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  • Fayetteville, AR
  • Licensed for 17 years
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About Drew

I am a trial attorney in Fayetteville, AR focused on state and federal criminal cases.  I have handled thousands of felony cases and had numerous jury trials, including trials on Death Penalty cases.  I have taught classes on the topic of Criminal Law at the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy, and I have taught classes for continuing legal education credit to other attorneys in my area of practice.  In 2007 I served as President of the Benton County Bar Association.  I am the former senior trial attorney at the Benton County Prosecuting Attorney's office.   I am a trial lawyer.  My practice is focused on State and Federal Criminal defense and general civil litigation.   

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Practice areas

Criminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 100%

    19 years

Languages spoken

English

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Ledbetter Cline, PLLC

112 S. East Ave
Fayetteville, AR, 72701

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      ARActive200305/07/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers128
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2018
      Best LawyerArkansas Times2013
      Recognition of Service as PresidentBenton County Bar Association2007
      Recognition of Service as Vice PresidentBenton County Bar Association2006
      Award of ExcellenceOklahoma State Bureau of Investigation2006
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Senior PartnerLedbetter Cline, PLLC.2013 - Present
      PartnerBrady, Platt, & Ledbetter2008 - 2012
      Senior Trial AttorneyBenton County Prosecuting Attorney's Office2004 - 2008
      AttorneyEverett Law Firm2003 - 2004
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Benton County Bar AssociationMember2003 - Present
      Washington County Bar AssociationMember2003 - Present
      Arkansas Bar AssociationMember2003 - Present
      Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2003 - Present
      Benton County Bar AssociationPresident2006 - 2007
      Benton County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect2006 - 2006
      Benton County Bar AssociationVice President2005 - 2006
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Benton County Bar JournalYear in Review2007
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Leflar Law CenterJD - Juris Doctor2003
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Spring CLEJury Nullification: Ethical Considerations for Trial Advocates2016
      Meet the ExpertsTrying Murder Cases2015
      AACDL Summer ConferenceBloodstain Analysis2015
      Continuing EducationBail Bonding and Handguns2012
      DWI awareness seminarDWI Law2008
      Methamphetamine Awareness WeekMeth Awareness2007
      Arkansas Law Enforcment Training AcademySearch and Seizure Law2006
      Arkansas Law Enforcment Training AcademySearch and Seizure Law2005
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      State of Arkansas v. C.S.Jury found client Not Guilty
      State of Arkansas v. JMJury found Client Not Guilty
      State of Arkansas v. R.P.Charges Reduced to Murder 2nd. After "good time" calculations my client will serve only 5 years.
      State of Arkansas v. A.C.Charge reduced to misdmeanor trespassing. No jail time.
      State of Arkansas v. A.B.Life sentence avoided
      State of Arkansas v. M.W.Jury voted against death penalty
      State of Arkansas v. Serafin Sandoval VegaPlea bargain reached during trial.
      State of Arkansas v. Jose Enrique CamachoPlea bargain reached during trial.
      State of Arkansas v. Roxanna HernandezPlea bargain reached.
      State of Arkansas v. Ronnie SmithTrial
      State of Arkansas v. Albert Keith SmithTrial
      State of Arkansas v. Juan GarciaPlea Bargain reached.

      Reviews

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      5 Star
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      4 Star
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      Review Drew Ledbetter

      Ledbetter Cline is the best and I'm grateful

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      I made some bad mistakes and I was going to go to jail I was afraid. Thanks to Ledbetter Cline I am only on probation and my record can get expunged after its over as long as I don’t mess up. I am grateful for the work they did for me and I wanted to leave this review and I will tell everyone I know who needs a lawyer that Ledbetter Cline is the best.
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      I can't recommend Drew enough!!!

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      I can’t recommend Drew enough! He helped me with a long list of misdmeanors that I had in 3 different courts. Drew probably saved me more in fines and court costs than I had to pay him for the whole deal. In all he got 15 charges reduced down to only 3 that I had to pay fines on. Thanks Drew I will always use you if I ever need help again!!!
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      6 out of 5 stars!

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      Drew is awesome! I shopped around and hiring Drew was clearly the best option. He explained several possible approaches/outcomes and kept me up to date as things progressed. Drew was able to get my charges completely dismissed and I never stepped into a courtroom. Don't think twice about hiring Drew. 6 out of 5 stars!!! Thank you Drew! Your hard work is much appreciated! -- MW
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      Absolutely Amazing!!

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      Drews help was an absolute blessing! He was very professional, and did everything we wanted! I was facing multiple felonies in Washington an Benton county and Drew took on my cases!! He helped me into drug court and was always so helpful to my family! He is amazing...especially at what he does! If I could give him 10 stars I would!! Thank you so much!
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      Best Case Scenario = Drew Ledbetter

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      Drew did exceptionally to get BOTH felonies dropped! Serious felonies and I had no fines, no time…absolutely nothing… I just walked out of the courtroom. Hire him now! Seriously, while I was on-edge of my case outcome, Drew professionally knew the exact approach and executed beautifully. Drew is the only attorney I would seek in the future. As scared as I was I felt he didn’t have frequent enough communication with me on play-by-play but now I assume that’s because he’s out there diligently working on the case. My case was public intox which I had an amphetamine pill in my possession and a knife. Drew was able to prove the pill was a relatives prescribed med and the knife was just a common knife someone would carry for work. The prosecutor still wanted to charge me for using/possessing the amphetamine. Most impressive to me was that through the prescription research and expiration dates Drew was able to argue the prescription was not being abused and was mistakenly in my possession. Drew fought for me = All charges dropped!!
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      A lawyer that saved me when other lawyers refused my case

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      I was in a case where I was looking at receiving 4 felonies, 1 misdemeanor, (non of which I had committed, but the evidence from an unprofessional police officer that wanted to screw me over) and going to jail somewhere between 6-24 years, Mr. Ledbetter was recommended to me by multiple friends of mine, I also was told by another lawyer that I was better off with a public defender because I wasn't going to be able to win my case, and refused me. So whenever I was recommend to Drew I didn't have high expectations but from being a former lawman and now the lawyer he is, he was able to find a loophole and evidence that helped proved my innocence and now I can live my life and not worry about anything, so if your looking for a lawyer that can save you and your record, look no further because this is him.
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      Better than promised

      Posted by

      I was facing up to 16 years for felony possession and ended up getting off with just probation, no community service and no rehab or classes. My chances were looking bleak bur he managed to turn it all around, a real life saver!

      Drew Ledbetter

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      For many people, the first time they encounter a lawyer is a very tense one. This was the case for me. Before I was arrested, my experience with lawyers was very limited and largely in a social setting. Drew Ledbetter was referred to my family the night that I was arrested. He came to the jail to visit with me after speaking with them that very same night. Over the course of several months and countless continuations, Drew worked tirelessly on my case. His preparation for trial was amazing to see. He utilized every resource available to insure that he presented the best defense possible. Drew has a tenacity about him that I challenge any other lawyer to match. I could write for days about what a fantastic lawyer Drew Ledbetter is and it still wouldn't be enough. He came into my life at a time when my world was turned upside down and I will always be grateful for the manner in which he handled my case. He has continued as confident counsel for me since my acquittal, but most importantly, he has remained a close, personal friend. If you find yourself in need of legal representation, I highly encourage you to reach out to Drew Ledbetter.

      The real deal.

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      I was very nervous about my case. He offered guidance to help with other issues I had and told me to let him worry about the legal stuff. Everything went exactly the way he said it would and he was always up front and honest.

      Drew helped me get my life back

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      I am a former client of Drew's. I was arrested for a possession of controlled substance charge in 2012. I spent about two years in divert court or Drug Court that ended in termination resulting in the continuation of my case. I came to Drew with my case and asked him if he could help. The charge was a felony and the minimum amount of time in Prison was 9 months. I thought that there would be no way that I would not see the inside of a prison. Drew took my case and relentlessly worked with the judge to get my sentence from 9 months in prison to a 3 year probation term that also allowed me to return to my home state. Drew and the judge worked out a deal to a treatment facility for drug and alcohol addiction which saved my life. Drew went above and beyond as a lawyer and a human being. I was informed about the progress of the case every step of the way. He always called me personally to tell me what was happening. I was never judged, criticized, or met with intolerance. Drew treated me like a human being and is a huge factor in why I am sober today and receiving the help that I needed. Drew is a great lawyer, with a vast working knowledge of the law, as well as personal connections with officials in the city that can make a difference in your case. I truly owe Drew Ledbetter for the way that he handled my case which ultimately decided the fate of my future. If you have a case and you need help Drew is the right lawyer.
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      Troy Whitlow, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 20, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have been in court with Drew Ledbetter many times. He possesses superb trial skills and is very knowledgeable in the law. I highly recommend Mr. Ledbetter.

      Joshua Bryant, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 15, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I worked with Drew when I was a lowly law clerk and have observed him many times in Court. I trust his judgment, knowledge, and skill implicitly. I highly recommend Drew Ledbetter. I endorse this lawyer.

      Nicholas Churchill, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 30, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I've known Drew for years. He is an excellent litigator with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to get his clients results. I highly recommend his services.

      Christian Alexander, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 28, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Drew is one of the most professional lawyers in the Arkansas legal community. He is a great attorney to deal with either as co-counsel or opposing counsel. With Drew, his clients interest come first and will fight for them. If I ended up in criminal trouble in the Washington/Benton County area, he would be one of my first calls.

      Brandon Crawford, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 28, 2012
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      Drew is a fellow lawyer in the defense community, but I prosecuted several cases against Drew as defense counsel. I endorse Drew because he has repeatedly demonstrated that he is smart, diligent, and dedicated to defending his clients.

      Alan Lane, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 23, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have worked with Drew and know first hand his commitment and sense of responsibility to his clients. Drew is the criminal defense attorney I refer people to.

      Courtney Cline, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 21, 2012
      Relationship: Co-worker

      Drew is a highly knowledgeable, experienced, compassionate, professional and skilled criminal defense lawyer. Drew has efficiently and effectively handled criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors to the most complex felonies, including death penalty cases, statewide. He is an excellent trial lawyer and is respected by his fellow lawyers in the community.

      Matthew Lindsay, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 18, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Drew is one of the finest criminal defense lawyers in Northwest Arkansas. As a lawyer who doesn't practice Criminal Defense, I routinely refer clients to Drew should they have a Criminal matter. I highly endorse Drew.

      Rick Woods, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Jan 14, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Christian Lassen, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 27, 2010
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

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