Nathan Allen Olson

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Nathan Allen Olson

also known as Nate Olson

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Appeals ... +3 more

2501 Grand Ave, Suite A, Des Moines, IA

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Nathan

Biography

From Misdemeanors to Murder Charges, We Take Your Case Seriously.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

50%
DUI and DWI 20%

20%
Appeals 15%

15%
Juvenile Law 5%

5%
Violent Crime 5%

5%
White Collar Crime 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Iowa for 13 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Branstad & Olson Law Offices

2501 Grand Ave, Suite A, Des Moines, IA, 50312

branstadlaw.com

Online Presence

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Nathan Allen Olson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Greg V | June 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

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 a...ll very good.

Posted by Joppe | August 25, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Attorney

Best lawyer we had for our son. What he did was great and he did not fail at all

Posted by Melissa Burns-Hull | August 14, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Thank You Again!

Amazing Lawyer, Highly recommend. Nate Olson was the one to represent me more on Christines behalf and I only had one appearance with Christine but i also rank her at 5 stars as well. I am highly satisfied with the consult of both attorneys and they both helped me win my case and I couldnt be forever... more grateful and tremdously thankful i am for their hard work and great professionalism in helping me succeed in landing a great deal on my charge. Thank you again to the both of you :)

Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

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Review

Very caring, and everything went perfect with my case. He was appointed to me, but I'm glad I got someone who did not only care about the money but also the case.

Posted by Troy | June 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Property Purchase

Nate represented me in negotiating a property purchase. I was unable to do the negotiating myself, but gave Nate the background on the property and my target price. After Nate asked a few probing questions, I authorized him to start a much lower amount than my target. In the end, he saved me $2,00...0 on the purchase price, well worth the fee he charged.

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David Phillips

Appeals lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have collaborated with Nate on a number of cases, most recently on appeal work. His arguments are excellent and always take into consideration not only the law, but he understands what each client is going through and writes that into the brief. He is especially adamant when people have been treated unfairly. For other attorneys, he always contributes more than his half. For clients, he gives more in work quality and effort than he takes in fees. I have seen him take down arguments from top lawyers all around the country. This guy is an A+ Iowa lawyer who loves his work and wants justice to be accessible - I would hire him personally to represent me and that's the biggest compliment I can give."

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Brett Trout

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nate is a skillful and conscientious attorney. I have been very impressed with the litigation support he has provided me."

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Christine Branstad

Appeals lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Nate's ability to spot issues and articulate his analysis makes him a superior advocate for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2015 - 2018

Attorney, Branstad Law

2012 - 2015

District Court Clerk, Polk County

2010 - 2012

Article Editor, New York Law Review Staff

Associations

2013 - Present

Blackstone American Inn of Court

Master of the Bench

2011 - Present

Polk County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Iowa State Bar Association

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. De Jong

Not Guilty

State v. Hasselman

Reversed and Remanded

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Education

2011

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude

2004

Drake University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

Lincoln's Inn of Court

Helpful Hints and Perilous Pitfalls: An Abbreviated Guide to Alleviating Court Aggravation in Workers’ Compensation / Administrative Appeals"

Publications

2012

60 Drake Law Review 715 - A Coin on the Tracks: Can Big Money and Politics Derail Judicial Impartiality Through Election Spending?

Languages

English

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