Emily Beth Kostelnik

Emily Beth Kostelnik

also known as Emily Leach

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 12 years

Insurance Lawyer Practice Areas: Insurance

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 8 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2017

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arkansas for 12 years

State: Arkansas

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

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Emily Beth Kostelnik's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

5 star (2)
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Posted by Brooks | October 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

5 Stars are not enough

Emily joined Bud Whetstone about half way through a case he had been working on for me. Emily was an incredible help from the start in keeping me informed of everything that went on in regards to my case no matter how big or small. One thing that I really appreciated about Emily was that she would ta...lk to me as if we were friends and would tell me what was going on in terms that were easy to understand and got the point across clearly. Emily also got use to my text messages and it became a routine, as she would get one every Friday to check on how the case was going and she never once got upset with me or annoyed with my constant questions. To sum it up Emily helped make my case as easy for me as she possibly could and went above and beyond what she had to do and for that I am very appreciative. If you need any legal help do your self a favor and get in touch with Emily, one of Arkansas's best Lawyers!!

Posted by Barbara | August 4, 2015

Emily is an excellant attorney

Emily is an attorney that really listens to you and remembers the smallest details as she is building your case. She will make sure you understand every step she is taking and how it will bring the best result for your settlement. When you sit down with Emily you will know you are in good hands with... an attorney who will give it her all.

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Emily Beth Kostelnik's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eun Sol Kim

Car accident lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the pleasure to know Emily as a classmate all throughout law school. She has always stood out as a professional individual with meticulous attention to detail and exceptional preparation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Meagan Burns

Unknown lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I proudly endorse this lawyer. Emily and I had several classes together in law school, and it was clear she was one of the best and brightest among our peers. She is intelligent and articulate, and she serves her clients well with her passion for helping others and providing excellent service."

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Taylor Dugan

Car accident lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Emily professionally and personally for over five years now. She is incredibly hardworking and pays attention to every minor detail. If you hire her as your lawyer I know you'll be in great hands."

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Skye Martin

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Emily through her volunteer work at the Bowen School of Law. Besides being very knowledgeable about the law, Emily really cares about helping people. I endorse Emily Kostelnik as a personal injury attorney."

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Bud Whetstone

Personal injury lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I highly recommend Emily. She has a great head on her shoulders and is a real "difference maker" in my firm."

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Lauren Elenbaas

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Emily Kostelnik is a highly intelligent attorney who will work diligently to arrive at the best possible outcome on your case. She truly cares about each and every one of her clients and is always striving to increase her already expansive legal knowledge in the area of personal injury. I highly recommend her for your legal needs in this area of practice,"

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Brandon Haubert

Unknown lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Emily has a good head on her shoulders and knows how to work through complex legal issues."

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Stefan McBride

Unknown lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I went to law school with Emily and was always impressed with how thoughtful she was in classroom discussions."

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Alexander Owings

Consumer protection lawyer

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Jason Files

Criminal defense lawyer

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Richard Watts

Personal injury lawyer

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Eun Sol Kim

Unknown lawyer

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Stefan McBride

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Meagan Burns

Family lawyer

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Skye Martin

Family lawyer

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Abtin Mehdizadegan

Unknown lawyer

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Lauren Elenbaas

General practice lawyer

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Bud Whetstone

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2016

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2016

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2012

Dean's Certificate of Public Service, University of Arkansas - Bowen School of Law

2011

Dean's Certificate of Public Service, University of Arkansas - Bowen School of Law

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Whetstone Law Firm

2013 - 2013

Legal Assistant, Law Offices of Gary Green

2013 - 2014

Lawyer, Law Offices of James Swindoll

Associations

2015 - Present

Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association, ListServ Committee

Committee Member

2015 - Present

Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association, Membership Committee

Committee Member

2014 - Present

United States Western District of Arkansas

Licensed

2013 - Present

Arkansas Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Arkansas Association of Women Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2013

University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

Missouri State University

MA - Masters

2007

University of Missouri

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Decisions Week of October 26

Recent Arkansas Supreme Court Decisions

2015

Decisions Week of November 16

Recent Arkansas Supreme Court Decisions

2015

Decisions Week of February 16th

Recent Arkansas Appeals Court Decisions

2015

Decisions Week of April 20th

Recent Arkansas Supreme Court Decisions

2015

Decisions Week of March 13

Recent Arkansas Appeals Court Decisions

Languages

English

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