Atty. Karl T. Olson
Karl T. Olson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction law.
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Karl T. Olson is a personal injury and construction attorney based in West Des Moines, Iowa. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1992) and Iowa (1993). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1992) and College of William and Mary (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Iowa Defense Counsel Association. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Karl T. Olson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction law
- Karl received a B.A. degree from College of William and Mary in 1980, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Karl practices in West Des Moines, IA
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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.
Karl T. Olson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →
Karl T. Olson is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Iowa →
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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 West 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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