Adara E. Opiola

Adara E. Opiola is an Iowa attorney whose practice focuses on personal injury, medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, and nursing home matters. She assists with litigation involving serious injuries and plaintiff claims, helping clients pursue accountability and fair recovery. Her work reflects a strong interest in litigation and a commitment to representing real people in difficult situations. She brings careful preparation, professionalism, and a client-focused approach to each case.

Adara earned her B.S. from the University of Northern Iowa and later received her J.D. from the University of Iowa College of Law. Her education gave her a strong foundation in legal research, writing, advocacy, and case analysis. During law school, she participated in appellate advocacy, mock trial, and journal work, and held a board position with the Journal of Gender, Race & Justice. That training continues to support her litigation work.

Before becoming an attorney, Adara built hands-on legal experience through summer internships, field placements, and law clerk work. These experiences helped her develop a strong interest in litigation and health law. She began working as a law clerk during her final year of law school and later became an associate attorney after graduating and being sworn into the Iowa bar. Her professional path reflects strong preparation and steady development in plaintiff litigation matters.

Adara E. Opiola has helped support clients through litigation involving medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, nursing home issues, and personal injury claims. As a newer attorney, she has continued building her skills while working on complex matters and learning from experienced trial lawyers. Her work reflects dedication, thoughtful preparation, and a strong commitment to effective client representation. She is also active in professional organizations within the Iowa legal community.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Hayes Lorenzen Biderman Lawyers, PLC
• Member, Johnson County Bar Association
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, Iowa Association for Justice
• Member, Young Lawyers Division, Iowa

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• University of Iowa College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Northern Iowa
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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