Scott Andrew Kent

Scott Andrew Kent

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Wheaton, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Personal Injury

610 East Roosevelt Road, Suite 200, Wheaton, IL

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

3

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.

75%
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.

15%
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.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 31 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1994

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Martin & Kent, L.L.C.

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

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Scott Andrew Kent's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

54 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Esteban Robles | April 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

A true professional

Scott was very attentive and helped me with my aggravated speeding case for driving 70+ over the limit. Great guy and very professional attorney.

Posted by Jay | June 09, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

He Is a wonderful DUI Lawyer

These lawyers did a wonderful job with my cases. They help me Keep my license. They keep me informed abut everything to do with my cases. They are very friendly to all their clients and there families. But in the Court Room there Sharks and they handle business. I was blessed with their presence .... So if you need a great lawyers call them or email Mr. KENT @ MR. MARTIN . And thank u guys so much I appreciate u both.

Posted by Nancy | July 10, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Scott Kent

We were in a very difficult situation with our son and were referred to Mr. Kent. He was extremely knowledgable about the problem we faced and was very confident about being able to obtain the best possible outcome for our son. In the end we had a better resolution than any of us expected. Mr. Kent w...as very friendly and helpful through the entire process.

Posted by Barbara | January 09, 2013 | Criminal Defense

"Excellence " from start to finish!

I met Scott because of a misdemeanor that was completely undergirded by his expertise. My frustration and fears, became his and he proved to be knowledgeble and professional as well as concerned for my situation. His support was astounding! I recommend his services to any and everyone that's lo...oking for facts and not nonsense. You won't regret it. Especially, if you are not playing games!

Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Review of Scott Kent

I retained Scott Kent of the Law offices of Martin, Kent & Reidy, LLC. I was charged with Domestic Battery in DuPage County and hadn't been arrested yet because i left the scene before the cops arrived. So a warrant was put out for my arrest. I started getting letters in the mail from different lawy...ers offering their services to me and i checked a few of them out. Scott Kent's credentials made it easy to choose him over the others. When i first spoke to him on the phone he was very knowledgeable of the situation as if he had represented many before me in the same situation, which made me feel very comfotable. He told me exactly what i needed to which was to turn myself in a few hours before bond court so i wouldnt be stuck in jail too long and he was present at the bond court to get my bond lowered to the minimum amount. He was a very no nonsense guy and that made me feel secure everythng was going to go great. After just one court appearence the case was throwin out. To make a long story short i would highly reccomend Mr. Kent for any kind of assistance u may need.

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Scott Andrew Kent's Lawyer Endorsements

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Peter Buh

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Scarpino

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is whip smart with a wicked sense of insightful humor."

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Ingrid Nierman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Scott as a fellow prosecutor. He has the experience and skills to know how to win a case. I endorse this lawyer."

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Blake Stone

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott Kent is one of the sharpest criminal defense attorneys in the business. Astute, well-prepared, and personable. All of the things qualities you want your attorney to possess. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael O'Donnell

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Wang

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked on several cases with Mr. Scott Kent. He is a very skilled, knowledgeable, and aggressive litigator. I highly endorse this lawyer without reservation."

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Teresa Mcadams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott Kent is an exceptional trial attorney. He has experience both prosecuting and defending high profile crimes and serious criminal matters. I have referred numerous clients to him and all have reported that they were impressed with his abilities."

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Jeremiah Denslow

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott earned a strong legal reputation serving as a prosecuting attorney for over a decade. Now that he's in private practice, he's been just as impressive. Scott is a tremendous advocate for his clients and I have no reservation in giving him my highest endorsement."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Timothy Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott Kent is one of the most skilled trial attorneys in the area of criminal law. As one of the counties top prosecutors he was the best in cases ranging from DUI to Murder. AS a defense attroney he has proven to be even more successful representingg his clients! He is a lawyer you can trust to win the most difficult cases"

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, National Trial lawyers Association

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Partner, Martin & Kent, LLC

1993 - 2006

Felony Prosecutor, DuPage County State's Attorney's Office

Associations

2009 - Present

Kane County Bar Association

Member

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

2009 - 2010

DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Vice President

2006 - 2014

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2011

Illinois Capital Litigation Trial Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Mahmoud Saleh

Conviction reversed and case remanded for further proceedings.

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Education

1994

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Northern Illinois University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

DuPage Coutny Attorney Resource Center

Illinois Concealed Carry Review

Languages

English

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