Atty. Stephen E. Kravit

Atty. Stephen E. Kravit

Stephen E. Kravit is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar.

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Profile Summary

About Stephen E. Kravit at a glance

Stephen E. Kravit is a criminal defense, business, white collar, and litigation attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Kravit Hovel & Krawczyk SC. Educated at Harvard University (JD, 1975) and University of Wisconsin–Madison (BA (honors), 1972). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Stephen E. Kravit is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Stephen E., who practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 1991
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephen E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

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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Business & Corporate Law

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

Stephen E. Kravit is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →

White Collar Crimes

Stephen E. Kravit is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Wisconsin →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen E. Kravit is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →

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 SC. 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, business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
Where did Stephen E. Kravit go to law school?
Stephen E. Kravit earned their education at (JD, 1975); (BA (honors), 1972).
How can I contact Stephen E. Kravit for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen E. Kravit directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen E. Kravit received?
Stephen E. Kravit's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

JD
Harvard University
- 1975
BA (honors)
University of Wisconsin–Madison
- 1972

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — White-Collar Criminal Defense
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Milwaukee)
- 2014

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