Atty. E. Diane Graham

Atty. E. Diane Graham

"People who hate to lose make effective advocates. I am one of those people." The standards I set for myself are high because I appreciate the confidence my clients place in me.

Fort Smith Fort Smith 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About E. Diane Graham at a glance

E. Diane Graham is an Of Counsel based in Fort Smith, Arkansas, practicing at Ledbetter Cogbill Arnold And Harrison Llp. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, business, workers comp, and construction. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1977), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas (1978), U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1995). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1977) and University of Arkansas (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sebastian County (President, 2000-2001), Arkansas, Eighth Circuit and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Arkansas Association of Self-Insurers Western Arkansas Trial Practice Committee. Serands clients in Fort Smith, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • "People who hate to lose make effective advocates
  • I am one of those people
  • The standards I set for myself are high because I appreciate the confidence my clients place in me
  • I have found that success in litigation comes down to preparation and the ability to effectively communicate the important aspects of complex cases to juries and judges
  • My areas of concentration are workers compensation, medical malpractice and employment law
  • I was born in Texas but have since found that I much prefer the hills and lakes of Arkansas
  • While I enjoy working hard, when I am not in the office I relish my time with my grandsons, and any time I can spend outdoors, whether it is working in my yard, reading on my patio or relaxing at the lake

Practice Areas Explained

E. Diane Graham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases E. Diane Graham handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

E. Diane Graham is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Arkansas →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

E. Diane Graham is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Arkansas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

E. Diane Graham is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arkansas →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

E. Diane Graham is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Arkansas →

Construction Law

E. Diane Graham is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 Fort Smith 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 E. Diane Graham

Where is E. Diane Graham's law office located?
E. Diane Graham's law practice is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The firm is Ledbetter Cogbill Arnold And Harrison Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does E. Diane Graham handle?
E. Diane Graham focuses on medical malpractice, employment, business, workers comp, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has E. Diane Graham practiced law?
E. Diane Graham has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did E. Diane Graham go to law school?
E. Diane Graham earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact E. Diane Graham for a consultation?
You can contact E. Diane Graham 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 E. Diane Graham received?
E. Diane Graham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1977
B.A.
University of Arkansas
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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