Atty. Karl T. Olson

Atty. Karl T. Olson

Karl T. Olson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction law.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Karl T. Olson at a glance

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.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Karl T. Olson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Karl T. Olson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Karl T. Olson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Construction Law

Karl T. Olson is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Karl T. Olson

Where is Karl T. Olson's law office located?
Karl T. Olson's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karl T. Olson handle?
Karl T. Olson focuses on personal injury, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Karl T. Olson practiced law?
Karl T. Olson has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Karl T. Olson go to law school?
Karl T. Olson earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Karl T. Olson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Karl T. Olson received?
Karl T. Olson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1992
B.A.
College of William and Mary
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1992
Iowa
Admitted: 1993

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