Atty. Adam D. Zenor

Atty. Adam D. Zenor

Adam D. Zenor is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Insurance and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants.

Des Moines Des Moines 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Adam D. Zenor at a glance

Adam D. Zenor is a personal injury, criminal defense, business, white collar, and litigation attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Zenor Law Firm PLC. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2008). Educated at The University of Iowa (J.D., 2008) and Drake University (B.A. English and Law, 2005). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Des Moines) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Adam D. Zenor is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Insurance and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Adam D., who practices law in Des Moines, Iowa, has been recognized since 2021
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Adam D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Adam D. Zenor's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Adam D. Zenor is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Adam D. Zenor is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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. Zenor is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

White Collar Crimes

Adam D. Zenor is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Adam D. Zenor is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 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. Zenor

Where is Adam D. Zenor's law office located?
Adam D. Zenor's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Zenor Law Firm PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam D. Zenor handle?
Adam D. Zenor focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Adam D. Zenor practiced law?
Adam D. Zenor has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Adam D. Zenor go to law school?
Adam D. Zenor earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. English and Law, 2005).
How can I contact Adam D. Zenor for a consultation?
You can contact Adam D. Zenor 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. Zenor received?
Adam D. Zenor's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Des Moines); Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance.

Education

J.D.
The University of Iowa
- 2008
B.A. English and Law
Drake University
- 2005

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Des Moines)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Qui Tam Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, Fellow
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Member
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2008

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