Summers Lawyers

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...

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.

Mr. Elliott was admitted to the Arkansas bar in 1978. He is also admitted to practice before U.S. District Courts of Arkansas, 8th Circuit Court of Appeals and U.S. Supreme Court. He received his education from Ouachita Baptist University (B.A., cum laude, 1975) where he was a four year letterman on the Tiger football team; and University of Arkansas School of Law at Fayetteville (J.D., 1978). He was the Research Editor of the Arkansas Law Review for 1978. He also became a Certified Public Accountant (currently inactive), Arkansas, 1980. Don Elliott also served in the...

I have been in family since becoming a lawyer in 2016. I am licensed as an attorney ad litem. I litigate cases of divorce, paternity, custody, child support, adoptions, and guardianships in Domestic Relations and Probate court.

Frank H. Bailey, author of REAR-END COLLISIONS IN ARKANSAS, T-BONE COLLISIONS IN ARKANSAS, HEAD ON COLLISIONS IN ARKANSAS, AND DISTRACTED DRIVING IN ARKANSAS is the founder of Bailey and Oliver Law Firm. For 48 years Frank has represented clients who have been injured in his community and throughout Arkansas. Frank believes that his integrity and hard work led to him being named Trial Lawyer of the Year in 2009 by the Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2008 along with many other honors. Frank likes to tell the...

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...

I imagine right now you are surprised to be reading this. You didn't think you would be here. Divorce is something that happens to other people, not to you. Your marriage was never perfect, but let's be honest - who has a perfect marriage? Things were never perfect, but you could live with the imperfections. For a while.

Then the imperfections grew. They grew to the point that they were major problems. Problems that were unfortunately unfixable. Now you need help and you don't know where to turn.

Well, you have arrived at the...

Kristy E. Boehler is a partner with the Law Group of Northwest Arkansas LLP. She focuses her practice on agricultural and food law, after growing up on a row crop and cattle farm. Kristy graduated cum laude from Drake University in 2007, with a B.A. in Political Science and Law, Politics, and Society. Afterward, she attended law school at the University of Arkansas School of Law, graduating with a Juris Doctorate in 2011. While in school law, Kristy was a member of the Arkansas Law Review and wrote "Poultry Growers in Arkansas: Agents or Independent Contractors?", 63...

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...

Practicing law in SW Missouri and NW Arkansas since 1991. I have a general litigation practice - family law, criminal law, auto accidents, civil litigation. I have tried hundreds of bench trials and several jury trials. I provide experience, aggressive legal representation. I served as Hollister, Mo. municipal judge for 21 years, through November, 2014. Call for a free initial consultation - 417-335-2685

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...

I believe that some of my life experiences, both past and present, give me the ability to connect with my clients with genuine empathy and understanding. I have, myself, been involved with the legal system in the area of custody and know first-hand how uncomfortable it can be. To be that counsel, there to explain the legal options, procedures, and timelines while representing my clients’ best interests is what I want to do for my clients.

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.

Experienced and trusted injury attorney Alan LeVar has been practicing law in Arkansas for the past 20 years. As a former Municipal Judge Mr. LeVar has an extensive amount of experience helping those in his community.

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...

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...

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.

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.

After discharge from the military, I joined Martin Attorneys, PA in 2011. I'm passionate about helping people and loves that the law allows him to do just that.

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...

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.

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...

Mary grew up on the edge of the Mississippi Delta, in Panola County. She graduated from the University of Mississippi in 2019 with a degree in legal studies, and then from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 2022. The Mississippi native’s first time ever visiting Arkansas was for an interview with wh Law the semester before she graduated law school, and after spending a total of 18 hours in the city, she knew she was home and set her sights on Little Rock. Since she was little, Mary’s goal in life has been to help people, and she chose...

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...

Law was a natural fit for Steve’s competitive nature. He likes to win, he likes structure and he believes in the system. His practice began in Little Rock in the early 90’s and over his 15 years there, he steadily gravitated to more and more family law. When the chance came to relocate to NW Arkansas in the fall of 2007, his wife, June, and his children Alex and Emily helped him close his private practice and he moved into our family law division, focusing exclusively on helping families in this difficult area.

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

Brett graduated from the University of Arkansas at Monticello in Monticello, Arkansas with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice in 2011 and received a Juris Doctorate from William H. Bowen School of Law in Little Rock, Arkansas. Brett has extensive experience in Criminal, Family and Civil Law matters. He shared the responsibility of litigating all Orders of Protection in the 10th Judicial District, consisting of Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Desha and Drew County, Arkansas. He served as Parent Counsel in Jefferson and Lincoln County, Arkansas. Brett brings experience and a proven track record of success in the Family Law Area Brett...

Dequeshia is an attorney with the Law Group of Northwest Arkansas LLP. She has experience working with a Fortune 50 corporation's Ethics and Compliance department and in federal court representing chapter 7 bankruptcy debtors. Her primary practice focus is bankruptcy, and Dequeshia is admitted to practicing law in Arkansas and the Arkansas Federal bankruptcy court. Dequeshia was born and raised in Blytheville, Arkansas, before graduating with a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock then earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas School of Law. Additionally, Dequeshia spends her time...

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...

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...

Former Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Sebastian and Crawford County, Arkansas.

Honeycutt has tried criminal jury trials in both State and Federal Courts.

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.

God seemed to lead me to the practice of law. I gravitated to the kind of law that helps people when they are hurting: family law, bankruptcy law, accidents and wrongful death, wills and trusts.