One of our inalienable rights under the law is that we are presumed innocent – until proven guilty in a court of law. Unfortunately, even being accused of a crime can make people look at you differently. The government will do all it can to convict you, and your reputation may be harmed.
At Kerns Law Group, we defend your freedom – as well as your good name. We have experience representing people all around the United States and throughout the world, including those who have faced even the most serious criminal charges.
As a respected criminal defense attorney with decades of experience in the industry, Kurt Kerns knows how to win some of the most challenging cases. Kurt has earned the esteem of his peers on both sides of the aisle with his many victories in complex, high-profile cases, including international crimes, major drug offenses, federal violations, and murder.
In federal court, Kurts’ skill, determination, and expert guidance have enabled his clients to avoid conviction in ten consecutive jury trials. He has had fourteen murder trials taken to a jury, of those, ten of his clients were acquitted and two were convicted of lesser manslaughter charges.
As the founding member of the Kerns Law Group, Kurt Kerns and his team maintain offices in Wichita and Dodge City, Kansas, as well as The Hague in the Netherlands. You can find him listed in Best Lawyers in America, and he’s been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers for ten years running. Kurt has also earned an AV Preeminent Rating, the highest and most sought-after designation under the Martindale-Hubbell’s peer review rating system.
Despite his career success and reputation as one of the leading criminal defense attorneys in the US, Kurt continues to seek out further training and knowledge related to his field. He has completed additional and extensive legal training at the National Criminal Defense College, as well as Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, where he is currently on staff.
For several years, Kurt proudly served on the board of governors for the Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and he currently holds a lifetime membership to the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Kurt Kerns is not only renowned in the US, but he is also a respected international criminal defense attorney. He is often called to practice before the International War Crime Tribunal in The Hague, Netherlands. Only 26 attorneys from the US are authorized to appear in the International Criminal Court, and he is one of them. Most recently, he defended Commander Vinko Martinovic in a landmark case.
Kurt Kerns frequently lends his knowledge and expertise in criminal defense seminars across the United States. Previously, he has served as a valued and expert commentator on A&E American Justice and Court TV. As a persuasive, successful, and internationally renowned criminal defense attorney, he has earned the respect of clients, jurors, and judges alike.
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Posted by Kristin | April 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Kerns is currently representing me. His professionalism is outstanding. I can rest at night knowing my case is in good hands.
Posted by Cindy | August 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Before hiring Kurt for our son's case, I was told by many different people what an excellent attorney he is, and that this difficult case would be handled. I had no idea how true those words were. The outcome far exceeded our expectations, or what we had even hoped for. To say he is excellent is an u...
Posted by Carla | October 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
By the time I scheduled my consultation with Kurt, I had already hired 1 criminal law firm, a public defender and countless consultations with other lawyers. I was feeling discouraged because not one of them seemed to care or hear the whole situation. As soon as the elevator door opened and Kurt ...
Posted by Vickia | August 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney
If you are looking for a criminal defense lawyer, you would be doing your self a disservice not to choose Kurt P. Kerns and his power team. He represented my boyfriend in one of the biggest federal cases in the Northern District of Oklahoma. It was an extremely scary time as my boyfriend faced 30 y...
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2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2019
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Courageous Attorney Award, Kansas Bar Association
2009
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018 - Present
Founder, Kerns Law Group
2015 - Present
Founder, Warrior Lawyers International
2002 - Present
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeInstructor
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1991
J.D.,
1988
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