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Agnes Warutere is a Dedicated Attorney with International Experience. Prior to admission to the Supreme Court of Iowa, Agnes was law professor in Tanzania, a legal researcher in Canada, and a law practitioner in Kenya.

My name is Nikolas Pilcher and I am an attorney at The Law Offices of Parmenter, Pilcher, & Pilcher P.C. located in Huxley, Iowa.. I am a United States Army Veteran and an active member of my community! I received a Bachelor of Science from Bradley University in Peoria IL, and my Juris Doctor from Southern Illinois University School of Law in Carbondale IL.

Christine practices primarily in litigation with a focus on criminal defense.Christine received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Iowa in 1991 and her Juris Doctorate from Drake University Law School in 1994.  Christine is licensed to practice law in all courts within Iowa, as well as the District of Columbia.Christine is a member of the Polk County and Iowa State Bar Associations.  Christine has achieved the status of Master of the Bench in the Blackstone Inn of Court.

People ask me what I do, and when I tell them I’m a criminal defense attorney they ask, “what does that mean?”  Almost always, I tell them, “I defend people who are accused of, and charged with committing crimes.”  After hearing that, they’ll usually ask “how can you defend those people?”. I tell them the truth about what I do, and tell them "it's not about 'those people' - it’s about the sanctity of human liberty, and the cost of it if you want to take it. Every person deserves even the most basic level of respect and deserves their rights to be protected against the government that seeks to take them away."

Jon has a unique background for an Iowa attorney. He originally hails from Memphis, Tennessee. In 2004, he received his BBA in banking and finance with a minor in economics from Mississippi State University. After undergrad, Jon immediately opened an insurance agency where he managed a staff and assisted over 1000 clients with their insurance needs and financial planning. He held insurance licenses in Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi. In addition, he earned his series 6 and 63 securities licenses. In 2011, Jon entered Mississippi College School of Law. His main focus was on criminal law, receiving highest marks on both his writing requirement paper on the importance of defending 4th Amendment search and seizure rights in the wireless age and for his performance in trial practice. Jon's finance and business acumen also remained strong during law school, receiving Best Paper Awards in both Accounting for Lawyers and Secured Transactions. In May of 2014, he received his Juris Doctorate with Honors. During his legal profession, Jon has participated in federal and state court proceedings both on the side of the defense as well as the prosecution. His legal research and writing skills have been applied to briefs, motions, and judicial opinions. Cases include, but are not limited to, contract disputes, personal injury, drug possession and distribution, child abuse and neglect, rape, murder, and transportation of illegal aliens for financial gain. Jon also has experience representing minors in the juvenile system and counseling them through rehabilitation and diversionary programs. In addition, as a law firm associate, Jon dealt mostly with class action suits and the probating of wills. Jon is now a licensed attorney in Iowa focusing on criminal defense, divorce, bankruptcy, and immigration matters.

David's primary practice consists of criminal and juvenile law. He also handles administrative law matters, including license revocations.. During Law school, David participated in Mock Trial, interned at a county attorney’s office and participated in the Drake Criminal Defense Legal Clinic. David Graduated from Drake University Law school with high honors in 2020.. Outside of the office David spends his time at the gym, playing sports, and volunteering with the Homeless Veteran Standdown in Des Moines.

Dedicated to protecting the rights of her clients, Juckette Law Firm founder, Jolie B. Juckette has been practicing law in the central Iowa area for over 15 years.  She received her B.S. in Sociology with minors in Psychology & Philosophy from Iowa State University before receiving her Juris Doctor from Whittier Law School in Costa Mesa, California.  Jolie was admitted to the Iowa bar in 1999.. Her primary practice areas are Criminal Defense, Business & Corporate Law, Contracts, Estate Planning, Guardianships & Conservatorships.  Jolie is a member of the Iowa State Bar Association, Polk County Bar Association, American Bar Association & Iowa Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. Jolie enjoys volunteering within the Des Moines community.  She has served on various boards and advisory committees for Mosaic Family Counseling, Inc., Family Institute, Inc., Iowa Homeless Youth Centers & Polk County Victim Services.  She has also served as a Victims' Court Advocate for Polk County Victim Services & has participated in the Polk County Bar Association's Volunteer Lawyers Project.

During law school, Clara was the Associate Editor of the Drake Journal of Agricultural Law and was on the ABA Moot Court Team. Clara worked in the Criminal Defense Legal Clinic and interned at the Story County Attorney’s office. For most of law school, Clara worked as a law clerk at Branstad & Olson, before joining our team as an attorney after passing the Iowa Bar.. Clara received her Bachelor of Arts and Sciences from Drake University in 2020 and her Juris Doctorate from Drake Law School in 2023.. Clara’s time outside of the office is usually spent with her dog, Mazie, finding cool spots in Des Moines with her friends, or doing yoga.

Attorney Terzo Steves has been a practicing attorney since 2015 in the areas of criminal, juvenile and family law. Mr. Steves has had extensive experence handling the most complicated cases. With his legal knowledge he is able to advocate for you in the most effective and efficient ways.

Keith Herting took a circuitous route to arrive in Iowa. Originally from Nebraska, he attended Middlesex University in London to attain his Bachelor of Arts degree in Creative and Media Writing. Following his graduation he had worked in the Information Technology field in New York, NY and San Antonio, TX before choosing a career helping people navigate the many hurdles created by the legal system. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and then chose Iowa as the place he wanted to build a practice and a family.. While studying at the University of Pittsburgh, Mr. Herting worked tirelessly with the Immigration Law Clinic and a regional immigration law firm. He represented clients from all over the world in matters regarding asylum, removal proceedings, and helping clients pursue family or employment based immigration claims. Beyond his immigration experience, Mr. Herting also assisted clients in matters of custody disputes, family court orders, and criminal matters.

My name is Bo Woolman and I have been practicing law in Polk and surrounding counties since 2016. I specialize in Criminal Defense and Family Law; with experience in creating Wills and helping Certify Small Businesses in the State of Iowa. I believe in timely client communication and advocate zealously for my clients. I am the owner and operator of Woolman Law Office, PLLC located at 541 31st Street Suite C. Des Moines, IA 50312

Jess Hoeme is a Wichita-based criminal defense attorney who defends clients in municipal, state, and federal courts across Kansas. He represents individuals in criminal cases involving everything from violent crimes to white-collar crimes. Jess maintains a notable practice representing Kansas law enforcement officers and agencies in matters of professional affairs. Jess is an experienced trial attorney and has taught trial advocacy skills at the National Advocacy Center.

Jonathan W. McConnell, the founding criminal defense attorney at the McConnell Law Firm, specializes in criminal defense, including Driving Under the Influence (DUI), false sexual accusations, white collar crime and appeals. He is also highly experienced in traffic law and civil litigation.. As a noted criminal defense attorney and the leader of our firm, Jon is known for his expert knowledge and unmatched tenacity. He describes his technique as aggressive and “outside the box,” utilizing a fresh and modern approach. Both the public and his peers have taken notice, consistently rating him at the top of the profession with the most prestigious legal directories: Avvo, The National Trial Lawyers, Super Lawyers and Martindale-Hubbell.. Jon was drawn to the legal profession out of a desire to help people. The Wichita native earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in criminal justice from Wichita State University, then attended law school in Miami, Florida. After his education, he gained experience as a Law Clerk for a judge in Broward County, Florida, as an Assistant District Attorney of Sedgwick County, Kansas, and then at a criminal defense law firm.. Jon founded his own namesake law firm in 2014, and the practice was rebranded in 2017 as the McConnell Law Firm. He feels that there is great honor in the work we do, especially in helping those who are in trouble or who have made a mistake, which is why he fights tirelessly to represent each of his clients— leaving no stone unturned in the process.

One of our inalienable rights under the law is that we are presumed innocent – until proven guilty in a court of law. Unfortunately, even being accused of a crime can make people look at you differently. The government will do all it can to convict you, and your reputation may be harmed.. At Kerns Law Group, we defend your freedom – as well as your good name. We have experience representing people all around the United States and throughout the world, including those who have faced even the most serious criminal charges.. As a respected criminal defense attorney with decades of experience in the industry, Kurt Kerns knows how to win some of the most challenging cases. Kurt has earned the esteem of his peers on both sides of the aisle with his many victories in complex, high-profile cases, including international crimes, major drug offenses, federal violations, and murder.. In federal court, Kurts’ skill, determination, and expert guidance have enabled his clients to avoid conviction in ten consecutive jury trials. He has had fourteen murder trials taken to a jury, of those, ten of his clients were acquitted and two were convicted of lesser manslaughter charges.. As the founding member of the Kerns Law Group, Kurt Kerns and his team maintain offices in Wichita and Dodge City, Kansas, as well as The Hague in the Netherlands. You can find him listed in Best Lawyers in America, and he’s been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers for ten years running. Kurt has also earned an AV Preeminent Rating, the highest and most sought-after designation under the Martindale-Hubbell’s peer review rating system.. Despite his career success and reputation as one of the leading criminal defense attorneys in the US, Kurt continues to seek out further training and knowledge related to his field. He has completed additional and extensive legal training at the National Criminal Defense College, as well as Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, where he is currently on staff.. For several years, Kurt proudly served on the board of governors for the Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and he currently holds a lifetime membership to the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. Kurt Kerns is not only renowned in the US, but he is also a respected international criminal defense attorney. He is often called to practice before the International War Crime Tribunal in The Hague, Netherlands. Only 26 attorneys from the US are authorized to appear in the International Criminal Court, and he is one of them. Most recently, he defended Commander Vinko Martinovic in a landmark case.. Kurt Kerns frequently lends his knowledge and expertise in criminal defense seminars across the United States. Previously, he has served as a valued and expert commentator on A&E American Justice and Court TV. As a persuasive, successful, and internationally renowned criminal defense attorney, he has earned the respect of clients, jurors, and judges alike.

I began my criminal law career at the Miami County Attorney’s Office under Elizabeth Sweeney-Reeder. During my time as a prosecutor I worked in Juvenile, Domestic Violence, Misdemeanor Traffic, Misdemeanor Crimes, Field and Game, DUI, and Felony Failure to Register cases. This broad spectrum allowed me to gain great knowledge of criminal law. After leaving the County Attorney's Office in December of 2017, I then went to work for Cameron & Herrman, P.A, a very well-known firm in Wichita, Kansas. I work zealously to defend the rights of my clients in Criminal, Traffic, DUI, and Family Law.