Elizabeth A. Araguás

Elizabeth A. Araguás is a skilled attorney specializing in family law, criminal defense, and elder law. She is licensed to practice in Iowa and has built a strong reputation for her legal expertise and dedication to serving clients. With over a decade of legal experience, she practices in state and federal courts across eastern Iowa.

Ms. Araguás earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Iowa College of Law in 2013, following a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Iowa in 2010, where she majored in American Studies and minored in Spanish. Her bilingual abilities enable her to provide legal services to Spanish-speaking clients, expanding access to justice for a diverse range of individuals.

Throughout her career, Ms. Araguás has demonstrated exceptional legal advocacy. She has argued before prestigious courts, including the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, the Iowa Supreme Court, and the Iowa Court of Appeals. She is also an experienced mediator, certified in family law mediation since 2013 and aging-related mediation since 2014, helping clients resolve complex disputes efficiently and amicably.

Before joining Nidey Erdahl Meier & Araguás, PLC, Ms. Araguás gained valuable experience in private practice in Iowa City and served at Iowa Legal Aid, where she worked tirelessly to assist underserved populations.

Her work often involves high-profile cases, and she has appeared in national and local media, including interviews on Dateline NBC and Oxygen, as well as Univision’s Primer Impacto. These appearances reflect her dedication to providing strong representation in challenging and significant legal matters.

Ms. Araguás is actively involved in the legal community. She is a member of the Iowa State Bar Association, Johnson County Bar Association, and Muscatine County Bar Association. She has also been a member of the Dean Mason Ladd Inn of Court since 2013, highlighting her commitment to professional development and mentorship within the legal profession.

Elizabeth Araguás continues to advocate for justice with professionalism and care, ensuring that her clients receive comprehensive legal support tailored to their needs.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Nidey Erdahl Meier & Araguas
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, Johnson County Bar Association
• Member, Muscatine County Bar Association
• Member, Dean Mason Ladd Inn of Court

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• University of Iowa College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa
  BA in American Studies

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