Atty. Ava West Serrano

Atty. Ava West Serrano

Ava West Serrano is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law. Ava received a B.A. degree from Indiana University at Purdue in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Winterset Winterset 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Ava West Serrano at a glance

Ava West Serrano is a Member based in Winterset, Iowa, practicing at Ava Serrano Law Offices. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and family law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1990), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1993), and Kansas (1995). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Indiana University at Purdue (B.A. Journalism, 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Johnson County Bar Association. Serands clients in Winterset, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ava West Serrano is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law
  • Ava received a B.A. degree from Indiana University at Purdue in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Ava practices at Ava Serrano Law Offices in Winterset, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Ava West Serrano's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ava West Serrano handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Family Law

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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 Winterset 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 Ava West Serrano

Where is Ava West Serrano's law office located?
Ava West Serrano's law practice is located in Winterset, Iowa. The firm is Ava Serrano Law Offices. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ava West Serrano handle?
Ava West Serrano focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Ava West Serrano practiced law?
Ava West Serrano has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Ava West Serrano go to law school?
Ava West Serrano earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Journalism, 1987).
How can I contact Ava West Serrano for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ava West Serrano received?
Ava West Serrano's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1990
B.A. Journalism
Indiana University at Purdue
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1993
Kansas
Admitted: 1995

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