Atty. Daniel R. Carter

Atty. Daniel R. Carter

Since 1980, Daniel R. Carter (“Dan”) has focused his practice in the area of civil litigation.

Little Rock Little Rock 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

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. Serands clients in Little Rock, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel R. Carter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

Daniel R. Carter is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Arkansas →

Probate

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Personal Injury

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 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arkansas →

Business & Corporate Law

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Daniel R. Carter is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arkansas →

Class Action

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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 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 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 Daniel R. Carter

Where is Daniel R. Carter's law office located?
Daniel R. Carter's law practice is located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The firm is James Carter Plc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel R. Carter handle?
Daniel R. Carter focuses on discrimination, probate, personal injury, business, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has Daniel R. Carter practiced law?
Daniel R. Carter has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Daniel R. Carter go to law school?
Daniel R. Carter earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. M.R.C.P., 1975).
How can I contact Daniel R. Carter for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel R. Carter directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Daniel R. Carter received?
Daniel R. Carter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1980
B.S. M.R.C.P.
Kansas State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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