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Des Moines Criminal Defense Lawyers With 65+ Years of Experience 2023 Des Moines' Peoples Choice Recipient 2024 Voting Now Open! Vote Today!
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At Branstad & Olson, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    "You can count on Christine to be honest, fair and dedicated."
    Without a doubt, she will be my go-to, moving forward!
    - Cami
    "I would recommend Christine Branstad and her team to anyone"
    I liked the in person visits with Lisa. Made me feel better overall about my case. I would recommend Christine Branstad and her team to anyone. A+++
    - Emir H.
    "Best Team"
    Hi, I had very hard charges and no easy cases that I had no one to go to look or for my services. They are nice, quick, questions, good advice and very good. They are experienced, professional and got everything I need to have no problem. Nate and Christine got my meetings, paperwork and courts all very good.
    - Greg V.
    "Their commitment to their clients and outstanding legal ability truly sets them apart."
    Throughout the entire process, Christine was not only professional but also empathetic, understanding the stress and uncertainty I was experiencing.
    - Former Client
    "Great Lawfirm!! Always there when I was in need of assistance."
    Great Lawfirm!! Always there when I was in need of assistance.
    - Briana J.
    "Patient, knowledgeable and relatable"
    Clara was extremely patient and thorough with me. I had many, many questions as I'm not familiar with the legal process at all. She made sure to explain things to me in a way I could understand, not just legal terms. She made the legal mess I was going through easier and she was straightforward with me every step of the way. She also has a great team backing her, so she felt confident to double check on a couple things with which another attorney might have had more experience or expertise. She's not just well versed in the law, but she also has a very comprehensive understanding of the nuances of the Polk County court system. Between Clara and her legal assistant, I felt prepared and informed throughout the entire time working with them.
    - Former Client
    "I wouldn't have known where to start with my case without her."
    Christine is very knowledgeable and professional. I wouldn't have known where to start with my case without her.
    - Lamia N.
    "Christine and her team went above and beyond to prove my innocence."
    Christine and her team went above and beyond to prove my innocence.
    - Antonio R.
    "Christine was amazing she reassured me of my case and made life go about as normal"
    Christine was amazing she reassured me of my case and made life go about as normal her and her team took care of things swiftly and did everything to make life normal again 10 out 10 recommend
    - Steven S.
Success Starts with the Right Team

If you’re facing a criminal charge, you want to feel comfortable with your attorney. When you hire Branstad & Olson, you have a team with over 65 years of combined experience on your side. We provide personalized attention to each client and thoroughly analyze each case to develop an innovative legal defense strategy. We recognize your situation is unique, and we take time to get to know you as a person and the facts of your case.

Awards & Associations

Respected by Peers, Clients, and Legal Organizations

Better with Branstad & Olson

Six Reasons to Choose Our Firm
  • Over 65 Years of Collective Experience
  • Thousands of Cases Successfully Handled
  • Outside-the-Box Strategies to Secure the Best Result
  • A Genuine Care for Our Clients' Best Interests
  • Highly Responsive & Accessible
  • A Never-Give-Up Approach
  • Dismissal Assault
  • Reversed and Remanded Appeal - Administrative
  • Reversed and Remanded Appeal - Criminal Conviction
  • Not Guilty– Jury Trial 1st Degree Robbery
  • Not Guilty– Jury Trial 1st Degree Murder
  • Criminal Defense
    We've handled thousands of cases and know how to navigate the criminal justice system. We're ready to put our 65+ years of experience, skills, and resources to work on your case.
  • Juvenile Law
    Criminal cases involving minors follow slightly different processes than those involving adults. At Branstad & Olson Law Office, we can guide you and your child through the juvenile justice system and work toward a favorable outcome.
  • OWI/DWI

    Law enforcement has strict rules they must follow when investigating and arresting a person for suspicion of driving while intoxicated.

  • Appeals
    In Some situations, a criminal conviction does not mean the end of a case. Discuss your circumstances with our team to determine whether you have grounds to appeal a trial court's judgment.

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