Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Iowa City, IA

24 firms listed · 7 in Iowa City · 2 open 24/7 · 5 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

Farnsworth Law PLC

Farnsworth Law PLC

(49)
  • Knowledge
  • Comfortable
  • Law Firm
“They got the absolute best outcome I could have possibly hoped for and I would strongly suggest if anyone in Iowa City or the surrounding areas finds themselves in a precarious situation with the law, this is the team to go to.”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2022
103 E College St # 209, Iowa City, IA
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Adam Pollack, Attorney At Law

Adam Pollack, Attorney At Law

(45)
  • Questions
  • Diligence
  • Police
“Recently, my no contact order has been dismissed by the effort of Adam, very very powerful Attorney, he is patron saint, who not only give a hope to win the case, but also encourage you to believe fairness and justice.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2007
1129 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA
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Thompson Law Office

Thompson Law Office

(40)
  • Information
  • Speeding Ticket
  • Competence
“So earlier I called to get some information adv or what not and had a bad interaction, that interaction was with the call service he uses and wasn't one of his personal employees.”
In Business Since 2007
308 E Burlington St #147, Iowa City, IA
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Keegan, Tindal & Jaeger

Keegan, Tindal & Jaeger

(30)
  • Knowledge
  • Law Firm
  • Confidence
“Though I certainly do not plan to have to use Dean's services again, I am glad he was there to get my head out of the guillotine when I needed him and keep my record clean.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1952
319 E Bloomington St, Iowa City, IA
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Honohan, Epley, Braddock & Brenneman

Honohan, Epley, Braddock & Brenneman

(5)
“Great Place to get your Taxes done”
In Business Since 2005
330 E Court St, Iowa City, IA
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Kennedy Law Firm

Kennedy Law Firm

(6)
“She is well versed, timely, and knows how to get stuff done.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1973
920 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA
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The 24 firms listed for Iowa City, IA defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Iowa City, IA

7 of the 24 firms we list are based in Iowa City; the other 17 serve Iowa City from towns including Cedar Rapids (23 mi), Davenport (48 mi) and Rock Island, IL (51 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,173 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), responsiveness (72%) and quality (66%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "communication". 2 are open around the clock; 5 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (5), personal injury (4), medical malpractice (3), real estate (3) and adoption (2). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 16 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 2 offer urgent consultations and 7 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Why are firms outside Iowa City shown on this page?

7 of the 24 firms are based in Iowa City; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.

OWI Iowa Connections

OWI Iowa Connections

(1)
“My lawyer really made the process easier and, more importantly, faster.”
450 IA-1, Iowa City, IA
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Trey Sucher Law PLC

Trey Sucher Law PLC

(36)
  • Service
  • Text
  • Communication
“Hello lawyer, good morning, I just opened my email that Miss Jessica sent me, letting me know that they already tested me to renew my permit again, thank you very much for your help.”
In Business Since 2010
West Liberty, IA · 15 mi from Iowa City
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Vondra Law Office PLC

Vondra Law Office PLC

(22)
  • Integrity
  • Understanding
  • Community
“I have heard from many others who barely had their bills covered by the other driver's insurance after an accident and I at least now have some means to pursue further treatments and a few minor renovations to make our home a little more accessible f...”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2020
North Liberty, IA · 8 mi from Iowa City
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David A. Cmelik Law PLC

David A. Cmelik Law PLC

(49)
  • Call
  • Legal Services
  • Veteran
“I would highly recommend for anyone seeking a valuable well rounded attorney who actual answers his phone, literally every time I called him he answered or had a response.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2016
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Law Office of Raphael M. Scheetz Immigration and Criminal Defense

Law Office of Raphael M. Scheetz Immigration and Criminal Defense

(43)
  • Knowledge
  • Compassion
  • Immigration Lawyer
“Personally, after being made to panic by the lawyer at the bigger law firm in Des Moines , then when we met Ray face to face; based on how he was talking to us, we could feel the peace of mind.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1999
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Viner Law Firm

Viner Law Firm

(43)
  • Custody
  • Financial
  • Team
“My case was particularly unusual in that my Ex and I divorced in NC, never had a court filed document pertaining to custody or child support, and then we both moved to different states (he to Texas and me to Iowa).”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1999
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Brady Preston Gronlund

Brady Preston Gronlund

(27)
  • Settled
  • Knowledge
  • Questions
“Matt and Ann Gronlund took the time to investigate the entire landscape of the matter, understood my goals, provided guidance on next steps, and set my expectations for likely outcomes.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2015
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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James P. Moriarty

James P. Moriarty

(7)
“I would recommend him for any legal process that you're currently facing I guarantee you he'll have your back.”
In Business Since 2010
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Mossman Law Firm

Mossman Law Firm

(6)
“They did a great job and we are very happy with the cost.”
In Business Since 2003
Vinton, IA · 44 mi from Iowa City
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Robert C. Bradfield Attorney

Robert C. Bradfield Attorney

(50)
  • Price
  • Jury Trial
  • Fine
“Hi to all, have to say this was a great day march 23,2023 my attorney BRADFIELD handle my case very efficient and professional, the moving traffic violation on a semi truck are very important especially if they are charging with a felony while holdin...”
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2021
Davenport, IA · 48 mi from Iowa City
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Newton Law, PLC

Newton Law, PLC

(33)
  • Knowledge
  • Compassionate
  • Communication
“Going through a stressful divorce and strenuous custody battle Jazmine was not only a great attorney but also a genuinely good person I was glad to have by my side through it all.”
BBB Rating: A
In Business Since 2023
Davenport, IA · 48 mi from Iowa City
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Hansen Law Offices

Hansen Law Offices

(48)
  • Charges
  • File
  • Understanding
“I was accused of a felony Peter Hansen help me out big-time I really appreciate it and the charges against me were dismissed so I'm really glad Peter help me out and his assistant Kim thx u so much”
Accepts Check
In Business Since 1988
Burlington, IA · 63 mi from Iowa City
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Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham

Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham

(35)
  • Interest
  • Phone
  • Information
“Thank you very much for your professionalism, and comprehensive information and accuracy, you delivered as promised, on time, and put our minds at ease!”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2011
Rock Island, IL · 51 mi from Iowa City
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Paulson, Vandersnick & Bradfield

Paulson, Vandersnick & Bradfield

(28)
  • Know
  • Phone
  • Grateful
“It was over a year to the jury trial and I was well aware of the case the entire time because Matt kept me informed and was only a phone call away if I did have any questions or concerns.”
Se Habla Español
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2018
Rock Island, IL · 51 mi from Iowa City
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Hanna & Ruud

Hanna & Ruud

(37)
  • Outcome
  • Price
  • Right
“They were able to resolve a matter for a client who resides in Nebraska without the client having to appear in court and Hanna & Ruud, LLC obtained a favorable result.”
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2002
Moline, IL · 53 mi from Iowa City
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The Law Office of Jacob Hoelscher

The Law Office of Jacob Hoelscher

(47)
  • Divorce
  • Judge
  • Outcome
“I just cannot thank Hany enough for all of his honesty, hard work, his ability to give us the closure, and being able to hold the other party accountable for their actions.”
East Moline, IL · 57 mi from Iowa City
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John O. Moeller, Attorney

John O. Moeller, Attorney

(22)
  • Knowledge
  • Understanding
“John I hired outa state for a 13 year old case he was very reasonable in price and communicated with me regularly and promptly he s a very honest professional lawyer one of the most honest lawyers I've ever met it was great to deal with him and I gre...”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1982
Davenport, IA · 48 mi from Iowa City
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Keys Law Offices

Keys Law Offices

(9)
“He made himself available when we needed and always took the time to answer our questions.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2014
Rock Island, IL · 51 mi from Iowa City
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