Earl J. Garrett

Earl J. Garrett

4.2
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bentonville, AR
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Child Abuse ... +2 more

100 SW 14th Street, Suite 2, Bentonville, AR

About Earl

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

I offer $500 Uncontested Divorces (does not include costs or filing fees) for residents of Benton, Washington, and Madison Counties.

13 years

70%
Criminal Defense 15%

As a former prosecutor, I have prosecuted hundreds of cases, both misdemeanors and felonies. In private practice I have defended cases such as, Possession of Marijuana, Domestic Battery, and Driving While Suspended.

14 years

15%
Child Abuse 5%

As a former DHS attorney, I have tried hundreds of dependency-neglect cases and administrative hearings.

14 years

5%
Child Custody 5%

I have experience in taking Child Custody cases to trial.

13 years

5%
Juvenile Law 5%

I have experience in Juvenile Delinquency, FINS, and Dependency-Neglect cases.

16 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arkansas for 15 years

State: Arkansas

Acquired: 2010

Suspended - Disciplinary

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Earl J. Garrett

100 SW 14th Street, Suite 2, Bentonville, AR, 72712-7976

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Earl J. Garrett's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Crooked lawyers

I will not recommend him or my ex-wife’s lawyer and I can’t remember his name. I wish I could so I could put his name up here too. They do not look out for the child. My child was abused by her mother. All he did was take my money and run did not even show up to court When I told him I wanted to go t...o court. I changed my mind at that time, but he did not he did not show and I think that the state of Arkansas should start looking out for the father more than what they’re looking out at the mother like I said my child was abused and when I brought that to my lawyer‘s attention it’s more or less like he wanted to scare me with my child support. Well hate to tell you Earl it didn’t work because I ended up not having to pay that much anyway even though that you did not stick up for me this lawyer shouldn’t even be on the law firm and also your secretary even told me that you was just out to scare me so I wouldn’t do nothing. All you guys do is stick up for the women. They can abuse the child and everything and you guys stick up for him. I heard one of your cases while I was in your office that you was gonna stick it to the guy cause to the guy cause you was talking to the girl while I was filling out my paperwork and it was more or less that you was out for screwing the guy out than you was anything so any guy that goes to Earl Garrett and his law firm I wouldn’t even use them. I would avoid going to them. I can prove it to the fact that I am right they are not out for the children. They’re out for the women and just take your money like I said, I wish I knew her lawyer‘s name.

Posted by Christina | March 11, 2015

A professional who follows through

Mr. Garrett is a professional who is caring and personable. From our initial consultation through the final court hearing he kept me promptly informed of the progress of the proceedings. He is a man of his word following through with doing what he says he will do when he says he will do it. Trustw...orthy and I highly recommend as an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2014

Highly recommend

Mr. Garrett was helpful and easy to work with. He was always calm and professional and he helped me accomplish everything I needed.

Posted by Steve | July 10, 2014

Confidence you can rely on

I have dealt with many lawyers through the years, Earl is the most prompt lawyer on getting things done I have ever hired. He is very knowledgeable and straight forward. Family is the most important asset I have. There was not a better selection I could have made in helping me protect the well b...eing of my greatest assets. I will definitely call on the services Earl again if the need arises and would strongly recommend him for your legal needs.

Posted by Melissa | May 20, 2014

Completely satisfied

Mr Garrett is very courteous, professional, and patient. He kept me well informed during the process. I would definitely recommend him.

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John Zaharopoulos

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Earl is the lawyer other lawyers call to ask questions about family law matters."

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David Carroll

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Earl. Earl is very knowledgeable and has great legal insight. I am happy to give my endorsement."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Sonia Rios

Child custody lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Earl and I went to law school together. He is an excellent lawyer who I would recommend in the future. He is a great lawyer and compassionate advocate for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

2011

Certificate of Recognition, Equal Access to Justice Panel Legal Aid of Arkansas

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Garrett and Penhallegon, Attorneys at Law, PLLC

2013 - 2016

Owner, Earl J. Garrett, Attorney at Law

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Arkansas Department Of Human Services

Education

2009

University of Arkansas

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Missouri Southern State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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