JoAnn Barten
About JoAnn Barten
JoAnn Barten is a lawyer based in Ames, IA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. JoAnn Barten is recognized in the following practice area:
- Ames, Iowa
- Immigration Law
Current Firm: Barten Law PC
Education: Saint Louis University, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Ames, IA
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