Martin & Kent, L.L.C.610 East Roosevelt RoadSuite 200Wheaton, IL, 60187-5870United States (630) 480-0604 (630) 480-0692

Scott Andrew Kent

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Wheaton, IL
Licensed for 27 years

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Gonna get trial for dui n got no money for lawyer should i just plea not guilty ?

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Felony Pre-Trial Diversion Program in DuPage County, ILLast updated at: July 24, 2018

Scott Andrew Kent

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About Scott

As a former prosecutor who worked in all ares of the State's Attorneys Office for 13 years, I have a very rounded knowledge of the criminal justice system. I've worked with thousands of police officers over the course of my career, and feel that I know what they look for when they investigate and arrest defendants. The best way to know how to win a criminal case is to know what the State needs to prove in order to win the case. I prosecuted every type of case, from traffic tickets to first degree murder. That is excactly why I am skilled at defending all types of criminal cases.

Practice areas

Criminal defense: 75%
Throughout the last 16 years, I have handled cases ranging from simple traffic tickets to misdemeanors like DUI and thefts to felonies like drug possession/delivery to first degree murder. There is simply no substitute for the extensive experience of a long-time prosecutor who also has years of work defending cases.
Juvenile law: 15%
Juvenile court is where we have a unique chance to really make a difference in a young person's life. It is a great opportunity to turn them away from a pattern of trouble and get them back on the right track to maturity and success. It is perhaps the most rewarding area of law.
Personal injury: 10%
Most minor accidents can be resolved without the need for expensive and time-wasting litigation. Our office has settled many cases like these quickly so our clients get their settlement funds sooner than later.

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English

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Martin & Kent, L.L.C.

610 East Roosevelt Road
Suite 200
Wheaton, IL, 60187-5870

Office (630) 480-0604
Fax (630) 480-0692

Website

https://scottkentlaw.com/

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
IL	Active And Authorized To Practice Law	1994	03/13/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
Top 100 Lawyers	National Trial lawyers Association	2015

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Partner	Martin & Kent, LLC	2008 - Present
Felony Prosecutor	DuPage County State's Attorney's Office	1993 - 2006

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Kane County Bar Association	Member	2009 - Present
DuPage County Bar Association	Member	N/A
DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association	President	2011 - 2012
DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association	Vice President	2009 - 2010
Illinois State Bar Association	Member	2006 - 2014

Illinois Capital Litigation Trial Bar	Member	2004 - 2011

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
DePaul University College of Law	JD - Juris Doctor	1994
Northern Illinois University	BS - Bachelor of Science	1990

speaking engagements

Conference name	Title	Date
DuPage Coutny Attorney Resource Center	Illinois Concealed Carry Review	2014

legal cases

Case name	Outcome
People v. Mahmoud Saleh	Conviction reversed and case remanded for further proceedings.

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Fantastic Attorney

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Posted by anonymous
July 6, 2015

Definitely would recommend Scott. Did a fantastic job with my case - got it dismissed. Very responsive and encouraging. Felt confident with him on my side. Will always go to him for any legal need.

Excellent Lawyer

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Posted by Luke
February 7, 2015

I was in a bind and needed help from a lawyer. I called many lawyers, even some who were recommended, only to be told that the charge I had could not be lowered. I called Scott and he immediately called the prosecutor and I had the court date within a week. Scott reassured me that it would all be taken care of and it was. Don't waste your time calling anyone else if you need help. Scott will make you feel at ease and he will get the job done for you.

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Posted by anonymous
November 10, 2021

Kent handle my case with a breeze. He is well respected lawyer and i felt safe with his guidance. If ever you need good lawyer, contact Martin and Kent law office. You will not be disappointed! Thank you Scott Kent!!!