Atty. Franklin Sharp Hamlin

Atty. Franklin Sharp Hamlin

Franklin Sharp Hamlin is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration and 3 other areas of law. Franklin received a B.S. in B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Little Rock Little Rock 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (501) 307-2760

Profile Summary

About Franklin Sharp Hamlin at a glance

Franklin Sharp Hamlin is a wrongful death, personal injury, litigation, and adr attorney based in Little Rock, Arkansas. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Cir (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1978). Educated at Memphis State University (J.D., 1974) and University of Arkansas (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Little Rock, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Franklin Sharp Hamlin is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration and 3 other areas of law
  • Franklin received a B.S. in B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Franklin practices in Little Rock, AR

Practice Areas Explained

Franklin Sharp Hamlin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Franklin Sharp Hamlin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Franklin Sharp Hamlin is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Arkansas →

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.

Franklin Sharp Hamlin is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arkansas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Franklin Sharp Hamlin is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arkansas →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Franklin Sharp Hamlin is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Franklin Sharp Hamlin

Where is Franklin Sharp Hamlin's law office located?
Franklin Sharp Hamlin's law practice is located in Little Rock, Arkansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Franklin Sharp Hamlin handle?
Franklin Sharp Hamlin focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has Franklin Sharp Hamlin practiced law?
Franklin Sharp Hamlin has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Franklin Sharp Hamlin go to law school?
Franklin Sharp Hamlin earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Franklin Sharp Hamlin for a consultation?
You can contact Franklin Sharp Hamlin 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 Franklin Sharp Hamlin received?
Franklin Sharp Hamlin's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Memphis State University
- 1974
B.S.
University of Arkansas
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Cir
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978

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