Atty. Daniel R. Carter
Since 1980, Daniel R. Carter (“Dan”) has focused his practice in the area of civil litigation.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Little Rock, AR · 46+ Years Experience
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About Daniel R. Carter at a Glance
Daniel R. Carter is a Member based in Little Rock, Arkansas, practicing at James Carter Plc. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on discrimination, probate, personal injury, business, and class action. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1980), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1980) and Kansas State University (B.S. M.R.C.P., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Overton Inn of Court (Master) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Little Rock, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel R. Carter
- Since 1980, Daniel R. Carter (“Dan”) has focused his practice in the area of civil litigation
- He has represented individuals, small companies and large corporations in the areas of insurance coverage, commercial litigation (including warranty claims), construction law, employment discrimination (including sexual harassment), product liability and personal injury
- Throughout his career, he also handled the probate of estates
- Mr. Carter has spoken at several seminars on the topics of insurance coverage and commercial litigation
- He is a member of the American Bar Association, the Litigation Section of the ABA serving on the Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee, the Construction Litigation Committee and the Business Torts Litigation Committee
- He is active in the local and state bar associations
- He has served as President and Secretary-Treasurer of the Pulaski County Bar Association
- Mr. Carter was Secretary-Treasurer of the Arkansas Bar Association and served on its Executive Council for five years
- He is a Master in the William R. Overton Inn of Court
- He is a Fellow of the Arkansas Bar Foundation and served on its Board of Directors for three years
- Mr. Carter received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas in 1980
- He received his undergraduate degree and a master’s degree from Kansas State University
- He served as a Legislative Intern in the U.S
- Senate in 1975
- He is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Arkansas, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit and the United States Supreme Court
- Mr. Carter is AV rated, the highest recognition awarded by Martindale-Hubbell for legal experience, skill, integrity and professional excellence
- Recognized by Best Lawyers 2022 Phi Alpha Delta
- Legislative Intern, U.S
- Senate, l975
- Member, Pulaski County Law Library Board, 1988-
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel R. Carter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel R. Carter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Little Rock.
Workplace Discrimination in Little Rock
Daniel R. Carter is one of 7,049 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Arkansas →
Probate in Little Rock
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Personal Injury in Little Rock
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.
Daniel R. Carter is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arkansas →
Business & Corporate Law in Little Rock
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel R. Carter is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arkansas →
Class Action in Little Rock
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Little Rock
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 Little Rock 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.
Little Rock Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Little Rock-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Little Rock Choose Daniel R. Carter
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel R. Carter's practice in the field of discrimination, probate, personal injury, business, and class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel R. Carter brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Arkansas, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, Daniel R. Carter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering discrimination, probate, and personal injury, Daniel R. Carter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Little Rock
A Little Rock-based practice means Daniel R. Carter attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel R. Carter Handles in Little Rock
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