Atty. James E. Shoffey

Atty. James E. Shoffey

James E. Shoffey is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, negligence law, tort law and 5 other areas of law.

Fort Smith Fort Smith 75 Years Experience 75 year
Call (479) 977-8610

Profile Summary

About James E. Shoffey at a glance

James E. Shoffey is a wills, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Fort Smith, Arkansas. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1951). Educated at University of Arkansas J.D. (—). Serves clients in Fort Smith, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. Shoffey is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, negligence law, tort law and 5 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 75 years
  • James practices in Fort Smith, AR

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Shoffey's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James E. Shoffey is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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 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 James E. Shoffey

Where is James E. Shoffey's law office located?
James E. Shoffey's law practice is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Shoffey handle?
James E. Shoffey focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has James E. Shoffey practiced law?
James E. Shoffey has 75+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1951.
Where did James E. Shoffey go to law school?
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Education

University of Arkansas J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1951

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