Atty. Jo Anne Bernal

Atty. Jo Anne Bernal

Ms. Jo Anne Bernal is a lawyer practicing adr, criminal, government/administrative and 2 other areas of law.

El Paso El Paso 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Jo Anne Bernal at a glance

Jo Anne Bernal is an Atty. based in El Paso, Texas. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in Texas (1987). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1986). Serands clients in El Paso, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Jo Anne Bernal is a lawyer practicing adr, criminal, government/administrative and 2 other areas of law
  • Jo has been licensed for 39 years
  • Jo practices in El Paso, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Jo Anne Bernal's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jo Anne Bernal 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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Government & Administrative Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Jo Anne Bernal is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in El Paso are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jo Anne Bernal

Where is Jo Anne Bernal's law office located?
Jo Anne Bernal's law practice is located in El Paso, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jo Anne Bernal handle?
Jo Anne Bernal focuses on criminal defense, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Jo Anne Bernal practiced law?
Jo Anne Bernal has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jo Anne Bernal go to law school?
Jo Anne Bernal earned their education at (J.D., 1986).
How can I contact Jo Anne Bernal for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1987

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