Atty. Dennis J. McMenimen

Atty. Dennis J. McMenimen

Dennis J. McMenimen is an Attorney and Senior Vice President at Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, P.L.C.

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About Dennis J. McMenimen at a glance

Dennis J. McMenimen is a family law, business, and real estate attorney based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Shuttleworth & Ingersoll PLC. Admitted to practice in Iowa, The Iowa State Bar Association and Wyoming, Wyoming State Bar. Educated at The University of Iowa (J.D., 1978) and Saint John's University (BA, 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law (2026). Serands clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dennis J. McMenimen is an Attorney and Senior Vice President at Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, P.L.C
  • Dennis' work focuses on counseling business owners and managers on a variety of legal issues affecting their businesses, including corporate organization and operation, lending and finance, contracts, real estate, and natural resources and energy matters
  • Dennis is listed in the Best Lawyers in America for both Corporate Law and Real Estate Law, and in Chambers USA and SuperLawyers for Real Estate
  • Dennis also is a member of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys
  • Dennis is or has been involved in a number of community organizations and activities, including the boards of the Hawkeye Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
  • Brucemore, Inc
  • United Way of East Central Iowa
  • Cedar Rapids Public Library
  • Orchestra Iowa
  • and Cedar Rapids Science Center, Inc

Practice Areas Explained

Dennis J. McMenimen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dennis J. McMenimen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cedar Rapids are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dennis J. McMenimen

Where is Dennis J. McMenimen's law office located?
Dennis J. McMenimen's law practice is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The firm is Shuttleworth & Ingersoll PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dennis J. McMenimen handle?
Dennis J. McMenimen focuses on family law, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
Where did Dennis J. McMenimen go to law school?
Dennis J. McMenimen earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (BA, 1975).
How can I contact Dennis J. McMenimen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dennis J. McMenimen received?
Dennis J. McMenimen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Education

J.D.
The University of Iowa
- 1978
BA
Saint John's University
- 1975

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Agriculture Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mining Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell, Inc. Rating “AV”
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Cedar Rapids)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Cedar Rapids)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Iowa, The Iowa State Bar Association
Wyoming, Wyoming State Bar

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