Salvo, Deren, Schenck, Swain & Argotsinger, PC
Legal representation from Salvo, Deren, Schenck, Swain & Argotsinger, PC
Salvo, Deren, Schenck, Swain & Argotsinger, PC
Legal representation from Salvo, Deren, Schenck, Swain & Argotsinger, PC
With more than 100 years of collective experience, you'll find innovative and cost-effective solutions to your legal issues. Count on us to work closely with you to help you determine what your legal goals are and how to achieve them.
Whether you have a routine legal issue or a complex one, we offer you the same commitment, level of skill, and degree of personal attention every step of the way. We work hard to uncover the best possible legal solution for you.
Main Office
711 Court Street
Harlan, IA 51537
712 755-3141
712 755-3144
Let our experienced family law attorneys explain the ins and outs of your legal situation and help you to understand the laws' effects. We help you make the best choices for you and your family.
If you are facing a divorce or a child custody arrangement, count on the experienced attorneys at Salvo, Deren, Schenck, Swain & Argotsinger, PC to provide you with sound legal advice and effective representation every step of the way. Whether you want mediation or aggressive courtroom representation, look to us for all of your needs.
When emotions run high during this difficult time, you can count on our calm and dedicated service to seek out the best interests for you and your children. Let our skilled and compassionate legal team ease the conflicts and provide effective solutions that benefit and protect your interests.
Personalized attention and dedication to your family's best interests
- Divorce agreements
- Child custody and visitation
- Child support
- Adoption
- Division of assets and debts
- Spousal support agreements
- Premarital or prenuptial agreements
- Modifications
Year joined organization: 1972
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Family law
- Personal injury
- Trial law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 1972
- Nebraska, 1972
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1984
- U.S. District Court District of Nebraska, 1972
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 1972
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 1983
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1980
Education:
- Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, NE, 1972, J.D.
Honors and Awards:
- Fellow, Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, 1989-present
- Professional associations and memberships:
- Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, 1998 - President
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1972 - Present
- Iowa State Bar Association, 2005-2006, President
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1999 - 2007, Board of Governors
- Nebraska State Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Iowa Association for Justice
Past Employment Positions:
- Shelby County Iowa, County Attorney, 1977 - 1982
Fraternities/Sororities:
- Phi Alpha Delta
Birth Information:
- December 10, 1947 in Council Bluffs, IA
Creighton University School of Law
Juris Doctorate, 1972
Year joined organization: 1972
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Family law
- Personal injury
- Trial law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 1972
- Nebraska, 1972
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1984
- U.S. District Court District of Nebraska, 1972
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 1972
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 1983
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1980
Education:
- Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, NE, 1972, J.D.
Honors and Awards:
- Fellow, Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, 1989-present
- Professional associations and memberships:
- Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, 1998 - President
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1972 - Present
- Iowa State Bar Association, 2005-2006, President
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1999 - 2007, Board of Governors
- Nebraska State Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Iowa Association for Justice
Past Employment Positions:
- Shelby County Iowa, County Attorney, 1977 - 1982
Fraternities/Sororities:
- Phi Alpha Delta
Birth Information:
- December 10, 1947 in Council Bluffs, IA
Creighton University School of Law Juris Doctorate, 1972
Year joined organization: 1978
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Business and commercial law
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
- Debtor/Creditor
- Municipal law
- Personal injury
- Real estate
- Workers' compensation
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 1978
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 1978
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 1983
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1987
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, IA, 1978, J.D.
--- Honors: With honors
- University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 1974. B.A.
--- Honors: Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa
--- Major: Psychology
References:
- Farm Credit Services
- Professional associations and memberships:
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1978 - present
- Iowa Association for Justice, 2000 - present
- ISBA Legal Forms Committee, 1995 - present, Chairman 2005-2008
- Iowa Bar Examiner, 2002-present
Past Employment Positions:
- Assistant Shelby County Attorney, 1978 - 1982
Pro Bono Activities:
- Volunteer Lawyers Project, 1990 - Present
Birth Information:
- 1953 in Shenandoah, IA
University of Iowa College of Law
Juris Doctorate, 1978
Year joined organization: 1978
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Business and commercial law
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
- Debtor/Creditor
- Municipal law
- Personal injury
- Real estate
- Workers' compensation
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 1978
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 1978
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 1983
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1987
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, IA, 1978, J.D.
--- Honors: With honors
- University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 1974. B.A.
--- Honors: Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa
--- Major: Psychology
References:
- Farm Credit Services
- Professional associations and memberships:
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1978 - present
- Iowa Association for Justice, 2000 - present
- ISBA Legal Forms Committee, 1995 - present, Chairman 2005-2008
- Iowa Bar Examiner, 2002-present
Past Employment Positions:
- Assistant Shelby County Attorney, 1978 - 1982
Pro Bono Activities:
- Volunteer Lawyers Project, 1990 - Present
Birth Information:
- 1953 in Shenandoah, IA
University of Iowa College of Law Juris Doctorate, 1978
Year joined organization: 2000
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Agriculture law
- Appellate practice
- Business and commercial law
- Collections law
- Contracts
- Debtor and creditor
- Elder law
- Employment law
- Family law
- Real estate law
- Taxation
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2000
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2000
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2000
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 2000
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, IA 2000, J.D.
--- Honors: With Highest Distinction
--- Honors: Order of the Coif
- Truman State University, Kirksville, MO, 1997, B.A.
--- Honors: Summa Cum Laude
--- Honors: Departmental honors
--- Major: History
Published Works:
- Corporate Predecessor Liability for Defective Products, 25 Journal of Corporation Law 613
(reprinted in 50 Defense Law Journal 795)
Birth Information:
- 1975 in Shawnee, KS
University of Iowa College of Law
Juris Doctorate, 2000
Year joined organization: 2000
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Agriculture law
- Appellate practice
- Business and commercial law
- Collections law
- Contracts
- Debtor and creditor
- Elder law
- Employment law
- Family law
- Real estate law
- Taxation
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2000
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2000
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2000
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 2000
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, IA 2000, J.D.
--- Honors: With Highest Distinction
--- Honors: Order of the Coif
- Truman State University, Kirksville, MO, 1997, B.A.
--- Honors: Summa Cum Laude
--- Honors: Departmental honors
--- Major: History
Published Works:
- Corporate Predecessor Liability for Defective Products, 25 Journal of Corporation Law 613
(reprinted in 50 Defense Law Journal 795)
Birth Information:
- 1975 in Shawnee, KS
University of Iowa College of Law Juris Doctorate, 2000
Year joined organization: 2005
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Agriculture law
- Business and commercial law
- Collections law
- Contracts
- Debtor and creditor
- Elder law
- Employment law
- Family law
- Personal injury
- Real estate law
- Trial law
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2005
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2006
- U. S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2006
Education:
- Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, Nebraska, 2005, J.D.
- Creighton University, Omaha, NE, 2001, B.A.
--- Honors: Departmental honors
--- Major: History
Birth Information:
- 1978 in Harlan, IA
Creighton University School of Law
Juris Doctorate, 2005
Year joined organization: 2005
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Agriculture law
- Business and commercial law
- Collections law
- Contracts
- Debtor and creditor
- Elder law
- Employment law
- Family law
- Personal injury
- Real estate law
- Trial law
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2005
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2006
- U. S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2006
Education:
- Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, Nebraska, 2005, J.D.
- Creighton University, Omaha, NE, 2001, B.A.
--- Honors: Departmental honors
--- Major: History
Birth Information:
- 1978 in Harlan, IA
Creighton University School of Law Juris Doctorate, 2005
With more than 100 years of collective experience, you'll find innovative and cost-effective solutions to your legal issues. Count on us to work closely with you to help you determine what your legal goals are and how to achieve them.
Whether you have a routine legal issue or a complex one, we offer you the same commitment, level of skill, and degree of personal attention every step of the way. We work hard to uncover the best possible legal solution for you.
Main Office
711 Court Street
Harlan, IA 51537
712 755-3141
712 755-3144
Let our experienced family law attorneys explain the ins and outs of your legal situation and help you to understand the laws' effects. We help you make the best choices for you and your family.
If you are facing a divorce or a child custody arrangement, count on the experienced attorneys at Salvo, Deren, Schenck, Swain & Argotsinger, PC to provide you with sound legal advice and effective representation every step of the way. Whether you want mediation or aggressive courtroom representation, look to us for all of your needs.
When emotions run high during this difficult time, you can count on our calm and dedicated service to seek out the best interests for you and your children. Let our skilled and compassionate legal team ease the conflicts and provide effective solutions that benefit and protect your interests.
Personalized attention and dedication to your family's best interests
- Divorce agreements
- Child custody and visitation
- Child support
- Adoption
- Division of assets and debts
- Spousal support agreements
- Premarital or prenuptial agreements
- Modifications
Year joined organization: 1972
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Family law
- Personal injury
- Trial law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 1972
- Nebraska, 1972
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1984
- U.S. District Court District of Nebraska, 1972
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 1972
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 1983
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1980
Education:
- Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, NE, 1972, J.D.
Honors and Awards:
- Fellow, Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, 1989-present
- Professional associations and memberships:
- Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, 1998 - President
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1972 - Present
- Iowa State Bar Association, 2005-2006, President
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1999 - 2007, Board of Governors
- Nebraska State Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Iowa Association for Justice
Past Employment Positions:
- Shelby County Iowa, County Attorney, 1977 - 1982
Fraternities/Sororities:
- Phi Alpha Delta
Birth Information:
- December 10, 1947 in Council Bluffs, IA
Creighton University School of Law
Juris Doctorate, 1972
Year joined organization: 1972
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Family law
- Personal injury
- Trial law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 1972
- Nebraska, 1972
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1984
- U.S. District Court District of Nebraska, 1972
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 1972
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 1983
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1980
Education:
- Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, NE, 1972, J.D.
Honors and Awards:
- Fellow, Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, 1989-present
- Professional associations and memberships:
- Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, 1998 - President
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1972 - Present
- Iowa State Bar Association, 2005-2006, President
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1999 - 2007, Board of Governors
- Nebraska State Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Iowa Association for Justice
Past Employment Positions:
- Shelby County Iowa, County Attorney, 1977 - 1982
Fraternities/Sororities:
- Phi Alpha Delta
Birth Information:
- December 10, 1947 in Council Bluffs, IA
Creighton University School of Law Juris Doctorate, 1972
Year joined organization: 1978
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Business and commercial law
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
- Debtor/Creditor
- Municipal law
- Personal injury
- Real estate
- Workers' compensation
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 1978
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 1978
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 1983
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1987
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, IA, 1978, J.D.
--- Honors: With honors
- University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 1974. B.A.
--- Honors: Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa
--- Major: Psychology
References:
- Farm Credit Services
- Professional associations and memberships:
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1978 - present
- Iowa Association for Justice, 2000 - present
- ISBA Legal Forms Committee, 1995 - present, Chairman 2005-2008
- Iowa Bar Examiner, 2002-present
Past Employment Positions:
- Assistant Shelby County Attorney, 1978 - 1982
Pro Bono Activities:
- Volunteer Lawyers Project, 1990 - Present
Birth Information:
- 1953 in Shenandoah, IA
University of Iowa College of Law
Juris Doctorate, 1978
Year joined organization: 1978
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Business and commercial law
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
- Debtor/Creditor
- Municipal law
- Personal injury
- Real estate
- Workers' compensation
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 1978
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 1978
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 1983
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1987
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, IA, 1978, J.D.
--- Honors: With honors
- University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 1974. B.A.
--- Honors: Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa
--- Major: Psychology
References:
- Farm Credit Services
- Professional associations and memberships:
- Iowa State Bar Association, 1978 - present
- Iowa Association for Justice, 2000 - present
- ISBA Legal Forms Committee, 1995 - present, Chairman 2005-2008
- Iowa Bar Examiner, 2002-present
Past Employment Positions:
- Assistant Shelby County Attorney, 1978 - 1982
Pro Bono Activities:
- Volunteer Lawyers Project, 1990 - Present
Birth Information:
- 1953 in Shenandoah, IA
University of Iowa College of Law Juris Doctorate, 1978
Year joined organization: 2000
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Agriculture law
- Appellate practice
- Business and commercial law
- Collections law
- Contracts
- Debtor and creditor
- Elder law
- Employment law
- Family law
- Real estate law
- Taxation
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2000
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2000
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2000
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 2000
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, IA 2000, J.D.
--- Honors: With Highest Distinction
--- Honors: Order of the Coif
- Truman State University, Kirksville, MO, 1997, B.A.
--- Honors: Summa Cum Laude
--- Honors: Departmental honors
--- Major: History
Published Works:
- Corporate Predecessor Liability for Defective Products, 25 Journal of Corporation Law 613
(reprinted in 50 Defense Law Journal 795)
Birth Information:
- 1975 in Shawnee, KS
University of Iowa College of Law
Juris Doctorate, 2000
Year joined organization: 2000
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Agriculture law
- Appellate practice
- Business and commercial law
- Collections law
- Contracts
- Debtor and creditor
- Elder law
- Employment law
- Family law
- Real estate law
- Taxation
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2000
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2000
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2000
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 2000
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, IA 2000, J.D.
--- Honors: With Highest Distinction
--- Honors: Order of the Coif
- Truman State University, Kirksville, MO, 1997, B.A.
--- Honors: Summa Cum Laude
--- Honors: Departmental honors
--- Major: History
Published Works:
- Corporate Predecessor Liability for Defective Products, 25 Journal of Corporation Law 613
(reprinted in 50 Defense Law Journal 795)
Birth Information:
- 1975 in Shawnee, KS
University of Iowa College of Law Juris Doctorate, 2000
Year joined organization: 2005
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Agriculture law
- Business and commercial law
- Collections law
- Contracts
- Debtor and creditor
- Elder law
- Employment law
- Family law
- Personal injury
- Real estate law
- Trial law
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2005
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2006
- U. S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2006
Education:
- Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, Nebraska, 2005, J.D.
- Creighton University, Omaha, NE, 2001, B.A.
--- Honors: Departmental honors
--- Major: History
Birth Information:
- 1978 in Harlan, IA
Creighton University School of Law
Juris Doctorate, 2005
Year joined organization: 2005
Areas of practice:
- General practice including but not limited to:
- Agriculture law
- Business and commercial law
- Collections law
- Contracts
- Debtor and creditor
- Elder law
- Employment law
- Family law
- Personal injury
- Real estate law
- Trial law
- Wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law
Bar Admissions:
- Iowa, 2005
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2006
- U. S. District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2006
Education:
- Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, Nebraska, 2005, J.D.
- Creighton University, Omaha, NE, 2001, B.A.
--- Honors: Departmental honors
--- Major: History
Birth Information:
- 1978 in Harlan, IA
Creighton University School of Law Juris Doctorate, 2005
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