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Serving Edwardsville and the East St. Louis, Illinois
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25

Years Of Experience

Strong Criminal Defense Advocacy, Responsive Service And True Support

Criminal defense attorney Jessica Koester understands that everything can change when you or your loved one has been charged with a crime. A lifelong Edwardsville resident, she provides strong advocacy — support, compassion and tenacity — and responsive service to each person she represents. When you are a client of the firm, attorney Koester personally addresses all aspects of your criminal defense. Your case will receive the time and attention it deserves. Your phone calls will be returned promptly, and your important questions will get answered. Moreover, Ms. Koester has the courtroom and trial experience needed to passionately fight to safeguard your rights.

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The criminal justice system can be intimidating and frightening. Law enforcement officers, investigators and prosecutors may try hard to peg you as a criminal and secure your conviction. At this time, it is important to remember that you have legal rights, including the right to obtain the help of a skilled criminal defense lawyer. The Law Office of Jessica Koester, LLC is an established Edwardsville law firm that was founded on the principle that it is not enough for your lawyer to simply guide you through the system. Attorney Jessica Koester analyzes the details, the circumstances and the law to fight for you from day one. It is more than a willingness to go to trial, when necessary. It is the hard work at every stage – standing strong against prosecutors to fight for just results – that benefits you when you turn to The Law Office of Jessica Koester, LLC to defend your rights.

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Jessica J Koester

Jessica J. Koester

Graduated from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, May 1999 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. Graduated from the University of Notre Dame Law School, South Bend, IN, May 2002 with my Juris Doctor. While in law school I began clerking with the law firm of Lucco, Brown and Mudge.

Jessica Koester

Jessica Koester

Best of the Best Attorneys, Top 10, Established-2019
Elite Lawyer, Criminal Defense, Jessica Koester, 2022
Litigator of The Year - 2023, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
Madison County Bar Association, Established 1926
Nation's Premier, NACDA, Top Ten Ranking 2013
Reach Out To A Local Lawyer Who Cares About A Strong Criminal Defense

Reach Out To A Local Lawyer Who
Cares About A Strong Criminal Defense

618-692-4900 Call 24/7 For Your Free Consultation

A criminal conviction, whether a felony or misdemeanor, is always serious and can have lifelong implications. These consequences can include jail or prison time, heavy fines and a strike on your permanent record. Employers can view your criminal record, as can landlords and institutions of higher education. If you are facing criminal charges, selecting the right Edwardsville criminal defense attorney can be vital to the outcome of your case. Choose wisely. You need and deserve a resolute advocate who will challenge the prosecution and prepare the strongest defense possible. Call The Law Office of Jessica Koester, LLC at 618-307-4192 any time of day or night to arrange a free consultation. You may also fill out the short contact form below to get started on your criminal defense. The firm is conveniently located within walking distance of the Edwardsville courthouse. Evening and weekend appointments are available.

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