Louis Sung-Hoon Lim

Louis Sung-Hoon Lim

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Springdale, AR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +3 more

109 Spring Street, Suite 2, Springdale, AR

About Louis

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Felony and misdemeanor criminal practice. Successful and life saving jury trial experience against death penalty murder charges since 2001. Felony drug defense. DWI Defense -Qualified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the International Association of Chiefs of Police DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing to adminster SFSTs since 2006.

29 years

50%
DUI and DWI 10%

29 years

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

29 years

10%
Sex Crime 10%

29 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arkansas for 29 years

State: Arkansas

Acquired: 1996

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Louis Lim

109 Spring Street, Suite 2, Springdale, AR, 72764

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Louis Sung-Hoon Lim's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

141 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Staff & Support

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Louis Lim is a competent and effective attorney

Mr. Lim handled my DUI prosecution with professionalism, competence, and expertise, but more importantly, he believed in me and the strength of my defense, and worked tirelessly to have charges uncontested. He is an excellent communicator, explains complicated legal terms and processes in understanda...ble language, and checked in frequently as the case progressed. He is well-connected to the entire legal establishment in northwest Arkansas, and those relationships give him the respect and effectiveness that he has built over more than two decades in practice. He's genuinely interested in people and their unique journeys. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Lim for any legal issue. I would also note that his paralegal and office assistance is extremely professional and responsive.

Posted by Tanner | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great lawyer and office

Hired this attorney after a friend recommended me . He got to know me and my case and understood it lawfully and personally , I messed up and he fixed my mistakes . He worked with me and my case and actually got my charges dropped thankfully, after seeing my mishaps . He was kind, intelligent , smart... and quick acting it didn’t take him but a few weeks to work the case out like it was nothing and kept it professional the whole time while keeping a friendly and intelligent demeanor . The secretary for Luis Lyn was excellent as well very professional , kind, understanding and they both helped in any way . Trading information payment and just someone to talk about your case or issue with this is a great place and great people . If anyone is in a bind or needs some good advice or lawyer to back them up I recommend this guy this office . I would definitely come back and it’s for super serious reasons too you can put your faith in him!

Posted by Lorenzo Gomez | July 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fantastic lawyer

Would definitely recommend Louis. He’s a very professional and kind person with a wonderful staff at his office. I hired him for a case and he got all my charges dropped. He did a really fantastic job in court going in detail about everything. Very very intelligent man. Super grateful for him.

Posted by Gustavo | October 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent lawyer

Louis was recommended to me by family and I’m forever grateful to him and his team! Mr. Lim and his assistant were very professional and kind. They kept in constant communication and answered all questions I had. Thanks to him I was able to avoid jail time and reduce fines I was facing. I will defini...tely go back to him in the future if ever needed!

Posted by Isaac | December 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

speeding violations

I was ticketed and fined and didnt know where to look for a great laywer to handle my case. I looked and everyone charged high amounts of money for them to handle my case, and as i was driving i saw with a big letter Louis Lim "a man who fights hard to win." Thats when i decided i might as well try i...t, it wouldn't hurt me and man the staff were nice and did their best to take care of me and answer any of my questions. To sum it up the prices Mr.Louis charged was amazingly Wonderful especially someone on a tight budget and of course i had to go with them not only because of the price they gave me, but overall the impression Mr.Louis himself and his staff gave would be a mistake not to go with them; which i wouldnt expect nothing less from a man whose had 20 years of experience. To say the least if you want to be professionally taken care of Mr. Louis Lim and his team are the way to go.

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Louis Sung-Hoon Lim's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eun Sol Kim

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Louis is arguably one of the most experienced and well-respected defense attorneys in town. I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Louis is an excellent lawyer who pays attention to the details."

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Bruce Mulkey

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Louis. He is a super lawyer and a very nice guy."

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Holly Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent Criminal Defense attorney."

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Brian Burke

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Louis Lim. Louis works hard for his clients and puts a tremendous amount of thought into how he handles his cases. I would certainly recommend him to clients for criminal cases."

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Norman Norwood

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Louis for many years, and throughout that time, I have known Louis to be an extremely intelligent, dependable, and hard-working attorney. I greatly value his opinion, and I often consult with him on criminal law matters. Louis has a commanding presence in the courtroom, and always diligently fights for his clients. I am happy to endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Reynolds

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A very knowledgeable and skilled attorney."

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Seth Bickett

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Friend

"Experience matters and Louis has it. He can communicate to a jury and clients better than most attorneys I know. I would refer my family to him if they needed to stay out of prison."

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William Trentham

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Louis S. Lim is the best criminal defense lawyer that I know. He has been certified in death penalty cases and has a reputation for being very prepared, highly knowledgeable in the law and exceptionally effective. Mark L. Martin"

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Lisa Dennis

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Louis is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the state. He has years of experience and has achieved remarkable results for his clients. He is tough and hardworking. Many lawyers go to court just to watch Louis in action."

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Brenton Bryant

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and consulted with Louis for many years. His reputation is above reproach, and he is an excellent choice as your attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers Member, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney & Owner, Law Office of Louis Lim

1997 - 2002

Chief Deputy Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, 19th Judicial District of Arkansas

Associations

2016 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 100 Trial Lawyer Member

2015 - Present

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Member

2011 - Present

Arkansas Bar Association, Criminal Law

2005 - Present

Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1998 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

1998 - Present

Benton County Bar Association

Benton County Law Library Board

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Arkansas vs. T.P., Benton County Circuit Court 19th Judicial District of Arkansas

Nolle Prosequi (dismissed)

State of Arkansas v. Jorge Luis Hernandez, CR 2012-703-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Rodolfo Ramirez-Olayo

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Jose Guzman, CR 2008-851-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Jose Adilo Mancia-Sandoval, Benton County Circuit Court, CR 2008-1627-1(A)

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Jose Humberto Guzman, 19th Judicial District, CR 2008-857-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Sharon Woods, 19th Judicial District of Arkansas

Dismissed

State of Arkansas v. Tanya Lynn Hollifield

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Daniel Eugene Gallatin, CR 2007-1103-2

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Arnulfo De Jesus Escobar, CR 2008-1258-2

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Christopher Terrell Lockhart, 19th Judicial District, CR 2002-1162-1

Dismissed

State of Arkansas v. Jeremy Frederick, 4th Judicial District CR 2003-409-1

Not Guilty Verdict

State of Arkansas v. Frankie Allen Sullins, 19th Judicial District, CR 1999-759-2

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Christopher Person, 19th Judicial District, CR 2000-300-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Jose Luis Vazquez, 19th Judicial District, CR 2000-212-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Brenda Kay Tusinger, 19th Judicial District CR 2000-0343-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Cheryl Lee Harvey, 19th Judicial District, CR 2000-316-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Yvonne Sue Hardin, 19th Judicial District, CR 99-273-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Roy Watson Yonce, 19th Judicial District, CR 1998-226-2

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Bradley Dean, 19th Judicial District, CR 1998-226-2

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Roger Bland, 19th Judicial District, CR 99-775-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Ricky Keven Ward, 19th Judicial District, CR 1998-286-2

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Kenneth Dale Davidson, 19th Judicial District, CR 1998-103-2

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Alvie Arnold, 19th Judicial District, CR 98-264-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. John Steven Johnson, 19th Judicial District, CR 1997-709-1

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

State of Arkansas v. Matthew Bulin, 19th Judicial District, CR 1997-594-3

Nolle prosequi (dismissal)

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Education

2006

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Intnational Association of Chiefs of Police DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Student Course in Little Rock, Arkansas

1999

National Criminal Defense College

1997

Western Trial Advocacy Institute at the University of Wyoming College of Law

1996

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Leflar Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Northwestern University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Best of CLE

Handling Misdemeanors

2013

Northwest Arkansas Continuing Legal Education Seminar

Handling Misdemeanor Cases

Languages

English

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