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W. Whitfield Hyman

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Whitfield has defended over a thousand criminal cases and goes to trial several times a month.

 

While in law school in Fayetteville, Whitfield was President of the Federalist Society for Law & Public Policy Studies and founder of the Criminal Law Society and a member of the International Law Society, the Christian Legal Society, and the Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association. Whitfield also obtained prestigious externships, working for the Honorable Judge Chadd Mason in the Circuit Court of Washington and Madison Counties and Congressman Steve Womack in Arkansas’ 3rd Congressional District.

Whitfield grew up in Marion, Arkansas and made his way to NWA after attending undergraduate at the University of Central Arkansas where he majored in International Trade Economics with a double minor in German and International Studies. While at UCA Whitfield accepted scholarships which allowed him to study abroad in Germany and Canada, he also worked as an intern for the Department of State at the United States Embassy to Greece in Athens.

Practice areas

Criminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 100%

    1,000 cases

Languages spoken

German, English

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Contact

103 North College Ave
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King Law Group, PLLC

103 North College Ave
Suite 7
Fayetteville, AR, 72701

King Law Office

King Law Group, PLLC

300 North 6th Street
Fort Smith, AR, 72901

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ARActive201307/07/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rising StarSuperLawyers2018
Rising StarSuperLawyers2016
Dean's ListUniversity of Arkansas Law SchoolN/A
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerKing Law Group, PLLC2013 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member2015 - Present
Arkansas Bar AssociationMember2013 - Present
Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2013 - Present
NORML Legal CommitteeMember2013 - Present
Washington County Bar AssociationMember2013 - Present
Federalist SocietyFormer Chapter President, Current Member2010 - Present
Kappa SigmaAcademic Chair2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2013 - 2014
Criminal Law SocietyFounder of the University of Arkansas Chapter2011 - 2013
International Law AssociationMember2010 - 2013
Christian Legal SocietyMember2010 - 2013
Arkansas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2010 - 2013
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Arkansas Law King BlogDefenses to Obstructing Governmental Operations in Arkansas2015
Arkansas Law King BlogBeware of DAPA Related Immigration Scams2015
Arkansas Law King BlogBusting the "But He Won't Sign the Papers" Myth2015
Arkansas Law King BlogResisting Arrest Defenses and Consequences2015
Arkansas Law King BlogDefenses to Public Intoxication in Arkansas2014
Arkansas Law King BlogHow the Inherent Differences in People Effect the Breathalyzer Machine2014
Arkansas Law King BlogDWIs, Blood Draws, and What Happens if the Police Don't Offer You One.2014
Arkansas Law King BlogCan An Officer Search Your Car if He Claims to Smell Marijuana?2014
Arkansas Law King BlogCan Resident Assistants or the University Police Search Your Dorm Room Without Informed Consent?2014
Arkansas Law King Blog“I was pulled over for improper display of my license plate, but I thought it was displayed just fine. Is that legal?”2014
Arkansas Law King BlogDo the police have the right to pull you over for not having a rear view mirror?2014
Arkansas Law King BlogMy relative got married to a foreign national and they have asked me to be a joint sponsor for her because he has inadequate income. What am I signing up for?2014
Arkansas Law King BlogNon Custodial Parent Rights When It Comes to Non Consensual Adoption2014
Arkansas Law King BlogMy petition for my fiancée’s 1-129 has been approved. Now what?2013
Arkansas Law King BlogNeed A Liquor License in a Dry County?2013
Arkansas Law King BlogHave the Circumstances Under Which an Individual May Openly Carry a Firearm Been Expanded in Arkansas? (Analysis of Act 746)2013
Arkansas Law King BlogI have been approved to work in the US, can my child who is older than 21 come with me?2013
Arkansas Law King BlogI have a visitors visa. Am I allowed to incorporate a business in the U.S.?2013
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Leflar Law CenterJD - Juris Doctor2013
University of Central ArkansasBA - Economics2008
Marion Arkansas High SchoolHigh School Diploma2004
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Monthly MeetingLegality of Open Carry in Arkansas2014
Attorney Meet and GreetUnlawful Searches and Seizures2014
Act 746 Celebration RallyOpen Carry Rights Under the New Law2013
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
State v. H****charges dropped.
State v. CNot Guilty on all charges.
State v. PNot Guilty on all charges except violation of implied consent.
State v. WNot Guilty on all charges.
State v. WCharges dropped.
State v. HCharges Dropped.
State v. KAll charges dropped.
State v. FCharges dropped.
State v. WCharges dropped.
State v. CCharges dropped.
State v. MNot Guilty
State v. HCharges Dropped.
State v. RCharges Dropped.
State v. YNot guilty DWI and on all other charges.
State v. ACharges Dropped.
State v. DCharges dropped.
State v. BNot guilty DWI and on all other charges.
State v. KAll charges dropped because the stop was illegal.
State v. CCharges dropped.
State v. HCharges dropped.
State v. WCharges dropped.
State v. WCharges dropped.
State v. HPossession charge dropped.
State v. RCharges dropped.
State v. SNot Guilty on all charges.
State v. DCharges dropped.

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Worth the money

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Whit was hired to resolve a DWI - FTA I was awarded from the great city of Fort Smith back in 2009. It's 2017? Yah I know.. During the same period I also hired Whit to resolve a dept I owed Alma AR from 2001. ( I had 5 dollars remaining on a traffic violation I got when I was 16, it collected some interest to around 1,700 bucks. Make sure to get a receipt from those fellows.... ) Anyways the man is straight forward with facts and won't BS you in anyway. He is sharp as a tack in his craft and I think he is very fair with his fee. He will save your number, so when you call or text he knows who you are. If he can't answer he's very good about getting back to you. My case was unique to put that out there but I will let you know about it. DWI thrown out, 400 $ fine on the FTA for the Fort. 900 off of Alma's fine. NO JAIL TIME.....Thanks Whit..
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MIP case

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Whit kept me informed through out the whole process and accomplished everything he said he would. I would, with out a doubt, hire Whit again for any legal troubles he could assist me with. Because of Whit my charges got dropped and my future was secured.
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Renewed my faith in attorneys.

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without going into details about my case, let me say that the best thing I have done in many years was to retain Whit. Easy going and well respected in the Courtroom, Whit took a dark cloud and made a mighty fine sunny day out of it. If you are in Arkansas and forget you have a tiny bit of weed in the car, this is the go to guy. Thank you Whit.

Got me off a DWI

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I blew a .17 but he made the breath results inadmissible and we won the case at trial! This was very important to me because I was not allowed to have a DWI in my MOS (I'm in the army). I would have had to go back to weeks of training and maybe even a demotion.

Review of hiring Atty. Hyman to help with my son with an Arkansas Case

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I would definitely recommend this attorney. I had a recent issue with my son, who had a legal issue in Fayetteville, Arkansas, but he lived in another area of the United States, and I called Atty. Hyman with the frustration of not being able to resolve the dilemma that my son had encountered. Not only did Atty. Hyman immediately look into the matter but gave a quick resolve that will clear up the matter with my son.

Who's the best lawyer ever?

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W. Whitfield Hyman is the best lawyer ever. In all seriousness though he does his job. Interactions with him are always comfortable as he is calm and confident. He helped me through my Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of a Controlled Substance charges, which in the end he got dropped because he knows what he's doing. He was constantly available to answer my questions thoroughly throughout the whole process, and was very good about informing me about the newest information he had on my situation. It should be noted that Mr. Hyman is in likeness to the fictional character Saul Goodman in the best way possible.

Helped me with my immigration case!

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Gary King and Whitfield Hyman helped me get my I-130 Visa! Mr. Hyman is very easy to get along with and walked me through every step of the process. He is very knowledgeable about immigration matters and answered all of my questions honestly and thoroughly. I would hire him again and will recommend him to friends and work colleagues.

Knows his way around regulations

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He helped me set up a corporation with by laws that met my specifications and put me on fast track to getting a liquor license in a dry county.

Attorney endorsements

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C. Daily, Litigation Attorney on Apr 11, 2018
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I'm glad to endorse Mr. Hyman, who has earned himself a reputation as a highly competent and diligent attorney in Northwest Arkansas in the areas of criminal defense, and other matters.

Katelyn Eaves, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 27, 2017
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Whitfield is an excellent criminal defense lawyer. He is always looking for new strategies for his clients and is very thorough in his practice. I definitely endorse this lawyer.

Steven Minks, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 9, 2017
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Mr. Hyman is a zealous advocate for his clients. He is a very intelligent man with great courtroom skills. I often refer Arkansas cases to him because I know that the potential client will be in good hands. If you have a criminal case or think the police have violated your rights, this is the guy to call in Northwest Arkansas

Joshua Mostyn, Family Attorney on Jan 15, 2017
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Whitfield consistently impresses me with his creative legal analyses.

Eun Sol Kim, Immigration Attorney on Nov 1, 2016
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As his colleague, there's no one I can think of who takes his cases more seriously than Whitfield. You'd be in good hands if Whitfield takes your case.

Autumn Tolbert, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 24, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Whitfield has the knowledge and grasp of complex legal issues that many attorneys twice his age still struggle to master. His knowledge of DWI and drug laws and his ability to spot any mistakes made by the arresting officer make him an excellent trial attorney.

Joe Barrett, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 25, 2016
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I have referred Mr. Hyman for many DUI cases and he has won them all. He is an expert in the science of DUI & DWI law.

Kyle Wasser, Immigration Attorney on Apr 28, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Extremely effective at criminal and DUI defense. Really knows his stuff.

Grant Gerleman, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 3, 2015
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Hyman is a dedicated attorney who has respect for the system of law that we live by and his client's rights within that system.

James King, Immigration Attorney on Feb 16, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker

Mr. Hyman knows more about the technical aspects of how to beat a DWI than any attorney in the area.

Tyler Ginn, Real estate Attorney on Feb 10, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Hyman has a masterful understanding of the science and strategy necessary to effectively defend against a DUI/DWI charge. It gives me no pause to recommend his services.

Gregory Klebanoff, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 3, 2014
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I endorse Mr. Hyman unequivocally. He is an excellent criminal defense lawyer and especially knowledgeable in DWI cases. What's more, he cares passionately about his clients and never hesitates to stand up to over-zealous prosecutors.

William Griggs, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 7, 2014
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Whitfield has a technical understanding of the law with regards to the Constitutionality of the Search and Stop and the more scientific aspects of DWIs that is unmatched by his peers.

Donald Mullenix, Appeals Attorney on Feb 3, 2014
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Whitfield is a dedicated and highly knowledgeable practitioner in immigration law. He is generous with both his time and knowledge in a field that is constantly changing.

Matthew Weisenfels, Commercial real estate Attorney on Jan 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Joe Dan Byars, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 28, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker

I know Whit by reputation and colleagues, who do not hesitate to recommend him for the complexities of the visa process and other immigration issues. Employers should not hesitate to contact Whit when faced with issues involving the hiring of foreign nationals or to check on visa status. I, too, recommend him for skill and knowledge in this area of law.

Darlene Irwin, Litigation Attorney on Jan 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Hyman is highly knowledgeable in immigration matters and dedicated to his clients. He will aggressively and passionately pursue your case. I wholeheartedly recommend him.

Gary King, Immigration Attorney on Jan 2, 2014
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

Mr. Hyman has experience in various areas of immigration, as well as a deep working knowledge of criminal law and procedure. This has proven to be a powerful combination for immigrant clients facing difficulties with law enforcement and immigration authorities.

Kevin Hickey, Child custody Attorney on Dec 30, 2013
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Mr. Hyman knows the law and takes good care of his clients. I would recommend him without hesitation.

Andrew Johncox, Family Attorney on Dec 26, 2013
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I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Hyman. He will zealously and aggressively fight to defend your rights and is unafraid of the courtroom.