Atty. Gerald Wayne Crawford

Atty. Gerald Wayne Crawford

Gerald Wayne Crawford is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 3 other areas of law. Gerald has been licensed for 51 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Gerald Wayne Crawford at a glance

Gerald Wayne Crawford is a family law, civil rights, elder law, government, and entertainment attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1975). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Gerald Wayne Crawford is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 3 other areas of law
  • Gerald has been licensed for 51 years
  • Gerald practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald Wayne Crawford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Wayne Crawford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Civil Rights

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Elder Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Gerald Wayne Crawford's law office located?
Gerald Wayne Crawford's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald Wayne Crawford handle?
Gerald Wayne Crawford focuses on family law, civil rights, elder law, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Gerald Wayne Crawford practiced law?
Gerald Wayne Crawford has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
How can I contact Gerald Wayne Crawford for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1975

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