Atty. Adam D. Otto

Atty. Adam D. Otto

Adam D. Otto was born in Iowa and has resided in the Newton area for most of his life.

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Profile Summary

About Adam D. Otto at a glance

Adam D. Otto is a Member based in Newton, Iowa, practicing at Otto Law Office, PLLC. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2007), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (2007), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (2007), and U.S. Tax Court (2007). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 2006) and Iowa State University (B.S., 2004). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Newton, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Adam D. Otto was born in Iowa and has resided in the Newton area for most of his life
  • He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Iowa State University in 2004 and his law degree from Drake Law School in 2006
  • Adam was admitted to the State Bar of Iowa in 2007 and is engaged in general practice
  • Adam resides in Newton with his wife and their young son
  • Professional Affiliations - Iowa State Bar Association -- Member, Business Law Section -- Member, Commercial & Bankruptcy Law Section -- Member, General Practice Section - Jasper County Bar Association -- President, 2010 -- Judicial Magistrate Appointing Commission, 2009-2015 - Iowa Association for Justice - American Bar Association -- Member, Real Property, Trust & Estate Law Section -- Member, Business Law Section - National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys - Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity Community Involvement - Executive Board Member, Newton Development Corporation - Newton Noon Rotary Club - Board Member, Newton, Iowa Corps of the Salvation Army - Board Member, Skiff Medical Center Foundation

Practice Areas Explained

Adam D. Otto's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Adam D. Otto handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Adam D. Otto is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Iowa →

Trusts

Adam D. Otto is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Iowa →

Probate

Adam D. Otto is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Adam D. Otto is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Adam D. Otto is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Newton 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 Adam D. Otto

Where is Adam D. Otto's law office located?
Adam D. Otto's law practice is located in Newton, Iowa. The firm is Otto Law Office, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam D. Otto handle?
Adam D. Otto focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Adam D. Otto practiced law?
Adam D. Otto has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Adam D. Otto go to law school?
Adam D. Otto earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S., 2004).
How can I contact Adam D. Otto for a consultation?
You can contact Adam D. Otto directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Adam D. Otto received?
Adam D. Otto's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Drake University Law School
- 2006
B.S.
Iowa State University
- 2004

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2007
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2025

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