Litigation: General Commercial
USA Guide 2024 : Arkansas
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Provided by Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP
Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP has some of the most experienced trial lawyers in the state who represent its clients on both a regional and national basis. The firm has represented individuals and businesses in a wide array of disputes. Major practice areas include: Personal injury defense, professional malpractice defense, commercial litigation, railroad litigation, worker's compensation and class actions.
Business, general and commercial litigation are regularly called upon to handle bet-the-company litigation with key clients. In addition, these groups have longstanding engagements to handle matters for the largest insurance companies in the United States that insure many of those companies. The members of these practice groups are also the go-to law firm for matters related to the defense of class actions, lender liability cases, and antitrust claims.
Lawyers in the Medical Malpractice group represent doctors, nurses and hospitals around the state in medical malpractice cases, which, because of their nature, are not publishable. There are no liability limits in this jurisdiction, so it is not uncommon for these cases to have high potential value. Malpractice cases in Arkansas are still regularly tried to a jury. Therefore these lawyers have more experience than some in the courtroom. This group is also actively engaged in key roles defending the manufacturers of various medical devices in national products litigation.
Chambers Review
Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP offers impressive bench strength and US coverage to domestic and international clients across a range of commercial disputes. The firm enjoys an excellent reputation in the market for its expertise in class action matters, including product liability. The team offers additional strength in complex medical malpractice defense cases and demonstrates specialist capabilities in railroad litigation.
Work Highlights
- Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP represented the plaintiffs, J.R. Hurd & Killam Oil Company, in an oil and gas case regarding the deduction of post-production expenses from a landowner's royalty by Flywheel Energy Production.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team provides thorough legal research and explore all legal arguments."
"The team provides thorough legal research and explore all legal arguments."
Notable Practitioners
Michelle Ator heads the firm's medical malpractice group. She is a go-to litigator for both individual practitioners and medical practice groups facing complex matters.
William Waddell is a leading civil litigator who handles a range of lender liability and class action lawsuits.
Kevin Crass handles a range of single-plaintiff and class action suits, including those involving antitrust and securities disputes.
William Griffin has a robust product liability practice, as well as handling medical malpractice claims. He acts for an impressive roster of manufacturers across the USA.
David Wilson is a fine choice of litigator for complex commercial matters, including fraud disputes and fraud claims.
Donald Bacon takes on insurance and product liability cases for a wide range of clients. His experience includes acting for attorneys and doctors in professional liability cases.
Ranked Lawyers at
Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP
Arkansas
Members
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Alexa Mizer
Angela Artherton
Blake Brizzolara
Bradley S. Runyon
Caitlin Kennedy
Clifford Plunkett
Guy Wade
Harry Light
James Baker
Jamie Jones
Jason Bramlett
Jordan Broyles Hallenbeck
Joseph McKay
Joshua Ashley
Julio R. Olaya, Jr.
Kael Bowling
Kathy McCarroll
Kimberly Young
Kyle Kennedy
Lindsey Raines
Marshall Ney
Martin A. Kasten
Martin Kasten
Michael McCarty Harrison
Head of Department
Phillip Brick
Robert George
Robert S. Shafer
Sarah Breeding
Scott Tucker
Tyler D. Bone
Head of Department
Clients
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ABF Logistics, Inc.
Baptist Health
CNA
Center Point Energy Resources
Cigna
Dillard Department Stores
Federal Express
Liberty Mutual
Oaklawn Jockey Club
Regions Bank
Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
St. Paul Travelers
Industries
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Banks
Commercial & Professional Services
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Financial Services
Health Care
Insurance
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Private Clients / Individuals
Utilities