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James Earl Hensley Jr.
About James
Biography
Thank you for your inquiry. You may call our office for a free consultation or send me an email which is listed above. Our firm has collected millions of dollars for our clients who have been injured by others. We can't promise your case will be the same but we can promise that you will have your attorney's cell phone number and personal attention.
Jim is an instrument-rated pilot with an single-engine plane. He has a great wife and wonderful children. Jim's clients include persons charged with capital criminal offenses. He also served folks with divorce and other family issues along with juvenile representation and business-related matters.
Jim has offices in North Little Rock and Mountain View. Call at your leisure.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Family
50%
29 years | 4,000 cases
Criminal Defense
40%
29 years | 6,000 cases
Personal Injury
10%
29 years | 250 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Arkansas for 26 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 1999
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2004
Location
Hensley Law Firm PA
700 South German Lane, Suite 101, Conway, AR, 72034
Hensley Law Firm, P.A.
700 South German; Suite 101, Faulkner, Van Buren, Searcy Conway, Pulaski, White Counties, Conway, AR, 72034
Hensley Law Firm, P.A.
100 North Peabody, Stone, Izard, Independence, Cleburne Counties, Mountain View, AR, 72560
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James Earl Hensley Jr.'s Reviews
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (28)
Child Custody (21)
Divorce & Separation (19)
Criminal Defense (14)
Family (5)
Guardianship (3)
Litigation (3)
Adoption (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Construction & Development (1)
Consumer Protection (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
DUI & DWI (1)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (1)
Expungement (1)
Juvenile (1)
Residential (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (65)
Advocacy (45)
Recommendation (44)
Professionalism (34)
Responsiveness (32)
Practice Area Knowledge (23)
Character & Conduct (22)
Communication Style (21)
General Knowledge (19)
Trustworthiness (15)
Compassion (12)
Cost of Services (9)
Staff & Support (6)
Payment Plans (1)
Punctuality (1)
Showing 6 - 10 of 21 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Whitney | November 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Life Changing Experience
Mr. Hensley and his staff went above and beyond in answering my calls, texts, and emails to calm my nerves. They listened and let me know that my concerns were valid. Mr. Hensley answered my calls no matter the time of day or night and worked hard to ensure that our process was not only timely but ex...
Posted by Kevin | April 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Divorce
The team here at the law firm is top notch! I never even stepped into the office and they took care of me through email and phone calls. I have never meet a team that could do that so well. This is my new law firm for life.
Posted by Amanda | December 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Custody
We contacted Mr. Hensley to assist in a custody case for our daughter (and her daughter). He was no-nonsense and explained everything we needed to know in detail. Although we didn’t end up with the result we initially wanted - we did end up with one that was fair and actually better than what we expe...
Posted by Sam | August 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent service 5/5
Jim Hensley is a great criminal defense lawyer. He always stayed on top of everything, and explains the situation at hand very well. I would highly recommend using Jim as your lawyer.
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Horrible! RUN!
He did not use all the evidence we had against the other party, didn’t call our witness, didn’t rebuttals against lies on the stand even when we had proof, and acted like every question was a hassle. DO NOT USE THIS ATTORNEY!
James Hensley
Replied last May 15, 2019Seems there is a person saying bad things about me several times.
James Earl Hensley Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I met Jim more than 10 years ago when he was opposing counsel on a case I had. Jim was a tough, smart and committed lawyer who represented his client very well. At the same time, he was pleasant to work with, trustworthy and professional. Since that time we have had a few things together and he even served as special judge in a domestic relations case I had in another county. Jim was fair, objective and knowledgeable as a judge. Jim is a great guy and an awesome attorney who is truly committed to serving his clients."
"I have worked with Jim on several cases and would recommend him. He knows the law and is responsive to his clients' needs."
"I worked with Jim on a matter and was impressed with how courteous and responsive he was. He is a great advocate for his clients and I highly recommend him as an Arkansas attorney."
"Although I do not know Mr. Hensley personally, his weekly updates on Arkansas appellate decisions are a tremendous service to the legal community. It is clear that he understands the law and he is able to communicate his understanding in a clear, understandable, and—perhaps most importantly—engaging way."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hensley is truly dedicated to his clients and the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great guy, cares about his clients. Call him today."
"I endorse James. He is a renowned lawyer and advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. He files every pre trial motion possible and is not afraid to go to trial if he needs to."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse James. He is a talented advocate with outstanding work ethic."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I am privileged to endorse Jim Henlsey as an outstanding criminal defense/family law attorney. Jim is one of the finest, if the not THE finest, attorneys of my acquaintance. He prepares thoroughly for every case and his trial skills are unparalleled. He is a credit to the Arkansas Bar."
"I've worked with Jim as an opposing counsel and as counsel for clients charged as co-defendants. I've found him to be a conscientious lawyer that cares about the quality of service he provides his clients and strives to obtain the best results possible for them."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2004.
Reprimand issued in AR, 2004
updated on 01/07/2014This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2004
Lawyer of the Year, Cabot Star Herald
Work Experience
2000 - Present
, Innocence Project
1999 - Present
President, Hensley Law Firm, P.A.
Associations
2009 - Present
Faulkner County Bar Association
2007 - Present
United States Supreme Court
2003 - Present
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Aircraft Owners and Pilots AssociationInstument-rated Pilot
2001 - Present
Arkansas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2001 - Present
White County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Lonoke Bar AssociationPast President
1999 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Arkansas Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Arkansas Supreme Court
Sample of Legal Cases
Bagwell v. State of Arkansas
The Bagwell Rule established for Arkansas
Education
1998
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of Arkansas - Little Rock
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
High Schools and Clubs
Criminal Law & Family Law
Languages
English
American Sign Language
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is am scheduled for court soon on back child support soon if I show up to court no job and no way of paying will I be put jail?
21 Jul 2017
Q&A
Can a father assume custody if the mom is in prison if she completed a power of attorney?
23 Jul 2017
Q&A
What should I expect at my court date for second offense shoplifting charge
11 Jan 2017