Devin McLaughlin

Devin McLaughlin is a Vermont litigator at Langrock Sperry & Wool, representing clients in criminal defense, DUI/DWI, family law, personal injury law, appeals, college discipline, and business litigation. He frequently handles appeals before the Vermont Supreme Court and the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. His practice supports people facing serious charges, family conflict, injury claims, disciplinary matters, and complex disputes requiring careful strategy, strong writing, and steady courtroom advocacy at each litigation stage.

Devin earned a J.D. magna cum laude from Georgetown University. He received a B.A. with honors from Princeton University. His education supports precise legal analysis, persuasive briefing, and practical advocacy in criminal, family, injury, and appellate matters. After law school, he clerked for Judge Ellsworth A. Van Graafeiland on the Second Circuit and Chief Justice Frederic W. Allen of the Vermont Supreme Court, before starting private litigation practice.

Devin was selected by judges of the Second Circuit Court of Appeals as a CJA attorney representing indigent defendants in federal criminal appeals. He was also appointed to the Criminal Rules Advisory Committee of the Vermont Supreme Court. His memberships include the Vermont Bar Association, American Bar Association, Vermont Association for Justice, and Vermont Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers, reflecting continued engagement with trial practice and appellate advocacy for clients.

Devin McLaughlin is admitted to Vermont state and federal courts and the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America for criminal defense since 2010, including Lawyer of the Year honors for general practice and white-collar defense. His work helps clients pursue successful outcomes through preparation, clear advice, disciplined advocacy, and practical judgment in stressful disputes and appellate litigation matters alike.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Langrock Sperry & Wool
• Member, Vermont Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Vermont Association for Justice
• Member, Vermont Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers

Licensed State

• Vermont

Education

• Georgetown University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Princeton University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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