Atty. Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph

Atty. Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph

Christopher (Chris) Joseph is the Managing Member of Joseph, Hollander & Craft LLC, where he chairs the firm’s criminal defense practice group. His practice involves criminal defense and civil litigation in federal and state courts across Kansas.

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Profile Summary

About Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph at a glance

Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph is a criminal defense and white collar attorney based in Topeka, Kansas, practicing at Joseph, Hollander & Craft LLC. Admitted to practice in Kansas, Kansas Supreme Court, Kansas, United States District Court for the District of Kansas, United States, United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, and Missouri, United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri. Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 2000) and Wichita State University (BA, 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Topeka, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher (Chris) Joseph is the Managing Member of Joseph, Hollander & Craft LLC, where he chairs the firm’s criminal defense practice group
  • His practice involves criminal defense and civil litigation in federal and state courts across Kansas
  • Chris defends individuals facing federal criminal charges and high-level state felony charges and counsels individuals and businesses subject to government investigations
  • Chris also has ample experience litigating civil asset forfeiture matters

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

Practicing law in Kansas. Legal matters in Kansas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Topeka are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kansas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kansas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Kansas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph

Where is Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph's law office located?
Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph's law practice is located in Topeka, Kansas. The firm is Joseph, Hollander & Craft LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph handle?
Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
Where did Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph go to law school?
Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (BA, 1997).
How can I contact Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph received?
Christopher M. "Chris" Joseph's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 2000
BA
Wichita State University
- 1997

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers - Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Kansas
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Topeka)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Topeka)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Topeka)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Topeka)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Topeka)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Kansas, Kansas Supreme Court
Kansas, United States District Court for the District of Kansas
United States, United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
Missouri, United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri
Kansas, State Courts of Kansas

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