Atty. Keith E. Uhl
Keith E. Uhl is a lawyer practicing environmental law, medicare law, medical malpractice law and 2 other areas of law.
Environmental Law & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 54+ Years Experience
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About Keith E. Uhl at a Glance
Keith E. Uhl is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Uhl Law Firm. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, criminal defense, environmental, and health care. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1972) and Iowa (1972). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1972) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Keith E. Uhl
- Keith E. Uhl is a lawyer practicing environmental law, medicare law, medical malpractice law and 2 other areas of law
- Keith received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Keith practices at Uhl Law Firm in Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Keith E. Uhl's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Keith E. Uhl handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Medical Malpractice in Des Moines
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Des Moines
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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Environmental Law in Des Moines
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Keith E. Uhl is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Iowa →
Health Care Law in Des Moines
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Keith E. Uhl is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Iowa →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
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 venue, 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.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Des Moines Choose Keith E. Uhl
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Keith E. Uhl's practice in the field of medical malpractice, criminal defense, environmental, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Keith E. Uhl brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia and Iowa, Keith E. Uhl can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, criminal defense, and environmental, Keith E. Uhl can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Keith E. Uhl attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Keith E. Uhl Handles in Des Moines
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