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Jessica J. Koester

Jessica J. Koester is the founding attorney of The Law Office of Jessica Koester, LLC in Edwardsville, Illinois. Since 2002, she has focused her practice on criminal defense, federal crimes, and juvenile law. Ms. Koester is admitted to the Illinois State Bar and earned her J.D. from Notre Dame Law School in 2002. Her work has been recognized by Super Lawyers and the National Trial Lawyers, among other organizations, for her contributions to the field of criminal defense.

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Actor Drake Bell denies assault against ex-girlfriend
Actor Drake Bell denies assault against ex-girlfriend
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

“Drake and Josh” actor Drake Bell is denying accusations that he was abusive toward his ex-girlfriend…

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Violence among married couples differs according to ethnicity
Violence among married couples differs according to ethnicity
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Last Modified on Apr 30, 2025

A recent study showed that Black and Hispanic couples in Illinois and other parts of the…

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Formulating a defense when charged with domestic violence
Formulating a defense when charged with domestic violence
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

When someone is arrested for domestic violence in Illinois, there can be serious consequences. Not only…

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What is domestic violence?
What is domestic violence?
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

Domestic violence is considered to be a cycle of violence that involves physical and psychological abuse…

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Defending against domestic violence charges
Defending against domestic violence charges
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

In the past, the authorities did not take domestic violence seriously. In many cases, police would…

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Supreme court says marijuana smell is probable cause for a search
Supreme court says marijuana smell is probable cause for a…
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

Though marijuana is now legal for medical use in Illinois, the smell of it can still…

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Couple charged after hotel room search
Couple charged after hotel room search
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

A 29-year-old Illinois man and a 29-year-old Illinois woman were taken into custody on narcotics charges…

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Woman faces drug charges based on confidential informant
Woman faces drug charges based on confidential informant
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

Confidential informants often play significant roles in Illinois drug cases. In one such case, a 26-year-old…

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Illinois man detained on suspicion of drug manufacturing
Illinois man detained on suspicion of drug manufacturing
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

An 18-year-old man from Illinois has been detained on suspicion of manufacturing and delivering drugs. Law…

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