Countryman practiced law in
Nevada, Iowa. From 1950 to 1954, Countryman served as attorney for
Story County, Iowa as a member of the
Republican party. From 1955 to 1957, Countryman served as
Attorney General of Iowa. In 1956, 1960, and 1968, Countryman unsuccessfully sought the Republican nomination for
United States Senate. He continued to practice law in Nevada, Iowa and also managed his farms. == Death ==