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  • Jonesboro, AR
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Jay Scholtens
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About Jay

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Jay Scholtens is a partner of Scholtens & Averitt, PLC in Jonesboro, Arkansas, where he practices primarily in the areas of Social Security Disability and domestic relations. His areas of practice also include personal injury, criminal law, product liability, and class action litigation. Mr. Scholtens is licensed to practice law in all Arkansas state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas, U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States of America. He has been lead or associate counsel on numerous cases wherein his clients were awarded in excess of one million dollars. Mr. Scholtens has handled over 1,800 Social Security claims and has recovered over $13,200,000 in back pay benefits for claimants. Mr. Scholtens is rated as an AV® Preeminent lawyer by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell. He is a member of the Craighead County and Arkansas Bar Associations. He is also a member of the American Trial Lawyers Association and has met the standard of excellence for selection as a “top 100 Trial Lawyer” in Arkansas. He is also a life member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Mr. Scholtens earned his B.A. degree from Hendrix College in 1993 and earned his J.D. degree from Mississippi College School of Law in 1997.

Practice areas

OtherPersonal injuryCriminal defenseDivorce and separationSocial security
  1. Social security: 35%

    Over the past 8 years, I have been able to focus approximately 40% of my practice to helping hardworking people obtain Social Security Disability benefits when they are unable to work. I have obtained an Av rating with Martindale Hubbel (peer and judge review) with over 1,000 hearings and back pay benefits exceeding $10,000,000.00 for my clients. We stand ready to help you.

    14 years, 1,500 cases

  2. Divorce and separation: 30%

    Life changing events require an attorney dedicated to representing your family's best interest.

    24 years

  3. Criminal defense: 15%

    If you are charged with a misdemeanor or felony, you need to be represented by counsel.

    24 years

  4. Personal injury: 10%

    Our firm is selective regarding personal injury cases. We have settled or litigated multiple personal injury cases and product liability cases resulting in millions of dollars for our clients. We would like to discuss your case free of charge.

    24 years

  1. Wrongful death: 5%

    If you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of someone else, please call. We will meet with you and tell you your options. Call Scholtens & Averitt law firm.

    16 years

  2. Trucking accident: 5%

    16 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

600 South Main St
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600 South Main St
Jonesboro, AR, 72401

Website
http://www.scholtensaveritt.com/

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ARActive199701/07/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2015
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2014
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2013
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2013
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in AmericaAmerican Trial Lawyers Association2012
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2012
AV PreeminentMartindale-Hubbell2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in AmericaAmerican Trial Lawyers Association2011
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2011
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2010
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in AmericaAmerican Trial Lawyers Association2010
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2010
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in AmericaAmerican Trial Lawyers Association2009
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2009
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2008
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2007
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2006
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2005
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2004
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2003
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyScholtens & Averitt, PLC1997 - Present
Public DefenderCraighead County Public Defender's Office1998 - 2002
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesMember2011 - Present
Arkansas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2000 - Present
Arkansas Bar FoundationMember1997 - Present
Craighead County Bar AssociationMember1997 - Present
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Mississippi College School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1997
Hendrix CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1993
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Continuing Education and Community OutreachSocial Security2013
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Olivian Miller, Administratrix of Estate of Rodney Miller v. University of AR for Medical Sciences$1,200,000
Cory Duffey v. The Entertainer, Inc. et.al.$2,080,000.00
Brenda McGinnis o/b/o a class of similarly situated persons v. Advance America Servicing of Arkansas, et al$10,950,000.00
Jeremy Kirkland v. AR Highway & Transportation Dept.$1,500,000.00
Ed Roleson Jr., Inc. v. Miller Brewing Company$1,900,000.00
Sharon McGhee o/b/o a class of similarly situated persons v. AAA Check Cashing, Inc.$3,018,728.65

Reviews

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Stood by me

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Wonderful man and attorney. Fought for me when I needed it most. Won my case, couldn't have asked for a more dedicated attorney.
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Exceptional Service

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I was very please with the service that was provided to me by Jay and his team. My case was handled with care and the process was very smooth. I was updated during every phase of my case. The professionalism exhibited by the Scholtens Law Firm exceeded my expectations.

Exceeded Expectations!

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I was so pleased with the representation I received from Mr. Scholtens a decade ago that I sought his legal counsel again recently for my son. My son and I met with Mr. Scholtens twice prior to going to court. As soon as my son's second meeting began, it was clear Mr. Scholtens had done a great deal of research and ground work on his behalf. He had really gone above and beyond. He shared with us best and worst case scenarios. He was very clear that despite all his work, my son was most likely facing some very scary consequences that would be almost impossible to escape. To make a long story short, we trusted Mr. Scholtens at every turn. In the end, my son got a better outome than any we had dreamed possible!! After seeing our lawyer in action, my son and I knew we had made the right choice!!! it was obvious that my son's favorable result was due to Mr. Scholtens wisdom and experience as he navigated this case. As a parent, I also appreciated Mr. Scholtens wise counsel to my son before AND after court. I believe that my son learned more than a legal lesson through his interaction with Mr. Scholtens. He was more than just a lawyer to my son. I believe his compassion, clarity, and fatherly advice made a lasting impression on my son. My son is a better young man because of his brief yet impactful relationship with Jay Scholtens. STRONGLY RECOMMEND!!!

Attorney endorsements

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James Gramling, Debt collection Attorney on Feb 13, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Jay is a consummate professional in every regard, and respected by his peers as a formidable opponent.

Leif Hamman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Jay is not only an outstanding lawyer, he is a fine man as well. I reccommend his services without hesitation on cases involving social security benefits, divorce and custody, and criminal defense.

Bryce Cook, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 12, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Jay Scholtens is a great lawyer and serves as a thorough and aggressive advocate for his clients. I do not hesitate to recommend to anyone looking for an attorney.

Harry Hurst, Social security Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I highly recommend Jay to anyone requiring representation in divorce, social security disability, and general litigation. I routinely refer clients to Jay, and have never received negative feedback from any of them. He is insightful, diligent, and skilled. I give him the highest endorsement possible.

Phillip Wells, Social security Attorney on Jul 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Jay is very intelligent and knows the ins and outs of social security. If I ever have a question regarding social security disability, he is the first attorney I contact.

Robert Wells, Social security Attorney on Jun 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Jay is extremely knowledgeable and a great attorney. He truly cares about his clients and is a great advocate. I have the utmost respect for Jay both personally and professionally.

Mark Rees, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Jay is a great lawyer and a great man. I have known him professionally and personally, I can say without a doubt that if you have any legal issues regarding social security, criminal, domestic, or personal injury, you will be taken care of and satisfied. Great lawyer.

Douglas Brimhall, Family Attorney on May 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Scholtens is an excellent attorney. He is well respected in our legal community and handles each case with the utmost professionalism. I put my trust in Mr. Scholtens when referring cases to him as I know his clients will be well taken care of.

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