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Attorney
Location
Salvo, Deren, Schenck, Gross, Swain & Argotsinger P.C.
711 Court Street
Harlan, IA 51537
Driving Directions
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 509
Harlan, IA 51537
Contact Information
712-755-3141
mgross@sdsllaw.com
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Holiday Closures
Our Team
Marcus Gross, Jr.
County Attorney
County Attorney
Jodee Dixon
Assistant County Attorney
Assistant County Attorney
Cheyenne Lappe
Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant
The Shelby County Attorney’s office is dedicated to upholding justice, maintaining the rule of law, and serving our community with integrity and professionalism. County Attorney is an elected position held by Marcus Gross, Jr. who has served in the position since 2003. This position is considered part-time in the county, allowing the county attorney to maintain a separate private practice that does not conflict with the duties outlined below. Jodee Dixon is the part-time Assistant County Attorney. Both Marcus and Jodee maintain their private practice through the law firm Salvo, Deren, Schenck, Gross, Swain & Argotsinger, P.C. in Harlan, Iowa.
The County Attorney serves as the chief legal officer for the county and is responsible for a wide range of legal duties. These duties include:
- representing the state of Iowa in criminal prosecutions
- providing legal advice to county officials and departments
- ensuring compliance with county laws and regulations
- representing the county in civil cases involving claims against the county
- handling cases involving child welfare and juvenile delinquency
- supporting victims of crime through advocacy and assistance programs
- collaborating with law enforcement agencies to enhance public safety and community well-being.
