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J. Don Overton
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Biography
The Overton Firm is devoted to helping small businesses, large corporate firms and individuals in the design and construction industry.
We serve start-up firms, emerging businesses and established companies, whether operating as sole proprietors, partnerships, limited liability companies, or corporations.
Our services range from providing general counseling on personal and business matters to highly specialized, sometimes nearly unique, services for design and construction industry participants.
Unfortunately in today's economy there has been an increase in issues related to the payment for labor and/or materials used for construction. This economic reality has caused a considerable increase in lien claims for non-payment of funds.
Recent revisions to the Arkansas Lien Law has made it more important than ever to have an attorney who is familiar with the entire lien process to assist in either the filing of or defending against construction liens in Arkansas to protect yourself.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
45%
21 years | 75 cases
Business
15%
21 years | 30 cases
Real Estate
15%
21 years | 45 cases
Residential Real Estate
15%
19 years | 75 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-300 per hour
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Arkansas for 18 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2007
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014
Location
The Overton Firm, LLC
115 South Victory Street, Little Rock, AR, 72201
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Posted by Reed | March 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Construction Law Genius
Don was successful at removing a mechanic’s lien on my home and evading litigation in a lawsuit brought against me by a residential contractor and his lawyer. Construction law is confusing and Don demonstrated expertise in that area as he left no page unturned and addressed every accusation filed aga...
Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2015 | Construction & Development
Superb Work, very attentive and aggressive representation
Mr. Overton went above and beyond in my representation and kept me informed throughout and was successful in the matter. I would recommend him to anyone with a construction or real estate issue.
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.
Caution issued in AR, 2014
updated on 02/09/2015A caution means that an attorney did something wrong, but may still practice law. The attorney was cautioned in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
J.’s comment:
“An opposing attorney filed several pleadings and didn't forward a copy to this office and this caused my office to miss a filing deadline. The result was no fine and $100 in costs being assessed.”
Honors
2015
CAPS (Certified Aging in Place Specialist), National Association of Home Builders
2010
CGP (Certified Green Professional), National Association of Home Builders
2008
Green Advantage Certification Commerial/Resdential, United States Green Building Council
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Manager, The Overton Firm, LLC
Associations
2009 - Present
United States Green Building CouncilMember
2007 - Present
Arkansas Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2023
Home Builders Association of Greater Little RockMember
Sample of Legal Cases
NISHA, LLC v. TriBuilt Const. Group, LLC
Arkansas Supreme Court held that a nonlawyer's representation of a corporation in arbitration proceedings constitutes the unauthorized practice of law
Education
2005
University of Arkansas - Little Rock
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of Arkansas - Little Rock
BS - Bachelor of Science
1992
Auburn University, Auburn
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Landlord - Tenant Law Update
Green Buildings and Green Leases
2010
Arkansas Bar Association - CLE
"Cloud Computing" - What You and Your Client Need to Know
Publications
2008
Arkansas Business
Burkhalter & Stevens Inc. Focuses on Green Building
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers