Jay Norton has handled almost nothing but DUI related cases in the municipal, district, and federal courts of eastern Kansas since graduating from the University of Kansas School of Law in 1994. He has developed a strong reputation for obtaining dismissals, acquittals, and other favorable dispositions for his clients in DUI misdemeanors and felonies. View his successful defense results for DUI cases.
Mr. Norton served on the DUI Advisory Committee of the Kansas Judicial Council and has testified before the Kansas Legislature on multiple occasions concerning the DUI laws in the state of Kansas. He is the author of “The Kansas DUI Manual, Everything You Need to Know to Handle Your Case, Navigate the System and Come Out Alive”, a guide for persons charged with DUI in Kansas, co-author of “Kansas DUI Defense: The Law and Practice”, a treatise for attorneys representing people charged with DUI”, and is the author of “The Art of War for Criminal Defense Attorneys” which adapted Sun Tzu’s classic treatise on waging war to the practice of criminal defense.
Mr. Norton is one of the most accomplished and respected DUI defense attorneys in Kansas. For nearly two decades, he has dedicated his practice to defending individuals charged with DUI and criminal offenses. Jay is known for his meticulous approach to discovery, strong pretrial motions practice, and willingness to take cases to trial when necessary. He appears in court daily and is committed to achieving the best possible results for his clients.
Professional Accolades
Jay has earned numerous awards recognizing his legal skill, integrity, and success in the courtroom, including:
- Super Lawyers: Selected every year since 2006
- Martindale-Hubbell: AV-Preeminent 5/5 rating, the highest possible
- Avvo: Rated 10/10 – Superb
- Top 100 Trial Attorneys, American Trial Attorneys Association
- “Best of the Bar – Criminal Defense”, Kansas City Business Journal
- State Delegate (Kansas) – National College for DUI Defense
- Fellow, Johnson County Bar Association
- Board Member – Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (KACDL)
- Chair, KACDL Strike Force
- Continuing Legal Education Instructor on DUI law for Kansas attorneys
Professional Memberships
Jay maintains active involvement in leading legal organizations, including:
- Kansas Bar Association
- Johnson County Bar Association
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- National College for DUI Defense
Approach to Defense
Jay believes the strongest defense begins with:
- Detailed case investigation
- Aggressive use of pretrial motions
- Thorough analysis of police conduct and chemical testing
- Clear communication with clients
- Preparing every case as if it is going to trial
This approach has led to a long record of reduced charges, dismissals, and favorable trial outcomes.
Leadership & Firm Role
Jay is a founding partner at Norton Hare, LLC, where he leads the firm’s DUI and criminal defense practice. He represents clients across the state of Kansas and is known for his professionalism, courtroom experience, and unwavering commitment to justice.
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