Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in Arkansas
Since 1900, Wright Lindsey & Jennings has established itself as a premier law firm in Arkansas, dedicated to community service, innovation, and professional excellence. With over 75 attorneys, including 51 recognized by The Best Lawyers in America, we provide comprehensive legal guidance across 55+ practice areas and 20 industry groups. Our firm's commitment to integrity, transparency, and client-centric solutions has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work in Arkansas for eight consecutive years.We combine deep legal expertise with a focus on understanding each client's unique needs, delivering timely and cost-efficient results. Our attorneys are leaders in litigation, corporate transactions, and regulatory matters, serving clients from Arkansas to global markets. Through decades of experience, we have built a reputation for shaping the legal landscape while maintaining a culture of collaboration, diversity, and community involvement.
Services
Corporate Law
Estate Planning
Intellectual Property
Environmental Law
Government Relations
Tax Law
Litigation
Real Estate
Banking Law
Healthcare Law
Details
- Year established: 1900
Highlights and features
- 125 years of legal expertise serving Arkansas and regional clients
- 51 attorneys recognized by The Best Lawyers in America
- Comprehensive services across 55+ legal practice areas
- Eight-time recipient of Arkansas Best Place to Work award
- Deep commitment to community service and pro bono work
Associations and certifications
- The Best Lawyers in America
- Chambers USA
- U.S. News-Best Lawyers Best Law Firms
What people say
Proven track record
Exceptional legal minds
Client-focused approach
Timely responses
Community leaders
Services
Corporate Law
Our corporate law practice provides strategic counsel for mergers, acquisitions, governance, and regulatory compliance. We serve public, private, and emerging companies across industries, offering expertise in securities offerings, financing transactions, and business restructuring. With attorneys recognized by Chambers USA and Best Lawyers, we deliver solutions that align with evolving business needs while maintaining strict adherence to legal standards.
Estate Planning
We design comprehensive estate plans tailored to individual and family needs, including wills, trusts, and asset protection strategies. Our attorneys specialize in tax minimization techniques, business succession planning, and special needs trusts. With 40+ experienced practitioners, we ensure efficient estate administration while preserving family legacies through personalized, long-term solutions.
Intellectual Property
Our IP team manages trademark portfolios for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. We handle patent prosecution, trademark registration, and copyright protection across domestic and international markets. With four Lawyer of the Year designations in trademark law, we provide strategic IP counseling and enforcement solutions to protect clients' innovations and brand identities.
Environmental Law
We represent clients in environmental regulatory matters under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. Our practice includes Superfund litigation, permitting assistance, and compliance strategies for manufacturing and energy sectors. Led by attorneys with 35+ years of experience, we provide end-to-end solutions for environmental enforcement actions and administrative proceedings.
Litigation
Our litigation practice handles complex commercial disputes, class actions, and appellate matters. With 16 Lawyer of the Year honorees, we represent clients in state and federal courts across insurance defense, product liability, and business litigation. Our approach combines aggressive advocacy with strategic settlement negotiations to achieve optimal client outcomes.
People
Jacob P. Fair
Partner
Dually licensed attorney and CPA with transactional and commercial litigation expertise. Former Assistant General Counsel at a regional bank, specializing in loan operations and compliance matters.
Judy Simmons Henry
Partner
Recognized litigator with expertise in class action and multidistrict litigation. Former elite gymnast who combines athletic discipline with legal strategy to resolve complex disputes.
Mark H. Allison
Partner
Environmental law specialist with 35+ years of experience handling Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act cases. Leads regulatory compliance efforts for manufacturing and energy clients.
Richard Blakely Glasgow
Partner
Active IP litigator managing hundreds of patent applications. Represents clients in federal courts nationwide, with expertise in technology sector intellectual property protection.
Michael O. Parker
Of Counsel
Tax law expert with five decades of experience advising on trusts, estates, and business reorganizations. Provides strategic counsel for pension plans and industrial development bonds.
Questions
What practice areas does Wright Lindsey Jennings specialize in?
We offer comprehensive services in corporate law, litigation, intellectual property, environmental law, estate planning, healthcare law, and 50+ other practice areas.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Wright Lindsey Jennings has served clients since 1900, maintaining a legacy of legal excellence for over 120 years.
Are your attorneys recognized for their expertise?
51 attorneys are listed in The Best Lawyers in America, with 16 named Lawyer of the Year across various specialties.
What industries do you serve?
We work with clients in agriculture, healthcare, technology, banking, construction, energy, sports, and 15+ additional industry sectors.
How does the firm support community development?
We annually support 120+ organizations through pro bono work and volunteerism, including our 30-scholarship program for law students.
