Atty. Christopher A. Kragnes
Christopher A. Kragnes is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, bankruptcy law and 17 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy Law & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 28+ Years Experience
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About Christopher A. Kragnes at a Glance
Christopher A. Kragnes is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Kragnes & Associates, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, and child custody. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1998), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1998), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1998). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 1998) and Baker University (B.B.A., 1994). Active member of Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher A. Kragnes
- Christopher A. Kragnes is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, bankruptcy law and 17 other areas of law
- Christopher received a B.B.A. degree from Baker University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Christopher practices at Kragnes & Associates, P.C. in Des Moines, IA
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Christopher A. Kragnes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher A. Kragnes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
DUI / DWI Defense in Des Moines
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Divorce in Des Moines
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Wills in Des Moines
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Car Accidents in Des Moines
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Child Custody & Visitation in Des Moines
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Des Moines are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Des Moines Choose Christopher A. Kragnes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Christopher A. Kragnes's practice in the field of dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, and child custody.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher A. Kragnes brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Iowa, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa, Christopher A. Kragnes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, divorce, and wills, Christopher A. Kragnes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Christopher A. Kragnes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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