Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J

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Criminal Defense Lawyer

2.5(14 Google reviews)

590 Iowa St, Dubuque, IA 52001, United States

Information last updated October 12, 2026

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense

About Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J

The Office of the State Public Defender coordinates Iowa's Indigent Defense System, with a mission to provide high-quality legal representation to indigent persons across the state. This representation covers criminal, juvenile, and other eligible proceedings, delivered in an efficient and fiscally responsible manner.

The office employs over 200 individuals across eighteen Local Public Defender Offices and the Appellate Defender's Office. These teams provide representation primarily in criminal and juvenile cases at both trial and appellate levels throughout all 99 counties of Iowa.

Beyond its internal staff, the State Public Defender contracts with more than 1,000 private attorneys and several nonprofit organizations statewide. These external providers offer court-appointed representation in cases that public defender offices are unable to handle. All contract attorneys, along with other indigent defense providers such as investigators, court reporters, interpreters, and expert witnesses, are compensated from the Indigent Defense Fund, which the State Public Defender administers.

Eligibility for an appointed attorney is determined by the court based on indigency criteria outlined in Iowa Code §815.9. This assessment considers a person's income level and the availability of any assets, and clients may have repayment obligations depending on the court's determination of their ability to pay.

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: Kristy Hefel — Supervisor
Jeff Wright — State Public Defender
Kurt Swaim — First Asst. State Public Defender
Bill Bushell — Assistant Public Defender
Kelsey Knight — Assistant Public Defender
Charles Isaacson — Assistant Public Defender
Jacob Mason — Assistant Public Defender
Martha Lucey — Appellate Defender
D.J. Arbabha — Supervisor
Douglas Davis — Supervisor
Andrew Munger — Supervisor
Miguel Puentes — Supervisor
Fees: Representation is provided for indigent persons, with eligibility determined by the court based on income and assets, and clients may have repayment obligations.
Offices: 6200 Park Avenue 1st Floor Des Moines , IA 50321
216 S. Third Street Burlington , IA 52601
425 2nd Street SE 8th Floor Cedar Rapids , IA 52401
300 W. Broadway Suite 125 Council Bluffs , IA 51503
300 Brady Street 3rd Floor Davenport , IA 52801

Source: spd.iowa.gov · checked October 12, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Thursday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Details & Amenities

Highlights

Appointment requiredAppointments recommended

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

Toilet

Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J located?+

Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J is located at 590 Iowa St, Dubuque, IA 52001, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J handle?+

Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J handles Criminal Defense. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J?+

Call Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J at +1 563-582-0750 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J well rated?+

Public Defenders Office: Hodge Steven J has a 2.5-star rating based on 14 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

8 reviews

Jessica Small· via Google
2 years ago
Robert Riddell· via Google
They are not that good
5 years ago
angie blackman· via Google
Easy to find. In and out.
6 years ago
Teresa OBrien· via Google
What's understood doesn't need to be explained.
2 years ago
Pattrick Ferguson· via Google
Small, not welcoming, or comfortable. Doesn't say much for some of the people there.
4 years ago
Alesha Woods· via Google
It's what you would expect. Busy lawyers who are too swamped to listen to you so they sometimes miss the big picture. Not entirely their fault because they have to take on alot.
4 years ago
Chris Crall· via Google
I have nothing to say
6 months ago
Davion Fairley· via Google
Never answer the phone lazy workers seems like if ur colored u get treated badly
2 years ago

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