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Seth A. White is a sixth-generation native of Northwest Arkansas and member of the last unified class of Rogers High School. Seth completed his undergraduate degree at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana, where he was a Daktronics NAIA Scholar Athlete and Crossroads League All-Conference performer for the Wildcats baseball team. After retiring his batting gloves, he decided the best avenue for his passion for competition was to become a trial lawyer.

While a student at the University of Arkansas School of Law, Seth prosecuted cases as a Rule XV Student Practitioner for the Benton County Prosecutor’s Office and served as...

Ryan defends Arkansans against criminal allegations and in divorce and child custody cases. Ryan’s criminal practice includes misdemeanor and felony charges and tickets and citations of all kinds. Ryan’s clients most often come to him during one of the most difficult times of their lives, and he values his clients’ trust. Ryan believes in his clients and works tirelessly for justice.

Raised by a teacher and poultry industry worker, Ryan grew up in Pittsburg, a small diverse town in Northeast Texas. Ryan began working when he was 14 years old as a bus boy at a local catfish restaurant. He spent...

Our office is located in the historic Fulbright Building immediately adjacent to the Washington County Courthouse in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Paul's practice is dedicated to defending clients charged with DWI and related alcohol driving offenses (DUI) in the Circuit and District Courts of Washington and Madison County, Arkansas. https://pauldreynolds.com

We also offer Chapter 7 Bankruptcy services for clients in Northwest Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma. https://bankruptcyarkok.com/

I am originally from Chicago, Illinois. I am a graduate of Purdue University and the University of Arkansas School of Law. I was on the Dean's List at both universities. I have been licensed to practice law in Arkansas for more than nine (9) years. I have successfully handled hundreds of cases in the following areas: divorce, paternity, change of custody, child support, interference with visitation, grandparent visitation, alimony, legal separation, adoption, name change, juvenile dependency-neglect, contempt, bankruptcy, guardianships, wills, personal injury, expungements, and traffic ticket defense. I became an attorney because I...

Sydney represents clients in Arkansas and Tennessee in the areas of Sports and Entertainment law, Intellectual Property, Business Law, Trademarks, and Estate Planning. Sydney attended law school at the University of Arkansas, where she graduated cum laude with her J.D. in 2023. While in school, Sydney worked for two years in school in the Arkansas Razorback Athletic Department under the Associate General Counsel for Athletics where she gained experience working with contract review and negotiation; compliance and Title 9 issues; intellectual property; Freedom of Information Act requests; and Name, Image, and Likeness policies and procedures. Sydney wrote and amended various...

Deborah and her team focus on Practical Estate Planning and Social Security Disability. Practical Estate Planning: Life is unpredictable and families are messy. Don't be afraid to reach out. Deborah and her team help folks all over Arkansas get their "Ducks in a Row" with wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and more. Social Security Disability / SSI: Deborah and her team keep their disability caseload small, so they can provide the individualized service that disability clients need and deserve. Call or email to see if they can help. (501) 247-1830 or Info@TheHardinLawFirm.com.

I represent people and not insurance companies and practice exclusively in the area of personal injury, wrongful death and medical malpractice. I have many years of experience in helping people and families whose lives have been turned upside down as a result of injuries or the death of a loved one caused by the negligence of others. In 2018, I was proud to help trucking crash victims recover jury verdicts of $1,980,000.00, $500,000.00 and $175,000.00. Some of the cases that I am most proud of have directly resulted in changes that have and will save lives. After a railroad...

Well, it's not really about me at all, is it? If you've found me Justia, you're either researching attorneys or have heard about me and wanted to check me out.

Either way, welcome! I'm proud of the career that I've built protecting people from the government. Whether you're charged with a DWI or Drug Possession, you've come to the right place (don't worry, I can even help you out with that speeding ticket).

You've already made a smart choice! With all of the legal puffery that attorneys put out there (and all of the paid awards that they can hang on the...

A native of the Delta who has spent the last several years practicing law in Central Arkansas, Caitlin Leggett Ginardi knows that small town charm will often take you as far as big city experience. Fortunately for her Clients, Caitlin has both. Caitlin enjoys working closely and developing one-on-one relationships with each of her clients. She takes great pride in supporting her clients as they face some of the most difficult and emotional times of their lives. Many of her friends have become her clients, but all of her clients have become her friends. From out-of-the-box settlement strategies to aggressive...

Nick focuses his law practice exclusively on personal injury and Social Security law. Nick has assisted numerous clients in Arkansas and the surrounding states, participating in 1000+ administrative Social Security hearings with hundreds of Social Security appeals in the federal court, including the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Nick is one of a handful of attorneys specialized in Social Security Disability federal appeals, representing a substantial percentage of the Social Security Disability Appeals currently active in the Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas. Because of his experience, reputation, and high success rate, attorneys often call on Nick for guidance or...

I began my career as a lawyer at Martin Attorneys, P.A. in 2001, and my practice has always focused on bankruptcy. I like the fact that bankruptcy, more than many other practice areas, is driven by legal rather than factual disputes.

Erin , has had a passion for the law her entire adult life. She started working for a personal injury law firm at the age of 17 as a legal secretary, then paralegal as she worked her way through college and law school. Erin furthered her education and launched her career all while raising her three beautiful children.

Erin graduated cum laude from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 2011. In February 2012, when she sat for the Arkansas Bar Exam, she obtained the highest score.

Since becoming a licensed attorney, her practice has focused on representing people...

Matthew Benson is a native Razorback who graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and again from the University of Arkansas School of Law for his Juris Doctor. Matthew started his legal career with the United States Department of Justice as a law clerk with the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Arkansas, then took a position with the Benton County Prosecutor's Office as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney before going into private practice.

Ms. Paul concentrates her practice in commercial real estate and project development, finance and banking, and general business and corporate transactions. Since 2006, Ms. Paul has practiced law in Arkansas. She has successfully expanded her client base since relocating as a result of her commitment to consistently providing the highest quality in legal services to her clients. Her attention to detail, coupled with the personal attention she provides to each and every one of her clients, is just a part of what separates her in this field. Ms. Paul views the relationship she has with her clients as...

Jessica is a bankruptcy attorney who has been helping clients get a fresh start since she joined wh Law in 2019. Originally from Little Rock, she received her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Economics from Saint Louis University. Before becoming a lawyer, Jessica spent 10 years as a Certified Public Accountant. To say Jessica is a numbers person through and through is an understatement! Jessica wears many hats at wh Law, but her favorite part of the job is connecting with clients on a personal level and ensuring client satisfaction. One of the things Jessica works toward every day...

Brian Light joined wh Law | We Help in 2020. His practice is focused on Bankruptcy matters.

Brian grew up in Little Rock, where he graduated from Little Rock Central High. After earning his undergraduate degree at the University of Central Arkansas he attended the University of Arkansas School of Law in Fayetteville.

While in law school, he worked in the school’s Pro Bono Bankruptcy Clinic, where he discovered that helping the people of Arkansas through the bankruptcy process was the best way for him to use his law degree. Since graduating from law school in 2014 he has helped hundreds of...

Stuart served as a prosecutor in Arkansas since 1997 and has participated in over 120 jury trials, worked with over 25 different judges, has been designated a Certified Death Penalty Lawyer, and achieved the title of Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney of both Benton and Lonoke Counties. Stuart has tried every type of criminal case and has tenaciously fought for justice for thousands of victims. But not all defendants are guilty. And some that are guilty are just regular people who make mistakes. Now, Stuart brings his extensive experience in the Arkansas legal system, his grit and...

Formerly a Cop and Judge. Decades in the legal community. Personally available to all clients from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. It costs you nothing to talk for a bit and see how we might help you.

Business Attorney licensed in Arkansas with 30 years experience in energy, utility, corporate and real estate law, government relations, and real estate investment and management. 22 years experience as member of business management teams. Strong legal and business writing skills with clear and concise writing and oral presentation styles.

Roger is known as a fierce trial attorney who is passionate about practicing personal injury law. During his career, he has recovered millions of dollars for his clients. But what he values is more than accomplishing a case. It’s the satisfaction he gets when he wins a settlement for a badly injured client. This motivates him to continue in his mission of advocacy and quest for justice. Roger is a leading advocate in the field of personal injury litigation, earning recognitions from Super Lawyers®, an AV Rating® by Martindale-Hubbell®, and more.

James King attended Southside High School in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was active in athletics and graduated in 2002. After high school, he attended University of Louisiana, Lafayette, and earned a Bachelor of Arts with a major in political science/pre-law and a minor in English. While in college, James King ran both Division 1 track and cross country. After completing college in 2006, James contracted to serve in the Marine Corps and in May of 2008, he attended Officers Candidate School in Quantico, Virginia. He commissioned as a Second Lieutenant on 9 August 2008. After Officers Candidate School,...

Sarah is a Family Law Attorney who has provided professional legal services to hundreds of satisfied clients throughout the Northwest Arkansas area since 2005. Located in Fayetteville, AR, she primarily focuses on divorce law, child custody, child support, paternity, orders of protection, adoption, and guardianship matters. No matter the complexity, Sarah is eager to help resolve your legal issues with the thoroughness, attention, and detail you deserve.

Sarah was born in Little Rock, Arkansas. She graduated from Little Rock Hall High School before heading out west to college in Boulder, Colorado for her love of the outdoors, skiing, and hiking. Sarah...

Tom has served as a deputy prosecuting attorney in both Pulaski and Washington counties. Tom has handled thousands of criminal cases, ranging from traffic violations to DWIs to violent felonies. During his time with the prosecutor's office, Tom gained an understanding of the tactics employed by both the prosecutors and the police to convict people charged with crimes. Tom is excited to use his knowledge and insight to battle for the clients of Marks Law Firm and to help them with their cases!
Tom Marks graduated with honors from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Bowen School of Law in...

Mr. King graduated from high school in Greenbrier, Arkansas, in 1969, before leaving to join the United States Marine Corps. After his service in the Corps, Mr. King attended Southern Arkansas University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree-History in 1981. Mr. King then attended law school at the University of Arkansas School of Law in Little Rock, where he developed an interest in Constitutional Law and issues in immigration. He earned his Juris Doctor in 1986. For the first year of Mr. King's practice, he focused on employment law issues for several Central Arkansas companies. Then, in...

Tyson-Lord Gray is an Attorney in New York City. His practice area is Environmental Law. Tyson-Lord strives to protect individuals and communities through his work enforcing environmental laws and policies.

Tyson-Lord has held previous positions at Richman Law Group and was a Pro-Bono Scholar at The Legal Aid Society. There, he worked in the Civil Practice Division focusing on Housing Law Practice and the Homeless Rights Project.

Tyson-Lord received his J.D. from Pace Law School and his Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University. He also holds a S.T.M. from Boston University and a M.Div. from Morehouse School of Religion.

Tyson-Lord is currently admitted to practice...

A personal injury is not an isolated problem: It is a medical and financial crisis that can impact every facet of your life. Suddenly, due to the careless actions of another person, you are saddled with steep medical bills, car or truck repairs, scars and disfigurement ... and you may not even be able to return to work. At the Elliott & Smith Law Firm, we provide aggressive and intelligent legal counsel to people who have been hurt in personal injury accidents. With over five decades of combined legal experience, attorneys Don Elliott, Tim Smith and Rick Elliott have the...

William “Zac” White, a sixth generation Arkansan, was raised in Forrest City, AR, until the sixth grade when his family moved to Marion, AR, where he graduated high school. He earned a bachelor’s degree in International Trade from the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, AR, a Masters Degree in International Economics and Finance, and obtained his law degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of law.

Gary Dewitt has a passion for helping people of all ages to protect their quality of life and provide peace of mind when they need retirement advice, newly formed family planning, elder law advice, estate planning or issues related to probate. Gary is a graduate of the U of A Law School as well as earning accolades from OSU in Business Administration and Computer Science. He has worked and provided consultation to numerous Fortune 100 companies. Gary’s education coupled with valuable life experience allow him to bring creative estate planning and elder law solutions to your family when you...

Clients hire Marcus Vaden and his team to resolve complicated high-stakes business disputes and serious personal injury claims resulting from industrial, trucking and car accidents. Marcus Vaden has a long history of representing personal injury victims in Arkansas. His 21 years as a prosecuting attorney has allowed him to develop a reputation as an exceptional trial attorney, including being named Arkansas’ 2009 Prosecutor of the Year. His tough, aggressive approach helps to ensure his clients get the results they deserve.

From an early age, Scott has made it his mission to help others during their time of need. He has a passion for the Constitution and for seeking justice. Choosing a career as a trial lawyer was easy for Scott, because it allows him to carry out his passion of helping others during their period of personal tragedies. Scott has dedicated his entire career to becoming an advocate for personal injury victims. He truly believes that the courtroom is where many meaningful battles can be won, including standing up to unscrupulous corporations and insurance companies.

Natalie was raised in Fort Smith where she graduated from Southside High School. After obtaining a Bachelor’s in Humanities from St. Gregory’s University, she moved to Fayetteville until graduating from the University of Arkansas School of Law. She is licensed to practice law in Arkansas. While in law school, Natalie was a member of the law fraternity Delta Theta Phi and the International Law Society. She also participated in the Women’s Law Student Association, and served as Chair of Community Service. During law school, she interned for Daily and Woods in Fort Smith. Natalie was also a student attorney...

Scott came to practice of law later in life than most. After spending many years in management roles, he decided to do what he had always planned to do as a child and go back to school to become an attorney. Admitted to the Bar in 2011, Scott worked primarily as a solo practitioner handling a wide range of cases before joining our firm in 2016. He has handled hundreds of disability cases before the Social Security Administration. Scott takes a lot of satisfaction in helping people when they are...

Throughout this period, his interest in the law was nurtured by a side job as a trial assistant in the hormone therapy litigation, In re: Prempro Products Liability Litigation, Case No. MDL 1507. Following his work with the Prempro MDL, David attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law. While there, he co-founded the Arkansas Journal of Social Change and Public Service (along with Brandon Haubert), an online, interdisciplinary publication for which he served as Editor-in-Chief. He oversaw the Journal’s inaugural symposium, as well as a variety of community engagement efforts. In its first...

Evelyn Brooks grew up in Little Rock and is a native Arkansan. Her mother Elizabeth Brooks was one of the early women lawyers to practice in Arkansas graduating from law school in 1963. Evelyn attended Hendrix College and the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville where she graduated with her law degree.

Evelyn has been practicing law devoted to the areas of workers' compensation and Social Security disability since 1987. With over thirty years of experience she is a leader in Arkansas Workers' Compensation practice. She lectures on workers' compensation law in Arkansas at educational seminars and has spoken on panels for...

Gary V. Weeks bring decades of experience litigating to the table. Gary's practice includes agricultural, environment, business, mergers and acquisitions, and complex civil litigations. He serves a variety of corporate clients, ranging from small to large-sized businesses.

Gary graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Arkansas in 1987, and was admitted to the Arkansas State Bar in 1988.