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Atty. Margaret Ellen Johnson

Atty. Margaret Ellen Johnson

Margaret Ellen Johnson is a lawyer practicing juvenile law. Margaret received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University, and has been licensed for 47 years.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Margaret Ellen Johnson at a glance

Margaret Ellen Johnson is a Guardian Ad Litem Off. based in West Des Moines, Iowa. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on juvenile. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1979) and Iowa (2006). Educated at College of William & Mary J.D. (—) and Iowa State University B.A. (—). Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Margaret Ellen Johnson is a lawyer practicing juvenile law
  • Margaret received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Margaret practices in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Margaret Ellen Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Margaret Ellen Johnson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Juvenile 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 West 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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Where is Margaret Ellen Johnson's law office located?
Margaret Ellen Johnson's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Margaret Ellen Johnson focuses on juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Margaret Ellen Johnson practiced law?
Margaret Ellen Johnson has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
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Practice Areas

Education

College of William & Mary J.D.
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Iowa State University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1979
Iowa
Admitted: 2006

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