Atty. Stephen E. Kravit

Atty. Stephen E. Kravit

Phi Beta Kappa; Phi Kappa Phi; Omicron Delta Epsilon. Recipient, U.S.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (414) 373-2560 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Stephen E. Kravit at a glance

Stephen E. Kravit is a Shareholder based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Kravit, Hovel & Krawczyk s.c.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, federal crimes, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Western District o (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1975) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A. Economics, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Milwaukee. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • Omicron Delta Epsilon
  • Recipient, U.S
  • Attorney General's Award for Distinguished Service, 1979

Lecturer

  • Advocacy Workshop, Harvard Law School, 1978
  • General Practice Course, University of Wisconsin Law School, 1979
  • Criminal Law Institute, 1977-1984, 1986, 1989-1994, 1996, 2003-2004
  • Marquette Law School
  • "An Aggressive Strategy of RICO Recovery," presented to the Insurance Security Association, 1986
  • American Society for Industrial Security, 1986
  • Asset Protection Executives Association, 1987
  • Excess and Surplus Lines Claims Association, 1988
  • International Association of Insurance Fraud Agencies, 1989
  • National Association of Insurance Commissioners, 1990
  • National Conference of Insurance Legislators, 1991
  • NBI Fraud Litigation in Wisconsin, 1992
  • The Network of Trial Law Firms, 1993-2005
  • Assistant U.S
  • Attorney, Eastern District of Wisconsin, 1976-1979
  • Commissioner, Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission, 1984-1987
  • Fox Point Police Commission, 1997— and President, 2005—
  • Listed in: Best Lawyers in America, more than 10 years
  • Named one of "Best Lawyers in Milwaukee" by Milwaukee Magazine, 1995, 2003, 2005
  • Top 50 Wisconsin Super Lawyer, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
  • Chairman, The Network of Trial Law Firms 1997-1998

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen E. Kravit's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen E. Kravit handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen E. Kravit

Where is Stephen E. Kravit's law office located?
Stephen E. Kravit's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Kravit, Hovel & Krawczyk s.c.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen E. Kravit handle?
Stephen E. Kravit focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, federal crimes, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Stephen E. Kravit practiced law?
Stephen E. Kravit has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Stephen E. Kravit go to law school?
Stephen E. Kravit earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A. Economics, 1972).
How can I contact Stephen E. Kravit for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen E. Kravit received?
Stephen E. Kravit's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1975
B.A. Economics
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Western District o
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981

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