, am completely satisfied with the way, the case has been dealt with profession...
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...
Charles Stephen Michael Kilburn's Lawyer Endorsements
"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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"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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"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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Experience
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
1900 - Present
Member, 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
Education
2013
University of Dayton
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Eastern Kentucky University
Broadcast News
Publications
2016
Rittgers & Rittgers
DIVERSION: AN INVALUABLE TOOL FOR OHIO CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS
2016
2016
Rittgers & Rittgers
OHIO'S FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW AND THE FRA SUSPENSION
2016
Rittgers & Rittgers
OVI CHECKPOINTS: ARE THEY CONSTITUTIONAL?
2015
2015
Rittgers & Rittgers
NEW CHANGES PROPOSED FOR OHIO OVI LAW
2015
Rittgers & Rittgers
INOPERABLE HANDGUNS: ARE THEY 'DEADLY WEAPONS?'
2015
Rittgers & Rittgers
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND THE BRADY DISQUALIFIER
2015
Rittgers & Rittgers
THE OHIO SUPREME COURT CLARIFIES THE ELEMENTS OF TAMPERING WITH EVIDENCE
Languages
English