Adam Justin Pollack

Adam Justin Pollack

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Iowa City, IA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement ... +3 more

1129 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA

About Adam

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 15%

22 years

15%
Litigation 5%

27 years

5%
Violent Crime 4%

22 years

4%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Iowa for 24 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Adam Justin Pollack

1129 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA, 52245

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Adam Justin Pollack's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

61 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Criminal Charges

Adam guided me through the process of dealing with my case from the beginning to the end. He always kept me informed of my options and helped me weigh out the option of the best route to take. Very transparent and honest.

Posted by Eddy | January 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Unf...ing believable!

46 and born and raised in Johnson County. Found plenty of trouble over the years, especially downtown IC. With 6 months to go on 2 yr dl revocation , I get a mile down the road and pulled over by a deputy I don't know because he thought he recognized me. Boom! Now I'm looking at up to a year in jail,... $1500 fine and worse yet 2 more years revocation from the DOT. Tired of my CR lawyer plea bargains, I pick a IC attorney out the phone book, Adam Pollack. First talking to him I really didn't like him, so many damn questions, he even asked what was wrong with me, I felt like I was talking to the prosecutor. After I hung up the phone and stewed I decided he was the guy. Not my first rodeo, throwing money in the Johnson County wind, I was sure. Adam stayed on my ass and I got a work permit. ( A huge pain in the butt!) The guy would have made more money working at Hardee's after the hours he spent pulling my head out of my butt. He never let me give up hope even what I believed hopeless. I ended up pleading guilty to a traffic ticket with a $100 fine. I get my license back on Valentine's day.

Posted by Pam | June 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Adam was worth every penny

After other attorneys refused to handle my case I happened on Adam Pollacks website. I wondered if what it said was true, experienced and aggressive. I felt that was what I needed. the Iowa DOT still had sanctions on me even though I lived for years in another state, and until these sanctions were... lifted I was barred from receiving a drivers license for several years. I wondered if Adam could help me. Right away he was up front with me and told me he could try but it might be a waste of my money as he couldn't give me any guaranties. I just had a good feeling about Adam and I told him I was willing to take whatever he could fo for me. He didn't waste any time and he was so good to keep me informed of any progress he had made. Within 48 hours Adam got the sanctions dismissed. 48 hours, I felt like a miracle just happened, but it was just a very experienced, aggressive attorney that kept on my case until it was corrected. Thank you Adam - Pam r

Posted by Laurent | May 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A honest lawyer

Although the criminal charge against me was weak, the evidence nevertheless could be made to make me look like Jack the Ripper. Adam understood that I could prevail, but doing so wasn't necessarily going to be easy, or cheap. Adam did not sugar-coat my predicament; nor did he boastfully portray hi...mself as a latter-day Clarence Darrow. He analyzed my case logically and explained to the prosecutor why the State would have a hard time getting a jury to convict me. The upshot was that he negotiated the dismissal of the charge against me. Not only that, but Adam actually offered to *refund* part of the (fairly substantial) retainer fee I had paid him. I've had experience personally and professionally with a lot of lawyers all over the United States and in Washington. I've never seen one refund part of a fee. In that respect, Adam Pollack is unique. Adam is not only competent, but honest. I would recommend him to anyone facing any kind of criminal charge in Iowa.

Posted by Tracy | March 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

When a good person on a bad day needs a great lawyer

My son was most confident with Adam. If there is one thing that we learned from Adam is that you have the right to remain silent ask for legal counsel before talking to anyone. My son defended his cousin after an aggressor threw her to the ground. Got charged with assault for defending his cousin the...n himself defense of others and self defense. Adam was dedicated to prove his innocence. We collaborated as a team and got the case dismissed.

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Adam Justin Pollack's Lawyer Endorsements

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Samuel Randles

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked with and for Mr. Pollack on various criminal-defense matters over the years, and I can say unequivocally that Adam is a terrific lawyer who knows how to navigate the legal system to bring about the best outcomes for his clients. He's a high-quality person who will fight tooth-and-nail to make sure his clients' rights and interests are fully protected."

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Gregory Romanovsky

Litigation lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam helped me with a traffic-related issue in the Iowa City District Court. He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He is a great lawyer and a pleasure to deal with."

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Matthew Paulson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have called Mr. Pollack on multiple occasions to discuss criminal law issues. He is prompt in responding to inquiries and is very knowledgeable on all matters I discussed with him."

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Cynthia Parsons

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam has a great "track record" and will do his utmost for the best result possible. I highly recommend him."

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Timothy Trecek

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam represented a personal injury client of mine in a complicated multi-tiered criminal case. He did a fantastic job in all aspects of his representation. I highly recommend him."

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John Kuntz

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've been an attorney for 25 years. I have observed many, many lawyers, and perhaps one percent of them give the kind of attention and concern for a case as does Mr. Pollack. It is my observation that when he takes a case, he is far more concerned with making sure that he has thoroughly prepared the case and advised the client fully, without concern to the amount of time that requires. I can say with confidence that if you are looking for a defense attorney who will consider your case fully and not simply try to settle out without actually examining the merits of the case to determine whether a plea agreement is best or trial is best, then Mr. Pollack is the kind of attorney you want to hire."

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Joseph Goodner

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Vondra

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam Pollack is a great lawyer who is willing to go the extra mile for his clients. Adam is interested in researching the law and making sure his clients get the best outcome possible."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Owner, Adam Pollack, Attorney At Law

2005 - 2015

Trial Advocacy/Mock Trial Competition, University Of Iowa College Of Law

2002 - 2003

Prosecuting Attorney, Johnson County Attorney's Office

2001 - 2002

Associate, Paul McAndrew Law Firm

1998 - 2000

Associate, Zelle & Larson LLC

Associations

2001 - Present

Iowa State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Member

Education

1998

Univ of Iowa COL

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Univ of California Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2017

The Journal of Gender, Race & Justice The United States vs. Muhammad Ali

2017

Journal of Gender, Race and Justice Mike Tyson’s Appeals of His Rape Conviction, Revisited

2016

The Journal of Gender, Race & Justice MUHAMMAD ALI’S FIGHT FOR THE RIGHT TO FIGHT

Languages

English

Activity

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