Atty. Charles E. Hanks
Charles E. Hanks is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice, criminal defense law, commercial law and 5 other areas of law.
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About Charles E. Hanks at a glance
Charles E. Hanks is a Member based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, practicing at Charles E Hanks. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and business. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1973) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1974). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1973) and University of Arkansas (B.S.B.A. University, 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Washington County. Serves clients in Fayetteville, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Charles E. Hanks is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice, criminal defense law, commercial law and 5 other areas of law
- Charles received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Charles practices at Charles E. Hanks in Fayetteville, AR
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Charles E. Hanks's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles E. Hanks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Charles E. Hanks is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Arkansas →
Charles E. Hanks is one of 27,615 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Arkansas →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Charles E. Hanks is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arkansas →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Charles E. Hanks is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Arkansas →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Charles E. Hanks is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arkansas →
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 venue, 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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