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.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI
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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). Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- 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
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Stephen E. Kravit's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen E. Kravit handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Criminal Defense in Milwaukee
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 in Milwaukee
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Stephen E. Kravit is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →
White Collar Crimes in Milwaukee
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Civil Litigation in Milwaukee
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Milwaukee
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 venue, 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.
Milwaukee Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Milwaukee-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Milwaukee Choose Stephen E. Kravit
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Stephen E. Kravit's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, white collar, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and white collar, Stephen E. Kravit can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Milwaukee
A Milwaukee-based practice means Stephen E. Kravit attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Stephen E. Kravit Handles in Milwaukee
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Stephen E. Kravit has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Stephen E. Kravit directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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