Atty. Harley Christopher Erbe

Atty. Harley Christopher Erbe

Harley Christopher Erbe is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, employment law and 21 other areas of law. Harley received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.

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Profile Summary

About Harley Christopher Erbe at a glance

Harley Christopher Erbe is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Erbe Law Firm. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1999), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circu (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2001). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1999) and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of C. Edwin Moore Inn, Polk County and Iowa State Bar Associations Iowa Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America American Inns of Court. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Harley Christopher Erbe is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, employment law and 21 other areas of law
  • Harley received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Harley practices at Erbe Law Firm in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Harley Christopher Erbe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Harley Christopher Erbe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Contracts

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Harley Christopher Erbe is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Iowa →

Wrongful Death

Harley Christopher Erbe is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Iowa →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Harley Christopher Erbe is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

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

Common questions about Harley Christopher Erbe

Where is Harley Christopher Erbe's law office located?
Harley Christopher Erbe's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Erbe Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Harley Christopher Erbe handle?
Harley Christopher Erbe focuses on car accidents, contracts, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Harley Christopher Erbe practiced law?
Harley Christopher Erbe has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Harley Christopher Erbe go to law school?
Harley Christopher Erbe earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Harley Christopher Erbe for a consultation?
You can contact Harley Christopher Erbe 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 Harley Christopher Erbe received?
Harley Christopher Erbe's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1999
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- 1996

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circu
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2001

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