Atty. April Rye Shy

Atty. April Rye Shy

State of Arkansas, Domestic Relations Attorney ad Litem and Dependency/Neglect Attorney ad Litem. Ex-Officio, Washington County Juvenile Justice Advisory Board.

Fayetteville Fayetteville 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About April Rye Shy at a glance

April Rye Shy is an Of Counsel based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, practicing at Taylor Law Partners Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1993) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas (1993). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1993) and University of Arkansas (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Arkansas Bar Association Washington County Bar Association Putman Inns of Court. Serands clients in Fayetteville, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • State of Arkansas, Domestic Relations Attorney ad Litem and Dependency/Neglect Attorney ad Litem
  • Ex-Officio, Washington County Juvenile Justice Advisory Board
  • Arkansas State CASA, Attorney ad Litem of the Year 1999
  • CASA of Northwest Arkansas Attorney ad Litem of the Year 2003
  • Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Top "Forty Under Forty" 2000
  • Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce Leadership Fayetteville 2001

Practice Areas Explained

April Rye Shy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases April Rye Shy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arkansas

Practicing law in Arkansas. Legal matters in Arkansas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fayetteville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arkansas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arkansas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arkansas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about April Rye Shy

Where is April Rye Shy's law office located?
April Rye Shy's law practice is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The firm is Taylor Law Partners Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does April Rye Shy handle?
April Rye Shy focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has April Rye Shy practiced law?
April Rye Shy has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did April Rye Shy go to law school?
April Rye Shy earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
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What awards or recognition has April Rye Shy received?
April Rye Shy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1993
B.A.
University of Arkansas
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas
Admitted: 1993

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