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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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Federal prosecutors convict 46 for supplying illegal pills
Federal prosecutors convict 46 for supplying illegal pills
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

There are many different types of white-collar crimes on the books in Illinois and on the…

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Are you inadvertently involved in a Ponzi scheme?
Are you inadvertently involved in a Ponzi scheme?
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

It’s not uncommon for Illinois citizens to venture into an investment with friends and family. Unfortunately,…

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What happens if an officer finds drugs after a traffic stop?
What happens if an officer finds drugs after a traffic…
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

Illinois officers pull drivers over every day for a variety of reasons. In some cases, they…

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What is credit card fraud?
What is credit card fraud?
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

Credit card scams are one of the most common types of fraud in Illinois. A credit…

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Domestic violence convictions and health care worker waivers
Domestic violence convictions and health care worker waivers
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Last Modified on Jun 13, 2025

If you have been convicted of domestic violence in Illinois, you may have trouble getting a…

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What you need to know about domestic violence
What you need to know about domestic violence
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Last Modified on Apr 29, 2025

Domestic abuse can happen to anyone in Illinois regardless of sexual orientation, gender, age or race.…

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Can you have a restraining order dismissed?
Can you have a restraining order dismissed?
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Last Modified on Aug 26, 2026

Many people in Illinois don’t realize that you can have a restraining order dismissed if you…

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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 Jul 07, 2026

“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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