Criminal Law Attorney in Wichita, Kansas
Kurt Kerns is the founding member of Kerns Law Group and an experienced criminal defense attorney known for handling complex, high-profile cases involving international crimes, major drug offenses, federal violations, and murder. His federal trial record includes ten consecutive jury trials in which his clients avoided conviction. He has taken 14 murder cases to a jury, resulting in 10 acquittals and two convictions for lesser manslaughter charges. Kerns maintains offices in Wichita and Dodge City, Kansas, and The Hague, Netherlands, and is recognized for his work in both domestic and international criminal defense.
Kerns has been listed in Best Lawyers in America and selected for Super Lawyers for ten consecutive years. He has also received an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Committed to continued professional development, he has completed extensive training at the National Criminal Defense College and Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, where he currently serves on staff. He previously served on the board of governors of the Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and holds a lifetime membership in the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Kerns is also authorized to appear before the International Criminal Court, has defended clients before international war crimes tribunals, and has served as a criminal defense commentator for A&E American Justice and Court TV. He regularly shares his expertise at criminal defense seminars throughout the United States.
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