FORMER PROSECUTOR • U.S. MARINE CORPS CAPTAIN • TRIAL ATTORNEY
Meet Attorney John Kitchin Kansas & Missouri DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney
When you’re facing criminal charges, your choice of attorney can shape the outcome of your case—and your future.
When you’re facing criminal charges, your choice of attorney can shape the outcome of your case—and your future.
For more than 35 years, Attorney John Kitchin has defended individuals charged with DUI, DWI, traffic offenses, misdemeanors, and serious felonies throughout Kansas and Missouri. As a former prosecutor and experienced trial attorney, he understands how criminal cases are investigated, charged, and prosecuted—and uses that knowledge to build strategic, results-driven defenses for every client.
Whether you’re under investigation, recently arrested, or preparing for court, John provides honest guidance, aggressive representation, and personalized legal strategies focused on protecting your rights, your record, and your future.
✔ 35+ Years of Criminal Defense Experience
✔ Former Prosecutor
✔ Former U.S. Marine Corps Captain & Military Attorney
✔ 3,543+ Cases Successfully Handled
✔ Licensed in Kansas & Missouri
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A Career Built on Courtroom Experience
John Kitchin has spent his career inside courtrooms, representing individuals facing some of the most challenging moments of their lives.
Raised in Kansas City, Missouri, John began building a foundation of discipline, leadership, and analytical thinking long before entering private practice. After earning his Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Texas Christian University and his Juris Doctor from Saint Louis University School of Law, he served as a Captain and military attorney in the United States Marine Corps.
Following military service, John worked as a prosecutor, gaining firsthand experience with how criminal cases are investigated, evaluated, negotiated, and tried. That unique perspective continues to provide valuable insight when defending clients accused of crimes throughout Kansas and Missouri.
Over the course of more than three decades, John has represented thousands of clients, handled hundreds of felony cases, and successfully defended individuals facing everything from first-time DUI charges to serious felony allegations.
Experience That Makes a Difference
First-Time DUI & DWI Defense
John understands how prosecutors evaluate evidence, negotiate cases, and prepare for tria allowing him to anticipate their strategies and identify weaknesses that can strengthen the defense.
Trial-Tested Advocate
While many criminal cases resolve through negotiation, every case is prepared as though it may proceed to trial.
Military Leadership
John's background as a United States Marine Corps Captain instilled the discipline, preparation, and attention to detail that continue to define his legal practice today.
Local Court Experience
Having practiced extensively throughout Kansas and Missouri, John understands the procedures, prosecutors, judges, and local court systems that can influence how criminal cases are handled.
The Kitchin Law Firm Difference
Every criminal case is unique. No two clients have the same circumstances, goals, or challenges.
Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, John develops defense strategies tailored to the specific facts of each case. Whether challenging the legality of a traffic stop, questioning forensic evidence, negotiating reduced charges, or preparing for trial, every decision is guided by one objective: achieving the best possible outcome for the client.
Clients work directly with John throughout their case and receive honest communication, practical advice, and experienced representation from start to finish.
Every Client Deserves a Strong Defense
Being accused of a crime does not define who you are.
Attorney John Kitchin believes every person deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and the full protection of the law. Every client deserves an attorney willing to challenge the government’s evidence, protect constitutional rights, and advocate aggressively on their behalf.
That commitment has guided his practice for more than three decades and continues to shape every case the firm accepts.
Why Clients Choose Kitchin Law Firm
Former Prosecutor Advantage
Former prosecutor with firsthand insight into how criminal cases are investigated and prosecuted.
Direct Attorney Access
Work directly with Attorney John Kitchin throughout your case, with clear communication and personalized legal guidance.
Convenient Representation
Experienced representation backed by decades of courtroom practice throughout Kansas and Missouri.
Trial-Ready
Representation
Every case is strategically prepared from day one, whether it resolves through negotiation or proceeds to trial.
Flexible Payment Options
Quality legal representation with payment options designed to make experienced defense more accessible.
Many matters can be handled through phone calls, email, and virtual meetings, reducing unnecessary office visits whenever possible.
KITCHIN LAW FIRM
Professional Background
Saint Louis University School of Law
Juris Doctor
Texas Christian University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance
UNITED STATES
MARINE CORPS CAPTAIN
Military Attorney
KITCHIN LAW FIRM
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
35+ YEARS
Practicing Criminal defense
FORMER
PROSECUTOR
3,543+ Cases
Successfully Handled
Hundreds of
Felony cases
25+ JURY TRIALS
Hundreds of
BENCH TRIALS
Jurisdictions Served
Kansas and Missouri, including Johnson County, Wyandotte County, Jackson County, and surrounding courts throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area
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About us Faqs
Who is Attorney John Kitchin?
Attorney John Kitchin is a Kansas and Missouri criminal defense lawyer with more than 35 years of experience representing clients charged with DUI, DWI, traffic offenses, misdemeanors, and felony crimes.
Is John Kitchin a former prosecutor?
Yes. Before entering private practice, John served as a prosecutor, giving him valuable insight into how criminal cases are investigated, charged, and litigated.
What courts does Kitchin Law Firm serve?
Kitchin Law Firm represents clients throughout Kansas and Missouri, including courts in Johnson County, Wyandotte County, Jackson County, and surrounding communities.
Do I work directly with John Kitchin?
Yes. Clients work directly with Attorney John Kitchin throughout their case and receive personalized legal guidance from consultation through resolution.
How do I get started?
Contact Kitchin Law Firm to schedule a confidential consultation. Early legal representation can make a significant difference in protecting your rights and evaluating your options.
What types of criminal cases does John Kitchin handle?
Attorney John Kitchin handles a wide range of criminal defense matters, including DUI/DWI, traffic offenses, misdemeanors, felony charges, drug offenses, theft, domestic violence, and other criminal cases in Kansas and Missouri.
Your Defense Starts With One Conversation
Every criminal case begins with a decision. Choosing the right attorney early can make a meaningful difference in how your case moves forward.
Attorney John Kitchin will listen to your situation, explain your legal options, and help you understand the next steps—so you can move forward with confidence.
Every criminal case begins with a decision. Choosing the right attorney early can make a meaningful difference in how your case moves forward.
Attorney John Kitchin will listen to your situation, explain your legal options, and help you understand the next steps—so you can move forward with confidence.
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