Kevin Martin Smith

Kevin Martin Smith

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 5 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Janesville, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

101 East Milwaukee Street, STE 503, Janesville, WI

About Kevin

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Litigation 20%

Non-criminal litigation where one’s liberty interests are at stake. This includes: contempt of court actions for non-payment of child support and petitions for commitment or services under Chapters 51, 54, and 55 of the Wisconsin Statutes.

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 5 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2020

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Kevin Martin Smith

101 East Milwaukee Street, STE 503, Janesville, WI, 53545

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Kevin Martin Smith's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
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Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

This man is amazing!

I was stuck in limbo for a year and a half with an attorney that I couldn't even get to return my calls. The moment Kevin took over my case he fought tooth and nail for me. I couldn't be happier with the results of my case. This is the guy you want in your corner.

Posted by anonymous | December 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A defense attorney with a heart

Attorney Smith is the whole package. Take everything you think about defense attorneys and throw it out the window because he is truly a stand-up guy. He is intelligent and spends time on the case! He talks to you as long as needed and is prepared. He doesn't pressure you or make you feel like a bad... person. If all attorneys were like Counsel Smith, the justice system would be much more credible and effective.

Posted by Rusty Frye | December 1, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

He is one of the best!! He will fight for you!! Did for me I know he’ll do for you!!

I was accused of beating up a female. I told Kevin I didn’t do it. Not a lot of people believe me because of my past. But Kevin went above and beyond to find the truth! Thanks to Kevin I’m in a position where I can take care of my little ones now!! Thank you truly from the bottom of my heart!! Your t...he best!!

Posted by Kari | October 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The People's Attorney

Kevin was Amazing! He was thorough, thoughtful and informative throughout the process. Kevin's due diligence and knowledge of law not only got my case dismissed, but set a precedent that will hopefully lead to a higher standard in law enforcement. He truly had my best interests at heart and without ...question is a lawyer For the People.

Posted by Timothy | May 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer over ever had, Not scared nor pushes for plea bargains!

I had kevin on a case I was innocent on. I told him out the door that I wanted to go to trial and I was innocent! He stood strong with me on my opinions and fought the good fight with me against the state of Wisconsin. Kevin was motivated and had drive from the start! He is not scared to go to trial ...and he believes in fair justice. I would recommend him to anyone at anytime for any criminal defense attorney. He is going to rise to be a super lawyer in the ranks with the best of them. He goes above and beyond for his clients and I’m so thankful for him! In the end we put so much pressure on the da that they dismissed it

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Kevin Martin Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Bugni

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I can't recommend Kevin Smith highly enough. Any person who is fortunate enough to have him as a lawyer has a true warrior on his or her side. He is not only brillant and creative in his motion practice, but also thorough in his preparation and tenacious at trial. You will not do better than Kevin Smith."

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Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

2024 Martin Hanson Memorial Advocate’s Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2023

2023 Martin Hanson Memorial Advocate’s Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2022

2022 Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year, State Bar of Wisconsin - Young Lawyer's Division

2019

Susan Steingass Trial Advocacy Award, University of Wisconsin Law School

2019

Dean's Academic Achievement Award, University of Wisconsin Law School

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Regional Attorney Manager, Wisconsin State Public Defender

2020 - Present

Assistant State Public Defender, Wisconsin State Public Defender

2023 - 2023

Local Attorney Manager - Janesville and Monroe, Wisconsin State Public Defender

2022 - 2023

Pretrial Motions Practice Coordinator, Wisconsin State Public Defender

2019 - 2019

Legal Intern, Wisconsin State Public Defender

2018 - 2019

Law Student Intern, University Of Wisconsin Law School - Frank J. Remington Center

2018 - 2019

Legal Intern, Federal Defender Services Of Wisconsin

Associations

2020 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2020 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2020 - Present

National Association of Public Defenders

Member

2020 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2017 - Present

American Constitution Society for Law and Policy

Member - Former President of UW Law Chapter

2025 - 2026

State Bar of Wisconsin, Criminal Law Section

Board Chairperson

2023 - 2026

State Bar of Wisconsin, Criminal Law Section

Board Member

Education

2019

University of Wisconsin Law School

JD - Juris Doctor - Cum Laude

2017

Youngstown State University

MM - Master of Music

2015

DePauw University

BM - Bachelor of Music

Speaking Engagements

2025

Wisconsin State Public Defender Trial Skills Academy 2025

Faculty Member at Trial Skills Academy

2025

New Defender Training

Presentations on: Issue Spotting, Trial Preparation, Presenting Trial vs. Plea Options To Clients

2025

Guest on Weekly Radio Show - 8 O'Clock Buzz with Brian Standing 8 O'Clock Buzz with Brian Standing: Wisconsin Considers Robot Interpreters in Court

2024

Wisconsin State Public Defender Trial Skills Academy

Faculty Member at Trial Skills Academy

2024

Defense Team Basics

Issue Spotting for Criminal Defense Attorneys

2024

Darrell Bolz Defense College

Faculty Member at Darrell Bolz Defense College

2023

Podcast: Another Not Guilty

Trial Win Recap: Groper's Got a Gun

2023

2023 Wisconsin State Public Defender Annual Conference

Challenging Custodial Interrogations

2023

2023 Wisconsin State Public Annual Conference

Using Expert Witnesses in Challenging Lineup Procedures

2022

Wisconsin State Public Defender New Lawyer's Training - 2022

Checklists and Caseload Management

2022

2022 Wisconsin State Public Defender's Annual Criminal Defense Conference

One Drug Is Not Two Crimes: Fighting Overcharged Drug Crimes

2021

2021 Wisconsin State Public Defender's Annual Criminal Defense Conference

Pot, CBD, Dogs, Cops, and the Fourth Amendment: Challenging Searches Based on the Odor of THC

2020

Midwest Public Interest Law Networking Event

Careers in Public Defense

Publications

2024

Wisconsin Criminal Defense Manual (Published by Wisconsin Stat Bar PINNACLE) Chapter 7: Preparing for Trial (2024 Supplement Contributor)

Languages

French

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