Randall D. Armentrout

Randall D. Armentrout is a veteran attorney with more than 25 years of experience representing employers in labor, employment, and litigation matters. He regularly handles cases involving workplace discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, and hostile work environment claims. Known for his creativity and ability to think outside the box, Mr. Armentrout develops innovative legal strategies to protect his clients while ensuring that their business objectives and long-term goals remain a central focus.

Mr. Armentrout earned his J.D., with honors, from Drake University Law School, where he served as Executive Editor of the Drake Law Review. He received his B.S. from the University of Iowa. Following law school, he clerked for Justice James H. Carter of the Iowa Supreme Court and Judge George G. Fagg of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, gaining valuable insight into appellate advocacy and judicial decision-making.

Mr. Armentrout’s practice includes employment counseling, litigation defense, and trade secret protection. He advises employers on compliance and risk avoidance, represents companies in administrative hearings and arbitrations, and has handled numerous appeals in state and federal courts. He has also argued cases that helped shape the interpretation of the Uniform Commercial Code. His work spans industries including finance, leasing, and commercial business disputes, where his advocacy has led to favorable outcomes for his clients.

Randall D. Armentrout is licensed to practice in all Iowa state and federal courts, the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Eighth and Tenth Circuits, and the U.S. Supreme Court. An active member of leading professional associations, he regularly writes and speaks on employment law, restrictive covenants, and noncompete agreements. Known for his strong litigation and counseling skills, Randall is a trusted advisor to employers facing complex workplace disputes, compliance challenges, and high-stakes appellate litigation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Nyemaster Goode, P.C.
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Labor and Employment Law Section, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, Polk County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• Drake University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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