About Christopher B. Coppola

Chris is a highly experienced and accomplished trial attorney with over 27 years of experience. His knowledge of legal issues and areas of practice is extensive. His main focus is as a trial attorney. That includes divorce, child custody, personal injury, workers compensation, and general litigation. Chris has had successful jury and non-jury verdicts in numerous areas of the law, including but not limited to, divorce, child custody, personal injury, wrongful death, workers compensation, criminal law, business and real estate suits. Serving the State of Iowa, Central Iowa, Des Moines, West Des Moines and the Western Suburbs. Chris is also licensed to practice in the State of Wisconsin and has a residence in Polk County, Wisconsin, and is licensed in the State of Utah.

Family Law Lawyer, Divorce, Child Custody - West Des Moines Attorney

“Compassion, understanding, and honesty. I understand the trust that clients place in their lawyers in dealing with their children, finances and other emotional issues. I pledge to be honest with my clients. It is imperative to have an attorney who is willing to “go to the mat” for their clients. It is also imperative to have an attorney who is mindful of the emotional and financial toll that exists for families going through a family law case. I strive to find solutions for families, but in the event the parties have to go to a trial, I do what it takes to achieve the desired results.”

Chris Coppola successfully modified physical custody for client who desired to move to different state. Client and her children were awarded primary physical care. This was appealed and affirmed by Court of Appeals. West Des Moines Divorce, Child Custody, Family Law Lawyer / Attorney - Serving State of Iowa, Central Iowa, Des Moines, West Des Moines, and the States of Wisconsin and Utah.

Chris Coppola successfully challenged the enforceability of a prenuptial agreement, obtained the majority of marital assets, including preexisting assets, after two bifurcated trials and upon reconsideration, including opposing party having to pay the majority of her signifcant attorney fees, expert fees, and court costs.

Numerous positive settlement and successful trial rulings regarding the issues of custody, alimony and spousal support, contempt actions, sanctions, attorney fees, and high net worth property resolutions.

Chris Coppola is also a certified mediator, collorabortive family law attorney, and successful trial litigator.

 

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Divorce
Posted by Stan
January 18, 2023
Hired Attorney

Chris Coppola was recommended to me by a business associate of mine. The business associate has known Chris for quite some time. I read reviews provided by other clients of Chris. I was very impressed. I have worked with CPAs attorneys across the state for a number of years. Chris is among the best. Chris has a number of outstanding qualities but the two that state out to me are responsiveness and high ethical standards. I would be most happy to recommend Chris to anyone.

 
Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
January 10, 2023
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Great lawyer. Helped me with Criminal and Family for a custody case. He will go to bat for you when you may not feel like you have a shot, he is going to do his best to get the best outcome for you.

Automobile Accidents
Posted by Dawn
December 15, 2022
Hired Attorney

Mr. Coppola did a great job for us as we negotiated for my injury from a car accident. He is realistic and smart. I would choose him again.

Divorce
Posted by Curt
December 14, 2022
Hired Attorney

Chris was very Knowledgeable about the law. He didn't sugar coat things and told me where I stood. He gave me great advise and came up with a satisfiable outcome. I strongly recommend him!

Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
September 19, 2022
Hired Attorney

As I started working with Mr. Coppola and his assistant Sarah, I was left in awe. I found Chris to be a top notch, world class lawyer dedicated to helping his clients. When you enter a room you will feel Chris’ presence. He’s charismatic and quite sophisticated. He was responsive and easy to reach. My spouse had overcomplicated the case. She refused to back down on her unreasonable demands involving temp order for child custody and spousal support. As my case got more tangled, Chris never lost track of my initial end goal. He was able to filter out the noise and expertly navigate the situation. When it was war time, Chris fought as if he was fighting for himself. It seemed like everyone took note. I will always remember that during my darkest hour, Chris was there fighting and phone for me in good conscience. He achieved the end results I wanted in the cheapest way possible.

 
Automobile Accidents
Posted by Jenny
August 17, 2022
Hired Attorney

Working with this lawyer was a comfortable experience. He was always professional and extremely helpful. Due to issues beyond our control my case took longer than it should have. He was in constant communication and always held me accountable for my part in the case as well. I greatly appreciated that. He was always professional and I felt comfortable throughout the whole process.

 
Divorce
Posted by Devin
June 10, 2022
Hired Attorney

Working with Chris has been a great experience. I called him out of the blue because I was getting a divorce. He was upfront and honest with me about his costs, and how he worked as a lawyer. Chris has lived up to everything he has told me he would do and much more. Chris is very responsive and works for you as the client. He makes sure you understand every little detail before moving forward and takes the time to educate you as much as he can. Chris has gone above and beyond for me and my children and I recommend him to anyone who needs legal service. Thanks again, Chris!

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
May 16, 2022
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Would recommend to anyone wanting an attorney that looks out for them and will do what it takes to achieve the goals of the client.

Child Custody
Posted by Andrew
April 25, 2022
Hired Attorney

Working with Chris was the best decision I made for my case. He did everything that he could. He’s professional and willing to go above and beyond for you.

Alternative Dispute Resolution
Posted by Kyle
April 16, 2022
Hired Attorney

We needed a knowledgeable, responsive no nonsense attorney for a very sensitive issue involving our child. Chris Coppola immediately put us at ease. He made us feel as if he was defending our child exactly as if he were defending his own child. The judicial system is often counter intuitive. Chris helped us navigate through this quagmire, put emotion aside and kept us focused on the best “end resolve”. Thank you Chris Coppola for helping us achieve a successfully outcome.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 2
    • Motorcycle Accidents
    • Trucking Accidents
  • Workers Compensation
  • Family Law 2
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
  • Criminal Law
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Other 5
    • Workplace Injuries
    • Catastrophic Injury
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • DUI/OWI
    • Collaborative Divorce

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1999, Iowa
    1999, U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa
    1999, U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa
    2021, Wisconsin
    2025, Utah
    Memberships
    Polk County Bar Association
    Iowa Trial Lawyers Association
    The Association of Trial Lawyers of America.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Drake University Law School
    Class of 1998
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Iowa
    Class of 1996
    B.A.
    History
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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Christopher B. Coppola was admitted in 1999 to the State of Iowa.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Christopher B. Coppola is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Iowa and United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Christopher B. Coppola attended Drake University Law School.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Coppola Hockenberg, P.C. was established in 1999.