Wynne Lawyers

Laura Beth York moved to Arkansas when she was 10. She grew up in Conway, Arkansas and was fortunate enough to attend Hendrix College in her hometown. She stayed in Arkansas and obtained her law degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock School of Law. Following graduation, she took a chance and moved to South Carolina with her husband, where she worked as an attorney at Legal Aid for almost two years before the opportunity arose for she and her husband to move back to Arkansas. Laura Beth knew that she wanted to practice in the area of workers’...

Steve Abed was born in Philadelphia, PA, and raised in New Jersey. He attended Rutgers University and came to Arkansas in 1990 to attend law school at the Bowen School of Law in Little Rock. Abed is licensed to practice law in Arkansas and has been admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and Texas but is currently inactive in those states. Abed has been practicing law in Arkansas for over 25 years. Since graduating from law school, he has practiced in both criminal and civil law areas. In 1994, he went to work for a local firm and then worked as a...

Alex Melton was born in Bentonville, Arkansas, but spent most of his childhood in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Growing up he was always a Razorback fan, so when it came time to go to college, Melton chose to attend the University of Arkansas where he received his undergraduate degree in business administration. After receiving his undergraduate degree, Melton moved to Little Rock, where he earned his Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. During this time, he also worked for the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center where he helped assist individuals in starting their...

Jennings Morgan has called Arkansas home his entire life. He was born and raised in North Little Rock and is a proud graduate of Catholic High School for Boys in Little Rock. After receiving his undergraduate degree in Business Finance from the University of Arkansas, Morgan returned to Little Rock where he received his Juris Doctorate from the Bowen School of Law. After law school, Morgan served as a judicial law clerk for Pulaski County Circuit Court Judge Tim Fox before going to work as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for the Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. During his time as a...

Jessica Bass Vaught has had the privilege of practicing law with Rainwater, Holt & Sexton since 2008. She grew up in the small, south Arkansas town of Arkadelphia and received a B.A. in Political Science from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. She then returned home to Arkansas to attend UALR’s Bowen School of Law. Jessica enjoys representing Rainwater, Holt & Sexton clients and advocating for the best outcome in each client’s case. Without question, the firm’s caring commitment to its clients and to communities across Arkansas sets it apart. Jessica’s primary practice area is bankruptcy and participates in the Central Arkansas Debtor-Creditor...

Eric Wewers graduated from the UALR School of Law in 1990. After graduation, he moved to Dallas, Texas, and began working for the prestigious firm of DeHay & Blanchard. There he worked under the guidance of Carlyle DeHay and Gary Elliston. In 1992, Wewers left DeHay & Blanchard to form the law firm of DeHay & Elliston. During this time, he tried cases in Dallas, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, El Paso, Waco, Austin, and Houston. On January 1, 2001, Wewers resigned from the partnership of DeHay & Elliston to open the Texas office for the nationally known firm of Wilkes...

Will Dawson was born and raised on a cotton farm in Phillips County, Arkansas. Growing up in the Arkansas Delta, he learned the value of hard work and perseverance early in life. He graduated as valedictorian of his class at Barton High School and went on to attend the University of Arkansas on the Chancellor’s Scholarship, earning a bachelor’s degree in Finance. After graduation, Dawson went back home to Phillips County, where he continued farming until 2015. Over time, he felt called to a new career path, one that would give him a better opportunity to help others and interact with...

Seth Hyder grew up in East Tennessee and desired to be an attorney from a young age. He attended Emory and Henry College in Virginia and lettered four years in Varsity baseball. Community participation classes were a large part of his studies, taking both community building and community service courses. He decided to relocate to Arkansas to study law at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Bowen School of Law. Seth studied law because, he says “my career fills a need for the community.” Seth continued his community focus by volunteering for CALS (Center for Arkansas Legal Services) and...

Kaitlyn Logan was born and raised in Searcy, where she graduated from Riverview High School as the class valedictorian. Logan then went on to graduate from the University of Central Arkansas with magna cum laude honors and a Bachelor of Business Administration. At UCA, she was awarded the Outstanding Business Management Student of the Year. She was also a member of the Delta Zeta Sorority where she enjoyed competing in intramural sports and participating in philanthropic events. Afterwards, Logan attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law and graduated cum laude. During law school, she...

Ashley Loy was born and raised in Arkansas. She always had a passion for standing up for others who needed help, and she felt that passion could best be served by becoming an attorney and truly advocating for those who need assistance. While enrolled in the night program at William H. Bowen School of Law, Ashley worked as an adjudicator for Social Security Administration’s Disability Determination Services (DDS). She became intimately familiar with Social Security’s rules and regulations and how the Administration decided who was eligible for benefits. After working for DDS for over five years, she learned how the...

Trace Fryar was born and raised in Arkadelphia, where he graduated from Arkadelphia High School. He remained in his hometown to attend Ouachita Baptist University, where he completed his undergraduate degree in finance. Upon graduating from Ouachita, Fryar went on to obtain his law degree at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law. While in law school, Fryar had the opportunity to clerk for law firms in both Arkadelphia and Conway and to serve in the Bowen School of law clinical program, gaining experience in client service. Throughout his academic career, Fryar developed...

Jake Logan was born and raised in Sheridan, Arkansas where he attended high school and graduated co-valedictorian. During his sophomore year at the University of Central Arkansas, he knew he wanted to pursue a career in law. It would be a lifelong pursuit to understand the rules, argue their influence and use them to help clients. He graduated from UCA in 2013 magna cum laude. He attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Bowen School of Law where he was an Associate Editor on the Law Review and was also on the Moot Court Board. He graduated magna cum laude...

Luke Hill, a life-long Arkansan, was born and raised in Little Rock. He attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, followed by his law degree from the University of Arkansas School of Law. While in law school, Hill had the opportunity to clerk for both small and large law firms, where he learned how to practically serve clients. After graduating from law school, Hill moved home to Little Rock where he began his career with a large commercial insurance company working to navigate health insurance regulations. He then spent several years in...

Hillary Branham grew up and lived in Magnolia, Arkansas for most of her childhood and then moved to Benton, Arkansas with her family during her teenage years. She graduated from Benton High School and attended college at Arkansas Tech University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in political science and her associate degree in criminal justice. After college, she attended William H. Bowen School of Law at UA Little Rock. Branham’s drive to become an attorney came from her love and passion for serving people. She knew that if she became an attorney, she would be able to assist people in...

Degen Clow entered private practice after serving as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for years in Pulaski County. During that time, he spent almost every day in court, which he now considers his office away from the office. He developed confidence and, most importantly, learned what it takes to beat a criminal charge.

Mr. Hulsey has practiced Patent and Trademark Law for 35 years and serves inventors and entrepreneurs in the Southeast United States, focusing principally in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana. He has prosecuted and obtained patents and trademarks for this region’s most aspiring and amazing inventors, entrepreneurs, and dreamers who are dedicated to making the world a better place. He is committed to manifesting a perpetual virtuous cycle of innovation and entrepreneurial growth spurring intellectual property growth, which in turn encourages fair, reasonable, collaborative commercialization and to further yet more regional innovation, entrepreneurial growth, and prosperity. Over the years,...

Josh oversees a variety of practice areas at the firm, including Business Law/Commercial Litigation, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Probate, and Personal Injury. The firm offers additional services in the areas of Family Law, Custody/Divorce, Criminal Defense, and Guardianship/Adoptions, as well as other legal services. Mostyn represents many small business clients as their "Outside General Counsel" and manages an array of legal issues for small and medium sized companies. Josh is licensed to practice in both state and federal court in Arkansas, and is also licensed to practice law in Texas. He is a past President of the Benton County Bar...

Sean T. Keith has represented people injured as a result of the negligence of others for more than twenty-five years. His practice began with car wrecks and has grown to include tractor trailer crashes, nursing home abuse and products liability cases against car manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies. He is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell. He has been recognized by several national organizations and has regularly been featured on the Mid South’s Super Lawyer list and named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers.

Attorneys across the United States refer cases to Sean...

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...

I am a trial lawyer based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, representing clients throughout Oklahoma and eastern Arkansas. A Jenks Public Schools "lifer," I pursued my higher education at the University of Tulsa. My legal practice is dedicated to civil justice personal injury cases and family law disputes, particularly divorce and child custody cases involving high-income support claims and complex financial issues. Following law school, I enhanced my skills in financial data analysis through training provided by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. I honed my negotiation abilities at the AAML's collaborative program with Harvard University. I am skilled at negotiating and drafting...

I am a trial lawyer. I represent individuals in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. My work involves high-stakes family law and civil cases that often include allegations of criminal misconduct. I work with my clients to resolve important matters privately and by agreement when possible. When the other side is unreasonable or will not agree, I have the training and trial experience to provide skilled advocacy and representation in court for my clients. I am board-certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a family law trial lawyer. I am a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers...

Don Spears is a trial lawyer and has been in practice for 40 + years, Don has dedicated his career to fighting for the rights of Arkansans. Growing up in Malvern, Arkansas, Don truly understands the hardships that legal problems can create for a family.

After graduating from Malvern High School, Don attended Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree. Fulfilling his lifelong goal, he went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 1975.

Don was admitted to the bar in 1975 and is licensed to practice law in...

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.

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...

“To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.” – Alfred Lord Tennyson K.C. Dupps Tucker is a partner and founder of the Law Group of Northwest Arkansas PLLC. K.C.’s practice involves representing individuals and corporations in all phases of complex civil litigation—with a focus on business and agricultural issues. Although she grew up in Northwest Arkansas, K.C. graduated from Colorado College 1995 with B.A. in Political Science and Theatre. Upon graduation, she worked for Seattle Academy of Arts and Sciences as the Assistant Director of Development and Alumni Director. In 2007, K.C. received her Juris Doctorate from the University of...

A native of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Joshua W. Bugeja has a passion for providing quality legal services at affordable prices. Mr. Bugeja is willing to travel across Northwest Arkansas for little to no additional charge.

As a designated Personal Family Lawyer, my firm handles things differently. We will explain more during your free 15-minute Zoom meeting, which you can book on my website. I also now handle Elder Law cases, whether proactive or crisis. First, I chose to bill flat fees; nothing is billed hourly so that my clients know exactly what they are paying upfront, with no hidden costs for calls or emails. During our initial Life and Legacy planning session, the client will choose what they want and know the total cost. Second, lawyers often have a reputation for poor communication, a problem...

I serve Arkansas families by pursuing innovative, reconciliation-driven solutions to their legal needs at Mann & Kemp PLLC

Jennifer M. Lancaster is the Managing Partner of The Lancaster Law Firm. Her practice focuses on Personal Injury and Bankruptcy.

During law school, Jennifer also worked towards her M.B.A. Additionally, she was a member of the Moot Court Board, a member of the American Inn’s of Court Organization, a nationally recognized member of the Big Brother’s & Big Sister’s Organization for her volunteer service, and a finalist in the Arkansas Governor’s Cup Competition for business students.

Jennifer’s legal experience includes working as a law clerk for the Prosecuting Attorney for the Sixth Judicial District in Pulaski County, Arkansas, where she assisted in...

Lisa is a native of Fayetteville, Arkansas where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and a Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Arkansas. She was admitted to the Arkansas Bar in 1992 and the United States District Court for the Western District of Arkansas in 1995. Lisa handled several high profile criminal cases including rape trials, drug trials, and a capital murder trial during her years at the Benton County and Washington County Public Defenders Office. She later served as a deputy prosecuting attorney for the acclaimed Washington/Madison Drug Court presided over...

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...

Experience Prior to joining Deason Garner, Mr. Hansen worked for several years in the behavioral health field and then transitioned to the legal industry to work with Attorney Shawn Garner in the areas of Chapter 7 Federal Bankruptcy law, contract law, and civil litigation. In 2014, Mr. Hansen was admitted to practice law in Arizona. Mr. Hansen is a featured presenter in the firm’s monthly FREE Estate Planning Seminars. Education Mr. Hansen holds a Juris Doctorate degree from Arizona Summit Law School (Phoenix) and a Bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University (Tempe). Mr. Hansen’s...

John R. Hudson has been practicing family law and criminal law since 1987. He graduated from the University of Arkansas school of law. He founded The Hudson Law Firm, P.L.L.C. which is based in Fayetteville, Arkansas and serves clients throughout northwest Arkansas.

Prior to attending law school, Mickey Stevens gained extensive experience working with the state government in the areas of social work and investigation, foster care agencies, and law enforcement. After completing law school at the University of Arkansas, he was admitted to practice before the State of Arkansas in 2012. He worked as an attorney for a state agency and accumulated extensive private practice experience in various areas, including family law, criminal law, administrative law, and civil litigation. Mickey has represented hundreds of disability claimants before the Social Security Administration in Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama.

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...

Whitfield has defended over a thousand criminal cases and averages several trials a month. While in law school in Fayetteville, Whitfield was President of the Federalist Society for Law & Public Policy Studies and founder of the Criminal Law Society and a member of the International Law Society, the Christian Legal Society, and the Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association. Whitfield also obtained prestigious externships, working for the Honorable Judge Chadd Mason in the Circuit Court of Washington and Madison Counties and Congressman Steve Womack in Arkansas’ 3rd Congressional District. Whitfield grew up in Marion, Arkansas and made his way...

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...