Valdez & Treviño Attorneys

Elena P. Serna

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Professional Experience & Affiliation​

Elena P. Serna has litigated cases throughout Texas and New Mexico for over 15 years. In addition to extensive experience in insurance defense, she represents clients in real estate, landlord-tenant, business, and construction matters. Elena brings prior experience as in-house counsel for an insurance company and in a civil-litigation boutique firm which has given her valuable perspective in advocating for clients across a wide range of legal matters. Her approach is rooted in compassion and service, ensuring that clients feel informed, empowered, and well-represented. Elena is known for building strong client relationships and brings a personal touch to each case. She believes that trust and connection are just as important as legal strategy, and she works tirelessly to deliver both. Originally from Santa Fe, New Mexico, Elena now calls Texas home. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, visiting local microbreweries, and spending time with her family, including her dogs and chickens.

Education

  • St. Mary’s University School of Law, J.D., 2009

  • University of New Mexico, B.A. in Religious Study & Philosophy, 2005

Court Admissions​

  • Texas State Courts

  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas

  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas

  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas

Professional Associations

  • State Bar of Texas, 2010

  • State Bar of New Mexico, 2009

  • San Antonio Bar Association

  • American Inns of Court

  • Consumer & Commercial Law Section

  • Insurance Law Section

  • Federal Bar Section

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