Shaun Kent

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Shaun Kent: Attorney with Kent Law Firm, LLC
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Gold Client Champion
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Biography

Shaun Kent has been practicing law in the State of South Carolina for over 20 years. From simple Assault and Battery to Murder, Shaun has defended and tried almost every type of case imaginable.

The primary focus of the Kent Law Firm has been the trial by jury. Our fundamental belief is that each case our firm handles should be treated as if it’s going to be tried to a verdict before a jury. That belief has led to some amazing results.

Very few lawyers can claim the successful results that Shaun has obtained in such a wide variety of legal areas throughout his career.

In his civil litigation practice, Shaun has gotten both a million-dollar verdict and settlement for injured clients.

Shaun’s experience trying criminal cases is unrivaled in South Carolina. He has successfully prosecuted and defended multiple murder trials in South Carolina and surrounding states. He is one of the select few lawyers who has obtained not guilty verdicts in multiple criminal trials in Federal Court. He has also tried hundreds of DUI’s and magistrate-level cases in Magistrate’s Courts across the state.

His trial experience is not limited to just criminal and personal injury cases. Shaun has also obtained multiple successful awards before the Workers’ Compensation Commissioners on behalf of injured workers.

Shaun has significant experience in Family Court where he has successfully tried multiple juvenile and divorce cases.

After Law School

After graduating from law school, Kent returned to Aiken, South Carolina and taught criminal law at a local university. He served as a Public Defender for Aiken before leaving and going to Charleston, South Carolina to serve as Assistant Solicitor under the late Ralph Hoisington. As a prosecutor, Kent was tasked with the responsibility of overseeing and training young prosecutors, as well as handling complex murder and high profile drug cases. Since leaving the prosecutor’s office, Kent has primarily practiced in Manning, South Carolina focusing on criminal defense as well as some personal injury work. Shaun has been invited by many attorneys all over the country to help try complex criminal cases.

In 2012, Kent opened his own law firm, Kent Law Firm. Shaun married the love of his life, Xeniya, in 2017. The two are blessed with two Pomeranians, Clark and Sparty.
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Areas of Practice (21)

  • Criminal Defense
  • Arson Defense
  • Assault and Battery
  • Domestic Violence
  • Criminal Sexual Conduct
  • Drug Defense
  • DUI Defense and DUI Felony
  • Embezzlement
  • Expungement
  • Federal Criminal Defense
  • Pre-Trial Intervention Program
  • Stalking
  • White Collar Crime
  • Personal Injury
  • Auto Accidents
  • Dog Bites
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Slip and Fall Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Workers’ Compensation
  • Wrongful Death
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Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of South Carolina, B.A., 1997
Law School Attended:
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D., 2000
Year of First Admission:
2000
Admission:
2000, South Carolina
Birth Information:
Savannah, Georgia, August 27, 1974
ISLN:
917722385

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (18 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.7/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/02/22 in Criminal Law

    Shaun has forgotten more about criminal defense than I'll ever know.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/28/22 in Criminal Law

    I have used Mr. Kent as co-counsel in several cases over the past 20 years and he is excellent. He works very hard, knows his craft and excels in the courtroom.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/27/22 in Criminal Law

    Shaun is the epitome of what a criminal defense lawyer should be. Caring, smart, experienced, and fearless.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/27/22 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/26/22 in Criminal Law

    He is one of the most charismatic and intelligent lawyers around

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/26/22 in Federal Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/26/22 in Criminal Law

    If I was ever arrested I would call Shaun Kent. Shaun is one of the best, if not THE best, trial lawyers in South Carolina. His knowledge of the law, work ethic and ability to speak to a jury is bar none. We have tried several cases together with... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/26/22 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 04/26/22 in Criminal Law

    Shaun is an excellent lawyer and a zealous advocate for each and every one of his clients

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 04/26/22 in Criminal Law

    Shaun is a highly skilled lawyer who advocates exceptionally for his clients while maintaining an approachable personality.

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Avvo Client Review
1.0/5.0 (1 review)

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (8 reviews)
Gold Client Champion

Mr. Kent and his team provided excellent service in my legal proceedings. Mr. Kent’s attention to detail, combined with his excellent communication skills, greatly reduced any stress and anxiety I e...

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