Our Team
Jack Rucker
Jack began his legal career as a paralegal in the Felony Trial Division of the Maryland Office of the Public Defender in Baltimore City, working exclusively on serious felony cases. During this time, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Baltimore in 2016.
In 2019, Jack relocated to Lansing to attend the Michigan State University College of Law. After his first year, he was accepted into the selective Geoffrey Fieger Trial Practice Institute, a program dedicated to developing trial-ready litigators. While in law school, Jack gained hands-on experience at various law offices, eventually joining the Law Office of Reid Felsing in May 2021, where he handled complex criminal and civil cases under the mentorship of Reid Felsing. He graduated in May 2022, passed the Bar Exam in July, and was sworn in as an attorney in November 2022.
As an associate attorney, Jack handled complex civil and criminal trial cases, as well as dozens of felony trial appeals in his first year. He has achieved a high success rate in private practice thanks to his understanding of client needs, strategic solutions, and a results driven approach to legal issues. Whether it’s a not guilty verdict, a favorable plea deal, a civil judgment, or an out-of-court settlement, Jack is dedicated to securing the best outcome for his clients no matter the circumstances.
When Reid Felsing was appointed as judge of the 56A District Court, Jack took the reigns of the firm. Reborn as Nova Law PLC, Jack strives to further Reid’s vision of a firm that can deliver excellent legal results with a personal touch for every case, no matter how big or small.
While not at work, Jack enjoys spending time with his family including his wife, Amy, and their daughter Ada.
Jenna Le
Jenna is the government relations consultant and legal assistant at the firm and is usually the first person our clients speak to or meet. She is always more than happy to welcome you to our office and will greet you with a smile. Jenna assists the attorneys in the firm to ensure our clients receive the best representation for their case. She also works closely with our government and nonprofit clients to ensure compliance standards are met.
Born and raised in Kalamazoo, Jenna graduated from Michigan State University in 2019 with a degree in Political Science Pre-Law with a minor in Law, Justice, & Public Policy. Prior to starting work in the legal field, Jenna worked on various local, state, and federal campaigns, and interned with State Representative Alex Garza and Genesee County Clerk/Register of Deeds Domonique Clemons.
Currently on the path to becoming an attorney, Jenna hopes to attend law school in the fall of 2025. Prior to joining the firm, Jenna began her legal career in 2021 gaining experience in criminal defense, civil litigation, personal injury, and mass-action litigation where she discovered her passion in criminal defense and mass-action litigation.
In her spare time, Jenna enjoys spending time with her boyfriend, Nick, and their two cats, tending to her houseplants, and watching TikToks.
Jade Smith
Jade was raised in Perry, MI, and pursued her academic career at Ferris State University. She earned an Associate's degree in Legal Studies in 2018, followed by a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Legal Studies and Criminal Justice in 2023. Over the course of her career, Jade has gained more than seven years of experience as a paralegal, working across various areas of law, with a primary focus on workers' compensation, criminal defense, and some family law. With a strong foundation in legal work, she is now eager to expand her expertise and venture into new areas of law, continuing to build on her diverse background. With her degree in Business Administration, Jade has taken on the role of Director of Operations in hopes to utilize her skills to benefit the firm any way she can.
In addition to her professional achievements, Jade is also a dedicated mother to two young children—a spirited three-year-old daughter and one year old mama's boy. Balancing her career and family life as a military wife, Jade manages to find time for her personal interests, which include reading and spending quality moments with friends and family.
McKenna Lothschutz
McKenna is the marketing intern at our firm, where she takes charge of managing our social media presence on platforms like Facebook and Instagram. In addition to maintaining these social media pages, she regularly updates our website to ensure that our online content remains current and engaging. Beyond her marketing responsibilities, McKenna also handles various office administration tasks, providing support to the attorneys while at the Eaton County court house.
Originally from Grand Ledge, MI, McKenna is currently pursuing her college education at Michigan State University. As a junior, she is working towards a bachelor's degree in Marketing through the Broad College of Business. McKenna serves as a board member for MSU's Havens House Association and is actively involved in both the Women in Business Association and the MSU Marketing Association.
In her free time, McKenna enjoys reading, attending cycling classes, and going to Michigan State sporting events.