Atty. Mary S. Bernabe

Atty. Mary S. Bernabe

Mary S. Bernabe is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Mary S. Bernabe at a glance

Mary S. Bernabe is a Member based in West Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Mary S. Bernabe. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1989) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1989). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1989) and Drake University (B.S.E., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County and Iowa State Bar Associations Iowa Trial Lawyers Association Polk County Women's Bar Association. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mary S. Bernabe is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation
  • Mary received a B.S.E. degree from Drake University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Mary practices at Mary S. Bernabe in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Mary S. Bernabe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary S. Bernabe 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.

Mary S. Bernabe is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Mary S. Bernabe is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mary S. Bernabe

Where is Mary S. Bernabe's law office located?
Mary S. Bernabe's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Mary S. Bernabe. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary S. Bernabe handle?
Mary S. Bernabe focuses on personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Mary S. Bernabe practiced law?
Mary S. Bernabe has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Mary S. Bernabe go to law school?
Mary S. Bernabe earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S.E., 1983).
How can I contact Mary S. Bernabe for a consultation?
You can contact Mary S. Bernabe 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 Mary S. Bernabe received?
Mary S. Bernabe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1989
B.S.E.
Drake University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1989

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