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Alison Lee
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Biography
Alison Lee has focused on criminal defense and appellate work since she began practicing law over a decade ago. She has been with Norwood & Norwood, P.A. for the majority of her legal career and has successfully handled in excess of 1,000 felony and misdemeanor cases. She has also worked on many appeals for the firm. She uses her passion and knowledge of the law to work toward obtaining great results for our clients.
Alison was hand-picked by Doug and Cathy Norwood over 13 years ago because of rave reviews from other lawyers about her skill.
Alison holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas School of Law and an honors English degree from the University of Arkansas. She is licensed in Arkansas, the Federal Western District of Arkansas, and the Federal Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. She has argued cases in most of the courtrooms in Northwest Arkansas, as well as before the Eight Circuit Court of Appeals.
Since Alison believes in giving back to the community and that volunteer experience adds to her ability to creatively and zealously represent clients in the criminal justice system, she is involved in several organizations. Currently, Alison is the president of the Buffalo River Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to conserving the Buffalo National River. She is a member of the Committee of 100, a non-profit dedicated to supporting the Ozark Folk Center in Mountain View, Arkansas. Additionally, she was voted President of the Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
In her free time, Alison loves being with her family, being outdoors, and traveling.
Handled in excess of 1,000 felony and misdemeanor cases. Call me today!
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
19 years
DUI and DWI
10%
Drug Crime
10%
Sex Crime
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Arkansas for 19 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
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Alison Lee's Reviews
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Posted by Keith | November 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
When you need the best attorney Allison Lee is the one to call!
I became involved with criminal charges that were unfounded and absolutely not true. Instead of working for a favorable plea deal with the prosecutor she worked hard and was successful without a court trial resulting in the complete dismissal of the charges. I was very upset, anxious and nervous duri...
Posted by Paul | August 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Divorce Attorney
I hired Alison to represent me during my divorce. Alison did a great job. She paid attention to detail, followed up in a timely fashion and was both friendly and professional. Cost was fair. Most importantly, Alison watched out for my best interests (in an honorable and ethical way) throughout th...
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Service
Alison is caring and throurough. Communication was never lacking and honest and upfront about cost and legal matters. Would use her again for anything family law related!
Posted by Matt | October 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgeable, Experienced and Trustworthy.
During one of the hardest times of my life Alison was a rock for me and helped guide me through a messy divorce and custody battle. She came prepared with a solid game plan, extremely knowledgeable, and most importantly to me was always reachable. I hope you dont ever have to go through what i did b...
Posted by Joseph | January 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
AWESOME!
This attorney treated me great and got several felonies dismissed, including a Class Y felony. She kept me out of prison. I would recommend this lawyer.
Alison Lee's Lawyer Endorsements
"Alison is an experienced attorney with a vast knowledge of the law. These traits paired with the compassion she shows for her clients make her a fantastic attorney."
"Alison is an experienced and talented lawyer. She is dedicated to achieving her clients' goals. I endorse this lawyer."
"Alison is a hard working and extremely knowledgeable attorney who truly cares about all the clients she represent. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Alison is a great lawyer. She genuinely cares about her client's and works tirelessly to see that they reach the objectives they desire."
"Alison is an excellent attorney to have on your side. Her experience, knowledge, and negotiation skills are unmatched. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney."
"Alison is a fantastic attorney! She is highly respected in the community and does an awesome job for her clients!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Alison works very hard to achieve wonderful results for clients. She has gotten many cases dismissed and had many other fabulous results."
"Alison is very smart, hard working attorney that any person would be lucky to have on their side. She seems to truly care about her clients and making sure that their case gets resolved in the best way possible."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Alison works hard to resolve her client's cases in the best way possible. Her relationship with local prosecutors is key in helping her clients get the best outcome for their cases, and when you're charged with a crime, that's a good thing to have going for you."
"Don't let her personable nature and disarming smile fool you. In a courtroom or in a negotiation, Alison Lee is a formidable opponent. I've personally observed her as she prepared to defend clients against serious charges, and her attention to detail and passion for advocacy is incomparable. I cannot recommend her highly enough."
"Alison is truly one of the elite criminal defense lawyers in Arkansas. Her knowledge of criminal law is almost unlimited, and she is dedicated to defending her clients' cases (as opposed to the common practice of walking them in and pleading them guilty). In addition to being an attorney that other attorneys go to for help in their cases, Alison is very well known for the level of care and compassion she shows for her clients. If you want to fight your case with a skilled and knowledgable lawyer, Alison is the one!"
"I have had the opportunity and privilege to be colleagues and friends with Alison Lee. She is a dedicated, hard working attorney who has proven her skills as a litigator inside and outside the courtroom. I endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Mid-South SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Best Criminal Defense Law Firm in Northwest Arkansas, Arkansas Democrat Gazette
2021
Best Law Firm in Northwest Arkansas, Arkansas Democrat Gazette
2020
Best Criminal Defense Law Firm in Northwest Arkansas, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Partner, Norwood & Norwood, P.A.
2018 - Present
Attorney, Norwood & Norwood, P.A.
2023 - 2023
Adjuct Professor, University Of Arkansas School Of Law, Fayetteville
2017 - 2018
Attorney, Matthews, Campbell, Rhoads, McClure & Thompson, P.A.
2006 - 2017
Attorney, Norwood & Norwood, P.A.
2004 - 2005
Law Clerk, Walmart/Sam's Club
Associations
2020 - Present
Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member
2017 - Present
Committee of One HundredMember
2015 - Present
Buffalo River FoundationPresident
2008 - Present
United States Federal Court, Eastern and Western Districts of ArkansasLicense
2008 - Present
United States Federal Eighth Court of AppealsLicensed
2006 - Present
Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Arkansas Bar AssociationMember
2018 - 2019
Arkansas Attorney Ad LitemAttorney Ad Litem
2015 - 2018
Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Pollreis v. Marzolf
Oral Argument at 8th Circuit Court of Appeals
New v. Denver
Oral argument at Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals
Chevallier v. Hand
Oral Argument at Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals
Schneider v. State
Won
Education
2005
University of Arkansas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of Arkansas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
Committee of 100 Fall Workshop
Committee of 100 Fall Workshop
2022
AACDL NWA Luncheon
Bail Hearings in Arkansas
2022
AACDL Little Rock Luncheon
Bail Hearings in Arkansas
2019
Committee of One Hundred Spring Workshop
Committee of One Hundred Spring Workshop
2019
Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Yearly Meeting
Search and Seizure Law
2017
The Nature Conservancy Dedication
Acquisition of Land for Conservation in Buffalo River Watershed
2016
University of Arkansas School of Law
Criminal Law and Civil Lawsuits
2015
San Luis Obispo County Bar Association, Criminal Defense Section
Prosecutorial Misconduct
2015
Last Chance CLE
Literature & the Law: Fiction v. Reality
2015
Florida Public Defender Association--Building a Better Defense
Prosecutorial Misconduct
2014
Garland County Bar Association
Prosecutorial Misconduct in Closing Arguments
Languages
English