Fort Smith Estate Planning Lawyers

Rich in tradition, Daily & Woods has represented start-ups and established businesses, banks, Fortune 500 companies, local government, and individual clients in a variety of legal matters for over 108 years.

C. Michael Daily is a member of Daily & Woods. He practices primarily in the areas of oil, gas and mineral law, including title examination and mineral litigation, estate planning, contract law, business law, real estate law, and collection law. Mr. Daily is a graduate of Hendrix College (B.A.) and The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (M.B.A. and J.D.). He is a member of the Sebastian County,...

I have been practicing in Fort Smith since 2012 and began my career here working as a prosecutor for Sebastian County where I gained invaluable courtroom experience. I was soon recruited in to private practice where I had the opportunity to work with some very talented and seasoned attorneys from whom I gained a great deal of experience. In 2018, my husband, Trae, (who is also an attorney) and I decided to go into private practice together and formed Bryant Law Partners. My practice areas include divorce, family law, child custody, adoption, guardianships, criminal defense, estate planning and general...

Nathan Roop has more than a decade of experience practicing law in courtrooms throughout the State of Arkansas. Nathan has experience both as a private attorney and has represented the State of Arkansas as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. During his career, he has handled jury trials, bench trials, both contested and uncontested divorces, custody and support matters, guardianships, land disputes, wills and power of attorney matters, civil litigation, personal injury matters, among others. ?Nathan Roop graduated from the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville School of Law and was admitted to practice in Arkansas in 2009. Nathan also graduated from Arkansas State University...

Joe Byars has over 25 years of experience in private practice. He began his practice in Dallas, Texas, handling business and employment law issues of all types. Since moving to his hometown of Fort Smith,Arkansas, his practice has focused on civil litigation, including personal injury law,employment law, and complex business litigation in many areas, including antitrust, and healthcare. Joe also handles estate planning, business transactions and regulatory issues.

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...

Ashley Naramore focuses on estate planning needs of individuals, families and small businesses of all ages and circumstances. A limited focus enables her to be particularly sensitive to the situations her clients confront. Other areas of practice include special needs planning, adoption, durable powers of attorney, guardianship, second marriage planning, gun trusts, healthcare directives, deeds/real estate and LLCs.

Jon Cigainero grew up working on a small family farm in Northeast Texas and went to college in at Baylor University. After graduating from Baylor, Jon worked for a John Deere dealership network in Eastern Arkansas a service manager and agricultural technology consultant. After working in the ag industry for four years, Jon moved to Fayetteville to enroll in the University of Arkansas School of Law and graduated with honors. Jon began his legal career as a law clerk for the University of Arkansas Office of General Counsel and moved to private practice afterwards. Jon's practice is focused on...

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.

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...

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...

Karen Baim Reagler is partner of Baim Reagler & Naramore, PLLC, located in Hot Springs and Hot Springs Village. Mrs. Reagler focuses her practice on estate planning and administration, trusts, wills, guardianships, uncontested adoptions, powers of attorney, and corporate law. She is admitted to practice in Arkansas, and Missouri. Mrs. Reagler earned her B.A. (religion) degree from Duke University and her M.A. (Near Eastern Studies) and J.D. (law) degrees from Washington University. She completed her LL.M. (masters of law) in Elder Law and Estate Planning at Western New England University. Mrs. Reagler clerked for...

Beau's practice areas include real estate law, business transactions, estate planning, probate, eminent domain and personal injury litigation. Beau was raised in Hot Springs, Arkansas and is a graduate of Lakeside High School (class of 1998). Beau completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Mississippi in 2002, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration. He received his Juris Doctorate degree in 2006 at the University of Arkansas School of Law in Little Rock. Beau is a partner at Crow & Durbin, Attorneys at Law. In addition to practicing law, Beau owns and operates...

Susan E. "Beth" Crawford is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law. She joined The Law Office of Thomas G. Buchanan in 2010 immediately after her admission to the Arkansas State Bar. She now practices in Hot Springs, AR, at Crawford Law Firm, P.A. with her husband and law partner, Blake Crawford. As an attorney, Beth is committed to helping her clients get the sense of justice and fair compensation that they are entitled to.

Tiffany Tucker is an associate attorney at Farrar & Williams, PLLC in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Tiffany's practice is limited to trusts, estates and elder law matters.

Laura maintains a focus on probate and estate planning in addition to real estate matters including deed preparation.

Laura is from central Arkansas and moved to Fayetteville eight years ago. Laura graduated from Bryant High School and then earned a Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Florida. She received her law degree from the University of Arkansas Bowen School of Law.

Laura assists clients statewide and would be happy to discuss how she can best help you.

Jason Boyeskie is an attorney with the Law Group of Northwest Arkansas. Jason’s practice areas include criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and representing individuals who have suffered personal injuries. Jason has previously worked for his own practice and as a member of a firm practicing in all areas of the law, prior to joining the Law Group.


A native Arkansan, Jason graduated from Georgia State University in 2005, summa cum laude, with a B.B.A. in Economics. In 2008, Jason returned to Arkansas and received his juris doctorate, cum laude, from the University of Arkansas School of Law. While in...

Heather's law experience brings extensive real-world criminal and juvenile crime knowledge from spending nine years as a deputy prosecutor. She has expanded the Law Group's practice areas to include probate and estate planning, bankruptcy, and domestic relations. She is a proud University of Arkansas School of Law alumnae, who continues to donate more than 100 hours annually to coach the law school's Student Trial Advocacy Team.

Greg Klebanoff, Attorney, and Counselor at Law, handles your legal matters with utmost importance. Greg is committed to providing you with experienced legal representation. Located in Fayetteville, AR, Greg has built a reputation throughout Arkansas as an honest, hardworking, and passionate advocate for his clients. With extensive experience in criminal defense, personal injury, divorce and family law, Greg has the knowledge and expertise to guide you through even the most complex legal challenges. He will fight for your rights and empower your voice, working to secure your best interests. Schedule a free consultation today with Greg Klebanoff, Attorney and Counselor...

Born in McGehee, Arkansas in 1988, John graduated from McGehee High School followed by earning a degree from Texas A&M University in Agricultural Economics. In 2013, he earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law. John was admitted to the practice of law in Arkansas and joined Bell & Boyd, PLLC as an associate attorney in August 2013, where he represented clients in various legal matters including probate, estate planning, divorce, custody, adoptions, guardianships, commercial litigation, real estate transactions, and property issues.

During his time with Bell & Boyd,...

I am an Arkansas native married to my high-school sweetheart and we have 4 wonderful, small children. I chose to focus on the areas of Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate and Guardianships, and Business Formation after my father passed away while I was in law school. Fortunately, because my parents had completed their estate planning, we, as a family, were able to focus on honoring my father’s memory rather than having to worry about my father’s property and his estate. This experience inspired me to be able to provide this same peace of mind to other families.

Chad is extremely well-versed in Estate Planning. Our goal is that every estate planning client that enters our firm leaves with an estate plan that is tailored to their specific needs and situation. A good estate plan helps families plan and protect their assets. If probate is needed, Chad is also very knowledgeable in that area. He worked for an Arkansas Probate Judge before joining wh Law, so he knows the Arkansas Probate Code and how to navigate the Arkansas Court System. Chad Taylor practices in the areas of Probate, Estate Planning, and general Civil Litigation at wh Law. Chad takes pride...

Beau Britton, Attorney at Law, has a general law practice in Hot Springs, Arkansas serving the state in all legal areas with an emphasis in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, and Business and Corporate Law, and General Civil Litigation.

Mr. Britton prides himself on offering his clients the dedication and hard work that their cases deserve. He conducts his practice with professionalism and keeps his clients informed and involved in their case. His practice is a general practice that seeks to serve you and your family in any legal matter that you may encounter. His goal is to obtain the best...

Travis R. Berry is the founder of The Law Office of Travis Berry, with several locations across Arkansas including Arkadelphia, Conway, and Hot Springs. Focusing his practice primarily on personal injury litigation, he provides representation to clients in the across the state who have been harmed by the negligence of others in cases involving motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, premises liability, medical malpractice, defective products and wrongful death. Mr. Berry is also certified as a mediator, and he has family law experience as well.

As an undergraduate, Mr. Berry received his Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of...

Dustin is a graduate of the University of Arkansas Fayetteville School of Law. He obtained his undergraduate degree at Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan where he studied political science and broadcasting.

Dustin has been practicing law since 2001. He began his legal career working with Legal Services offices, first in Fayetteville and then in Little Rock. Dustin is licensed to practice in Arkansas state courts, including Arkansas trial courts, the Arkansas Court of Appeals, and Arkansas Supreme Court. He is also licensed in the Federal District Court for the Eastern and Western Districts of...

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Attorney John Flynn earned his Law Degree from Baylor University School of Law in 1999 and is licensed in all Arkansas State, U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts in Arkansas. With over 20 years of experience helping individuals, families and small businesses in Arkansas, attorney John Flynn is the right choice to help you get out of debt through Bankruptcy. The Flynn Law Firm serves clients throughout central and northeast Arkansas.

I'm a retired Air Force officer and pilot who transitioned into civilian leadership roles and have a passion for law and serving my clients. I've been a company president, on a the board of a publicly traded bank, and chief operating officer of several companies.

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Jarred Kibbey co-founded Natural State Law, PLLC.

Prior to opening the firm, Jarred served a wide array of organizations from large not-for-profit insurance companies, to small privately held companies where he worked directly with some of the largest employers and most respected health systems in the country to create innovative business solutions to complex problems.

Jarred also served as the Senior Policy Advisor to the Arkansas Department of Health and Senior Healthcare Advisor to Governor Hutchinson.

Jarred’s diverse, real-world experience in both business and government provide him with unique set of skills to work on the most challenging of issues for his clients.

As the managing partner and founder of Knapp Law Firm and Knapp and Associates, I manage a team of skilled lawyers, legal professionals and support staff representing clients in multiple states across the Southeastern United States. Being licensed in seven states, a host of federal jurisdictions, a member of the United States Supreme Court Bar and operating four offices allows us to provide the best legal representation possible for our clients through the use of cutting edge technology, required continuing education for our professionals and having only the best people on our team. Whether our clients...

Gregg Knutson started practicing law after completing his studies at the William H. Bowen School of Law in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1997. Gregg handles a wide variety of matters, including divorce, bankruptcy, personal injury, foreclosure defense, criminal defense and appeals, and collection law. In 2002, Mr. Knutson opened his own law firm, and he has had a solo law practice since that time.

Mr. Knutson particularly enjoys assisting clients with complex financial issues that arise in divorce and bankruptcy matters. Mr. Knutson has found his Master of Business Administration Degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock...