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Janssen Law, PLC

About Janssen Law, PLC

Dallas J. Janssen is a founding partner at Janssen Law, PLC. Dallas has been practicing in the areas of bankruptcy/debtor-creditor law, business law and litigation, corporate law, real estate law, probate law, estate planning, and wills for over 46 years.

Dallas was born in Sibley, Iowa, in 1954 and was raised on a farm near Sheldon, Iowa. He received his undergraduate education at Drake University, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1976. He received his Juris Doctorate from Drake University Law School in 1979. Dallas was admitted to the Iowa State Bar Association in 1979. Dallas has been a featured speaker on various topics regarding bankruptcy and taxation law.


Education

  • Drake University Law School, Des Moines, Iowa
  • J.D. - 1979
  • Drake University
  • B.A. - 1976
  • Honors: magna cum laude

Bar Admission

  • Iowa
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa


Past Positions

  • Southern District of Iowa, Panel of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustees, Member


Professional Associations

  • Federal Bar Association
  • Iowa State Bar Association, 1979 – Present
  • Polk County Bar Association


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Dena Gerhart

Dallas’s Legal Assistant

Dena Gerhart is originally from New Virginia, IA. As a graduate from a strong farm community, Dena carries those skills into being a legal assistant who graduated from DMACC’s Paralegal program in 2022. Dena has continued to build on those skills of hard work, empathy, shooting straight from the hip, and overcoming obstacles earlier on in life.


She has just finished her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Drake University and has goals to attend Law School in the near future. Dena also serves her community by sitting on the Board of Executives for Raccoon Valley Little League and various other positions in community boards.


Let Dallas and Dena use their years of experience to help you with understanding, compassion, and real solutions. 


About Janssen Law, PLC

Dallas J. Janssen is a founding partner at Janssen Law, PLC. Dallas has been practicing in

the areas of bankruptcy/debtor-creditor law, business law and litigation, corporate law, real

estate law, probate law and estate planning wills for over 46 years.

Dallas was born in Sibley, Iowa in 1954 and was raised on a farm near Sheldon, Iowa. He

received his undergraduate education at Drake University, graduating Magna Cum Laude

with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1976. He received his Juris Doctorate from the Drake

University Law School in 1979. Dallas was admitted to the Iowa State Bar Association in

1979. Dallas has been a featured speaker on various topics regarding bankruptcy and

taxation law.

Education

  • Drake University Law School, Des Moines, Iowa
  • J.D. - 1979
  • Drake University
  • B.A. - 1976
  • Honors: magna cum laude

Bar Admission

  • Iowa
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa


Past Positions

  • Southern District of Iowa, Panel of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustees, Member


Professional Associations

  • Federal Bar Association
  • Iowa State Bar Association, 1979 – Present
  • Polk County Bar Association

Dena Gerhart

Dallas’s Legal Assistant


Dena Gerhart is originally from New Virginia, IA as a graduate from a strong farm community, Dena carries those skills into being a legal assistant who graduated DMACC’s Paralegal program in 2022. Dena has continued to build on those skills of hard-work, empathy, shooting straight from the hip, and overcoming obstacles earlier on in life.


She has just finished her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Drake University and has goals to attend Law School in the near future. Dena also serves her community by sitting on the Board of Executives for Raccoon Valley Little league, and various other positions in community boards.


Let Dallas and Dena use their years of experience to help you with understanding, compassion, and real solutions. 

About Janssen Law, PLC

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About

Janssen Law, PLC provides bankruptcy, estate planning, probate, trust, business formation, contracts, and real estate services to central Iowa. With over 46 years of experience, our team of dedicated attorneys understands the complexities of various legal matters and how they impact your life. We pride ourselves on our transparent billing practices and our ability to offer personalized attention to each client, ensuring you receive the support and guidance you need during challenging times. We offer a free initial 1-hour consultation to discuss your unique situation and provide insights into the best course of action. Whether you need a Chapter 7 lawyer, a debt lawyer, or a Chapter 11 attorney, give our firm a call today and learn more.

Year Established

1989

Products

  • Legal Services

Services

  • Bankruptcy
  • Business services
  • Creditor Representation
  • Real Estate services
  • Wills, Trusts & Estates

Specialties

  • Bankruptcy
  • Chapter 7
  • Chapter 13
  • Creditor Representation for Bankruptcy
  • Estate Planning
  • Charitable Giving
  • Conservatorship
  • Guardianship
  • Power of Attorney
  • Probate
  • Trust
  • Business Formation and Contracts
  • Real Estate

Associations

  • Iowa Bar Association

Brands

Pickup and Delivery

Payment Options

  • American Express
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

Languages

  • English


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