Keegan, Tindal & Jaeger – Cedar Rapids, IA

The Gold Standard in Criminal Defense

Keegan, Tindal & Jaeger is a premier criminal defense firm serving Cedar Rapids and Eastern Iowa. When your freedom, reputation, and future are on the line, you need a team that is not just experienced, but fearless. With over 50 years of combined legal experience, partners J. Dean Keegan, Eric Tindal, and Andrea Jaeger have earned a reputation as the "go-to" attorneys for high-stakes criminal matters. They specialize in complex cases that require a deep understanding of forensic science, police procedure, and constitutional law.

The firm is particularly renowned for its expertise in OWI (DUI) Defense. J. Dean Keegan is often referred to as the "Dean" of OWI law in Iowa, having dedicated his career to mastering the science of breathalyzers and field sobriety tests. He and his partners don’t just accept the police report as fact; they dismantle it. They scrutinize every stop, every search, and every test result to find the errors that can lead to a dismissal or acquittal. Their aggressive approach extends to Federal Criminal Defense, sex crimes, and drug trafficking charges.

Areas of Criminal Expertise

• OWI/DUI Defense: Challenging breath, blood, and urine test results. The firm helps clients protect their driver’s licenses and avoid mandatory jail time.
• Federal Crimes: defending clients against federal indictments for drug conspiracy, white-collar crimes, and weapons charges.
• Sex Crimes: Handling sensitive allegations with discretion and a rigorous defense strategy to prevent sex offender registration.
• Drug Offenses: Fighting against charges of possession, manufacturing, and distribution by challenging illegal search and seizure.
• Vehicular Homicide: Representing drivers involved in fatal accidents with the highest level of legal competence.

The firm’s Cedar Rapids office is located at 425 2nd St SE, Suite 1250, in the prominent Plaza 425 building (formerly the Alliant Energy Tower). This landmark skyscraper offers a commanding view of the city and places the firm directly adjacent to the transportation hub and the courthouse. The professional setting reflects the seriousness with which they treat every case. Clients are treated with respect and honesty, never judgment.

Unmatched Trial Advocacy

Keegan, Tindal & Jaeger is a trial firm. They prepare every case as if it will go to a jury, which often pressures prosecutors into offering better plea deals. Their track record of "Not Guilty" verdicts speaks for itself. Whether you are a college student facing a first-time charge or a professional facing a career-ending indictment, this firm provides the elite defense necessary to survive the legal storm.