Spencer, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — Don Hemphill has resigned his position with the city of Spencer. To his knowledge, his 49 years of service is a record for any city attorney.

Hemphill tells Northwestiowanow.com his approach to law was to avoid court.

We asked what advice he could impact on the city officials to follow him.

Don Hemphill is also winding down his private law practice in Spencer and hopes to be fully retired by June 30th.