Top Criminal Defense Lawyers From Iowa

In Iowa, being charged with a crime—whether it’s DUI, theft, drug offenses, or assault—can have serious consequences for your future. In a state that values honesty and doing the right thing, you deserve a fair shot and solid legal support. Having someone who knows the system and stands by your side makes all the difference. Explore a handpicked list of top-rated criminal defense attorneys across Iowa—reliable professionals known for their clear advice, steady guidance, and dedication to protecting your rights.

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Christine E. Branstad
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: Appeals, DUI & DWI, Discrimination, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Juvenile, Litigation, ...
Jennifer Weaver
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime
Ward A. (Sam) Rouse
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Motorcycle Accidents, ...
Brandon Brown
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Appeals, Car Accidents, Constitutional, DUI & DWI, Discrimination, Drug Crime, ...
Jacob Van Cleaf

Jacob Van Cleaf

  • Van Cleaf & McCormack Law Firm LLP
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Employment, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Discrimination, Divorce & Separation, Employee Benefits, Juvenile, Medical Malpractice, Motorcycle Accidents, ...
Caitlin Cervenka
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Estate Planning, Family
Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI, Elder Law, Employment Litigation, ...
Matthew D. Hatch
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Child Custody, Child Support, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, ...
Alfredo Parrish
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Lawsuits & Disputes, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Appeals, Car Accidents, Constitutional, DUI & DWI, Discrimination, Drug Crime, ...
Carly Scott
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Discrimination, Drug Crime, Sexual Harassment, Social Security & Disability, Violent Crime, Wage & Hour Laws, ...
Jonathan Causey
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Immigration, Lawsuits & Disputes, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Appeals, Arbitration, Car Accidents, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Citizenship & Naturalization, ...
Timothy L. Lapointe

Timothy L. Lapointe

  • The Law Offices of Timothy L. Lapointe, P.C.
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Employment, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Homicide, ...
Joseph Goedken

Joseph Goedken

  • Orsborn, Mitchell & Goedken, P.C.
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Assault & Battery, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Drug Crime, ...
Alyssa M. Carlson
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment
Practice Areas: Appeals, DUI & DWI, Employment Litigation, Speeding & Traffic Tickets, Wage & Hour Laws, White Collar Crime, Wrongful Termination
Nathan Hostetter
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, Construction & Development, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Elder Law, ...
Bob S. Gallagher
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Estate Planning, Family, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Commercial Real Estate, Divorce & Separation, Insurance Defense, Litigation, ...
Patrick Riley
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Litigation, Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements, ...
Heather M. Simplot

Heather M. Simplot

  • Harrison, Moreland, Webber, Simplot & Sieren, P.C.
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Sex Crimes, ...
Larry Vandersnick
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Speeding & Traffic Tickets, Violent Crime
Robert P. Montgomery
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Family, Lawsuits & Disputes, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Adoption, Animal & Dog Bites, Appeals, Car Accidents, Child Custody, Child Support, Constitutional, ...
Joel Waters
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Adoption, Assault & Battery, Child Custody, Child Support, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Motorcycle Accidents, ...
Chad Schneider

Chad Schneider

  • Hastings & Gartin Law Group, LLP
Legal Specialization: Business, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Corporate & Incorporation, Drug Crime, Guardianship, Land Use & Zoning, ...
Ryan Mitchell

Ryan Mitchell

  • Orsborn, Mitchell & Goedken, P.C.
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI, Motorcycle Accidents, ...
J. Dean Keegan
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Tickets
Christopher C. Fry
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Employment, Insurance, Lawsuits & Disputes, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Appeals, Corporate & Incorporation, DUI & DWI, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Speeding & Traffic Tickets, Tax, ...
Mark J Rater
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Contracts & Agreements, Corporate & Incorporation, Discrimination, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Franchise, Dealership & Partnership, ...

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