Atty. Scott D. Kruger
Scott was born and raised in Hamilton, Ohio and graduated Valedictorian of Hamilton High School in 1997. He was enrolled in the Honors Program at The Ohio State University where he graduated Cum Laude in 2001.
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Scott D. Kruger is a Partner based in Hamilton, Ohio, practicing at Kruger & Hodges Hometown Injury Lawyers. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2006). Educated at Northern Kentucky University, Salmon P. Chase College of Law (J.D., 2005). Serands clients in Hamilton, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Scott was born and raised in Hamilton, Ohio and graduated Valedictorian of Hamilton High School in 1997
- He was enrolled in the Honors Program at The Ohio State University where he graduated Cum Laude in 2001
- Scott had the unique experiences of working as a Youth Corrections Officer at the Butler County Juvenile Detention Center and serving a law clerk for a major personal injury firm in Cincinnati, Ohio all while attending law school at Northern Kentucky University Chase College of Law
- Scott graduated in 2005 and gained valuable trial experience working for the Hamilton County Public Defender’s Office before entering private practice
- After winning his very first jury trial, Scott entered private practice in Hamilton, Ohio in 2008
- During the last 10 years
- Scott expanded his practice to include not only criminal defense but also personal injury
- Scott has successfully defended numerous criminal matters including such felonies as Aggravated Burglary, Gross Sexual Imposition and Kidnapping as well as Theft, Domestic Violence, OVI/DUI, Voyeurism, and Assault
- In addition to his criminal practice, Scott has secured numerous settlements for victims of automobile accidents, serious personal injury and wrongful death claims
- In addition to his law practice, Scott is an avid sports fan and a dedicated practitioner of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, where he holds the rank of purple belt and has placed as high as Bronze in international competition
- Most importantly, Scott is a strong believer in giving back to his community
- He is a board member of both the Hamilton City School District and the Hamilton Community Foundation
- Scott is also a member of Hamilton Rotary Club and a chairperson for the Notary Commission of the Butler County Bar Association
- Scott has also volunteered for Hand Me Down Dobes, Inc., a Doberman Pinscher rescue group
- Scott continues to reside in Hamilton with his wife, Tara, and their three dogs
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Why local counsel matters in Ohio
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hamilton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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