Rabal Law Firm, PLLC1617 E Centerton BlvdPO Box 395Centerton, AR, 72719-0395United States (479) 795-1711 (479) 795-1712

Brian Dean Rabal

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Centerton, AR
Licensed for 16 years

Brian Dean Rabal

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About Brian

Rabal Law Firm is recognized in Northwest Arkansas for its experience in trial and transactional matters. Rabal Law Firm has built its law practice on the strength of referrals. Referrals stand as a witness to the measure of the firm’s success. Good legal representation comes from good people and at Rabal Law Firm, you will find the best. The main goal at Rabal Law Firm is to provide the highest quality of legal representation available at a reasonable and fair cost to clients while maintaining a very personal practice where each client is treated with respect.

Practice areas

Divorce and separation: 30%
17 years
Family: 25%
17 years
Criminal defense: 20%
17 years
Business: 10%
17 years
Wills and living wills: 10%
17 years
Government: 5%
17 years

Languages spoken

English

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Rabal Law Firm, PLLC

1617 E Centerton Blvd
PO Box 395
Centerton, AR, 72719-0395

Office (479) 795-1711
Fax (479) 795-1712

Website

http://www.raballaw.com

Rabal Law Firm, PLLC

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
AR	Active	2005	06/08/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Avvo Contributions

Legal answers	5
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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
Recognized For Excellence in Family Law	Lawyers of Distinction	2018
Recognized For Excellence in Divorce	Lawyers of Distinction	2018
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40	American Society of Legal Advocates	2017
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40	American Society of Legal Advocates	2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5	Martindale-Hubbell	2014

Equal Access to Justice	Legal Aid of Arkansas	2013

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
City Attorney	City of Centerton	2009 - Present
Principal	Rabal Law Firm, PLLC	2005 - Present

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Lawyers of Distinction	Member	2018 - Present
Children of Centerton, Inc.	Vice Chair	2011 - Present
Arkansas Municipal League	Member	2009 - Present
Benton County Bar Association	Member	2005 - Present
Arkansas Bar Association	Member	2005 - Present

Arkansas Criminal Defence Attorneys Associations	Member	2005 - Present
Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association	Member	2005 - 2012

publications

Publication name	Title	Date
Decision Books	Solo by Choice	2008

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
Thomas M. Cooley Law School	JD - Juris Doctor	2005
Christian Brothers University	BS - Bachelor of Science	2001
St Gregory's University	Associates of Science	1989

speaking engagements

Conference name	Title	Date
Attorney Ad Litem Continuing Education	Ethical Issues as an Attorney Ad Litem	2019
Benton County Bar Association	Life Before Law	2012

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Reviews

4.0 stars4.2 (10)

5 Star		80%
4 Star		0%
3 Star		0%
2 Star		0%
1 Star		20%

Review Brian Dean Rabal

Personable, Good Value, High Integrity

5.0 stars

Posted by Marsha
January 31, 2013

Brian handled my divorce for me. He was effective and expedient with paperwork and filings. He was also quite competent in the courtroom. Above all, I felt he was completely trustworthy and absolutely "in my corner" throughout the proceedings.

Brian is the Best Lawyer!

5.0 stars

Posted by Marjorie
September 15, 2017

Brian was very Friendly and courteous. I knew from meeting him and a great referral from a good friend, we would quickly get along. He listened and had solutions right away. I believe his work is very thorough and he listens to your concerns with undivided attention. It has been an amazing experience with his law firm so far. I will be happy to refer any of my family and friends to Brian’s law firm. Thank you in advance Brian.

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hired attorney

Totally Trust Worthy and High Integrity

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
May 20, 2022

Brian represented our daughter when she messed up at 16 and, while we wanted her to be held accountable, we didn't want her to pay for a stupid mistake for a decade or better. Brian knew the law, how to make sure our daughter got the best outcome and he understood what we meant when we said we wanted her held accountable. He is an awesome person as well, high integrity, lots of laughter, articulate and competent as hell!!

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Highly recommended

5.0 stars

Posted by Robert
October 7, 2020

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Rabal on a matter recently and I must say, he did a fantastic job. One of the most important things he did for me is calm me down. I was willing to pay high attorney fees to make a point but he managed help me understand how unnecessary that was. I really appreciate his professionalism and guidance.

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The Best Family Lawyer

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
September 1, 2020

Brian has been our family lawyer for more than 6 years now. He helped us gain guardianship of our grandchild and battled on our behalf in court and with DHS when false allegations were made and won for us. He has the ability and knowledge to show authorities on our case that we are the best ones to look out for said child’s best interest. Would recommend him in every family court circumstance. He has been there for us every step of our adventure of the court process.

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divorced

5.0 stars

Posted by Andrea
February 6, 2015

He was great at what he did, He was very confident in us winning in my divorce which made me confident. He kept me informed with what was happening. He didn't answer his phone a lot but he always called me back with in the day. He is working with me on my payments to him. He also tried to save me money any way he could

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
September 3, 2014

I have known Brian both professionally and personally for many years. He put his heart and soul into both my criminal and civil cases and achieved a favorable outcome in both. He is extremely knowledgeable and he made himself available to discuss my case and answer all of my questions. He also explained to me all of the potential options so that I was able to make sound decisions regarding my matters. Brian has the upmost integrity and is extremely dependable. I give my most heartfelt recommendation.

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
April 17, 2014

Mr. Rabal was extremely aggressive and took my civil case to a jury trial. He was a very effective and likable to the jury and ended up winning my case. I hope that I don't ever need a lawyer again, but if I do I will hire Brian Rabal.

Worse Lawyer I know

1.0 star

Posted by anonymous
January 24, 2013

I used Mr. Rabal's services twice and I truly regret it. I was hoping since he had experience with the first case, that the second try at it would have a better outcome. His letters to the other party are poorly written and leave vulnerability and loop holes for the other party to take advantage of. He is nearly impossible to get in touch with. The only way I could get him to respond was to call from a phone number that he did not recognize. He will charge you for every email, text or phone call you make to him. I was not able to go through with the case as far as I should have because I had zero faith that he stood a chance to win in court room for me. He kept telling me that he thought we would win, but I knew he did not possess the skills needed. I felt that using him all the way to the court room would cost me even more than he already did. Once I voiced my complaint to him he offered to pay what I felt I lost during due to his misrepresentation. I was not comfortable with that outcome but I named a price anyway. He agreed to it and we ended the conversation. He then called me back about 5-10 minutes later and he said that he had changed his mind and he felt he did no wrong. When I asked him how he came up with the figure related to my case, he had no response and blamed me. He will not look out for your best interest. I highly encourage anyone to not use his services. He “travels” all the time and will not give you the attention you deserve, please beware.

1.0 star

Posted by Gary McClaskey
June 8, 2012

I hired Mr. Rabal on April 30, 2012 Mr. Rabal did not return my phone calls or e-mails, once he had my money. When I finally got in touch with Mr. Rabal on a friend s phone (he wouldn t answer mine because of caller ID), and told Mr. Rabal that I was not satisfied with his services, and asked for my $400.00 to be returned- Mr. Rabal told me to take him to court. I then asked for a billing statement- which Mr. Rabal provided one month later- and with the incorrect last name on it. I won t open it. No point. I would not recommend Mr. Rabal-unless to an adversary. My experience with Mr. Rabal has been a nightmare.

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Tim Watson, Unknown Attorney on Jul 7, 2021
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Brian is a strong opposing counsel and would recommend him to anyone seeking an attorney willing to fight. I endorse this lawyer.

Joshua Bryant, Family Attorney on Dec 30, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Brian on multiple cases and trust his skill and knowledge.

Tim Watson, Unknown Attorney on Jul 7, 2021
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Brian is a strong opposing counsel and would recommend him to anyone seeking an attorney willing to fight. I endorse this lawyer.

Joshua Bryant, Family Attorney on Dec 30, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Brian on multiple cases and trust his skill and knowledge.

Stephen Fisher, Family Attorney on Jun 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have worked with Brian and against him. I have found him to be thorough, diligent and skillful in his representation of his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse and recommend Brian.

Brian Burke, Family Attorney on Apr 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Brian Rabal. He is a practical, hard-working lawyer and will do you a good job.

Tina Adcock-Thomas, Child custody Attorney on Feb 17, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Brian is a competent attorney and I have worked on several custody cases in which he was the attorney ad litem representing the interests of the children. Brian's approach is very conservative and in no way reactive to any particular situation. He takes his role seriously. Don't let his goofy grin fool you.

Todd Van Es, Family Attorney on Feb 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Brian works very well with his clients to help them get the best possible outcome in their situations.

Kathryn Hudson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Very well respected attorney.

William Trentham, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 16, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

Seth Bickett, Family Attorney on Aug 29, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I have had the opportunity to work both with and against Brian. He is aggressive and knowledgeable.

Morgan Doughty, General practice Attorney on Aug 19, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Brian is a very active member of the local attorney's bar and working with him was both a professional and pleasant experience. We were able to work together and accomplish the best outcome for both of our clients. I would highly recommend Mr. Rabal.

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Hourly Rates $150-$250/hour

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Personable, Good Value, High Integrity

5.0 stars

Brian is the Best Lawyer!

5.0 stars

Totally Trust Worthy and High Integrity

5.0 stars

Highly recommended

5.0 stars

The Best Family Lawyer

5.0 stars

divorced

5.0 stars

Highly Recommended

5.0 stars

Awesome with the jury

5.0 stars

Worse Lawyer I know

1.0 star

Not A Good Experience

1.0 star

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Rabal Law Firm, PLLC