Dustin N. Koth
attorney
Dustin is the managing partner of Koth Gregory & Nieminski (KGN). Dustin is passionate about serving the legal needs of the people in his hometown of Bloomington-Normal and the surrounding towns in McLean County, Illinois.
Dustin has successfully litigated many types of cases against many types of defendants, including numerous high-profile cases against Fortune 500 companies. However, his primary focus is helping people oin McLean County, Illinois with personal injury cases, estate planning, probate, eviction and family law.
Dustin is a dedicated personal injury in McLean County, Illinois, advocating for justice and healing for those injured in car accidents and other personal injury cases. Dustin fights to ensure his clients receive maximum compensation to recover and rebuild their lives.
Dustin is often able to get clients more money in their pockets and accomplish this sooner than other lawyers. Dustin does this by following a systemic process that has been successful for thousands of clients for decades.
First, Dustin compares the facts of each client’s injury case to prior trial verdicts and settlements to determine the value of the case. Determining the accurate value of the case helps eliminate mistakes and speeds up the negotiation process.
Dustin doesn’t simply try to maximize the settlement amount like some injury attorneys. Dustin spends extra time and effort to reduce the reimbursement to medical providers and health insurance companies.
Dustin also limits the costs by trying to get the case settled before litigation expenses like depositions become necessary.
By following this process and putting each client’s well-being above everything else, Dustin’s clients consistently receive great results.
Dustin enjoys helping individuals and couples develop an estate plan that fits their needs.
Dustin can help whether you need a will, trust, power of attorney, healthcare directive, transfer on death deed, or all of the above.
First, Dustin likes to meet with each client to discuses their assets, wishes, and the different options that may suit them.
Creating a clear estate plan is important to avoid disputes down the road.
Dustin has helped numerous clients with probate and trust administration, and it is so much easier when there is a clear estate plan in place.
Dustin is a follower of Jesus, and his Christian faith empowers him to guide Illinois probate and trust administration clients with compassion.
He understands that navigating the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming, and he strives to ease the burden by providing clear, honest and efficient legal support.
Dustin approaches each case with patience and wisdom, helping families find peaceful resolution and closure while ensuring that their loved one’s wishes are honored with dignity and respect.
Eviction
Dustin helps landlords from large property management companies to to mobile home parks to single-unit property owners.
Dustin assists landlords with the Illinois eviction process by providing practical, results-driven solutions that balance protecting property owners’ rights with maintaining stable rental income.
He helps landlords recover unpaid rent while giving good tenants a chance to stay by negotiating repayment plans and securing the full payment.
For disruptive, unreliable, or chronically delinquent tenants, Dustin ensures a smooth and timely eviction process, minimizing delays and legal complications.
Dustin’s approach prioritizes efficiency, fairness, and long-term property stability.
Education
Dustin graduated Cum Laude from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 2014.
Prior to attending law school, he received a Psychology degree at the University of Iowa in 2011 where he also received the honors of Academic All-Big Ten and Distinguished Scholar.
Background
Dustin is the son of founding partner Douglas Koth. Dustin and his father have always been very close.
Doug taught Dustin how to practice law the right way. Be the best at your craft and always remember the source of your passion.
Dustin loves God and loves people. As a Christ-following man, he strives to practice law in a God-honoring way that brings justice and peace.
When Dustin joined the law firm in 2014, his goal was to further his father’s vision for the firm and enhance KGN’s processes so that KGN is as effective and efficient as possible.
Dustin developed custom automation for several aspects of KGN’s practice areas. Dustin also hired and invested significant resources in training talented paralegals to assist KGN’s attorneys.
Outside of the office, Dustin enjoys spending quality time with his family, golfing and exercising.
Dustin also feels called to be a leader in the community by serving at church, the Great Banquet, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and the One Hope Project.
