The focus of my practice and extesive experience is in complex civil litigation, which includes serious personal injury cases, business and employment litigation, and even intellectual property and antitrust litigation. I look forward to working with my clients to obtain the best possible result in all circumstances. I am dedicated to listening to client ideas, and working together to win within the bounds of the law. I believe that not only skill and experience is necessary for success, but tenacity and determination are often outcome determinative. I have tried many cases before juries, and many bench trials. The listed cases are only a few of the representative cases, as many cases settle under strict confidentiality provisions. It would be a pleasure to visit with you about your case. The initial phone consultation is at no charge: 479-494-1800.
Practice areas
Employment and discrimination trial practice including civil rights, wage and hour disputes, sexual harassment, gender, pregnancy, race, age and disability discrimination. Whistleblower protection.
34 years
Serious Injury cases including automobile accidents, wrongful death, products liability, heavy truck collisions, on-the-job injuries, motorcycle accidents.
34 years
Business and commercial litigation, while not constituting a majority of my practice, is probably one of my favorite areas of practice.
34 years
The preparation of Wills and Trusts is important work which is a valuable service to the conscientious client. Estate litigation and disputes is also a big area of my practice.
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AR | Active | 1995 | 06/08/2022 |
TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1988 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 7 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Distinguished 4.4 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Byars, Hickey & Hall, PLLC | 2012 - Present |
Partner | Christian, Byars & Hickey PLLC | 2010 - 2012 |
Partner | Christian & Byars | 1995 - 2012 |
Associate | Miller, Hiersche, Martens & Hayward, PC | 1988 - 1995 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Arkansas Bar Association, Business Law Section | N/A | |
Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Arkansas School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1988 |
Baylor University | BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration | 1985 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Human Resource Law From Start to Finish | Employment Law | 2016 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Tom Holbird v. Allen Canning Co. (US Dist Ct East Dist Ok) | Jury Verdict in favor of client in the amount of $250,000. |
William "Bill" Dominic v. DeVilbiss Air Power Co. (US Dist Ct Western Ark) | Jury verdict in favor of client, awarding $113,000 in compensatory damages, plus punitive damages of $250,000. Total Judgment, with attny fees was $413,964.51. On appeal, the punitive damages award was vacated, but the remaining damages award was upheld. |
Marie Chapman v. Western Ark Anesthesia Assoc. (US Dist Ct Western Ark) | Jury verdict in favor of client in the amount of $250,000, affirmed on appeal to US Court of Appeals for 8th Cir. |
Wayne Hill d/b/aHill Sanitation, Inc. v. Sebastian County, Ar (Seb Co. Circuit Court) | Jury verdict in favor of client, resulting in the entry of Judgment in the amount of $142,000. |
Sales Merchandising Services v. Continental Tire North America, Inc. (Benton Co Circuit Court) | Jury verdict resulting in Judgment of $275,695.00 |
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W. Hyman, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Just about every attorney in the river valley has heard of Joe Byars' accomplishments and sky-high settlements in the personal injury field. Not only does he know the law but he also knows how to negotiate with corporations and and what to expect from juries.
Kevin Holmes, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Joe is a well respected attorney and advocates hard for his clients.
W. Hyman, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Just about every attorney in the river valley has heard of Joe Byars' accomplishments and sky-high settlements in the personal injury field. Not only does he know the law but he also knows how to negotiate with corporations and and what to expect from juries.
Kevin Holmes, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Joe is a well respected attorney and advocates hard for his clients.
Kevin Hickey, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 5, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have known Joe for many years. He is well respected in the legal community and does an excellent job for his clients. I would recommend him without hesitation.
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