Jeanette Whatley

Jeanette Whatley

also known as (870)519-3126

5.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 40 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Marion, AR
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Real Estate, Child Custody ... +5 more

Po Box 942, Marion, AR

About Jeanette

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 20%

This is one of the most common legal problems, but there is nothing common about the experience of changing everything about your life and dividing up wordly possessions and time with your family. An experienced attorney can help you successfully navigate through this trying time with results that you will not regret later!

40 years | 600 cases

20%
Child Custody 15%

I add this as a separate area from divorce, because not everyone is married. Also, not everyone wants custody. This area of the law involves visitation and paternity litigation as well as well as guardianships (custody by persons who are not the parents).

40 years | 400 cases

15%
Real Estate 15%

I handle not only evictions but title problems, such as transferring title to land from ancestors and correcting legal descriptions. I also prepare Deeds as needed.

40 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

Another area of the law with lots of paperwork is Bankruptcy Court. I only do Chapter 7 which are best for unsecured debt like medical debts in order to get a chance to start over.

19 years | 20 cases

10%
Debt Collection 10%

I can help you collect a debt or defend against one. This includes foreclosures or repossessions. I offer a free initial consultation to discuss steps that can be taken for credit repair. I can also assist with child support collection or defense

29 years | 200 cases

10%
General Practice 10%

I am truly a general practitioner and have handled everything from discrimination in employment to special educaton issues. I don't do much criminal representation anymore, and I do not handle Workmen's Compensation or Chapter 13 Bankruptcies.

40 years | 150 cases

10%
Social Security & Disability 10%

The volume of rules, regulations and paperwork surrounding Social Security law make it difficult for persons to receive disability to which they are rightfully entitled. It is also often necessary to appeal a denial of disability at least twice before it is seriously considered.

40 years | 100 cases

10%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

Estate planning is important for everyone to consider, whether you have much property or not. I prepare Wills, powers of attorney, Living Wills and assist with an orderly transfer of business once a person dies.

40 years | 300 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Arkansas for 40 years

State: Arkansas

Acquired: 1985

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Location

Law Offices of Jeanette Whatley

Po Box 942, Marion, AR, 72364-0942

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Posted by Ferret | February 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent lawyer!

Ms. Wheatley is an experience lawyer. She is very fluent in legal matters. She handled my divorce, if I might say!

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2017

Outstanding Pro Bono Service Award, Legal Aid of Arkansas

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, Self Employed

Sample of Legal Cases

Arkansas DHS v. Palmer

Affirmed

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Education

1985

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Leflar Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2010

Landlord-Tenant Law in Arkansas Landlord/Tenant Law

Languages

English

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