Atty. James Patrick McCarty

Atty. James Patrick McCarty

James Patrick McCarty is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, medical malpractice and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Fort Smith Fort Smith 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (479) 977-6507

Profile Summary

About James Patrick McCarty at a glance

James Patrick McCarty is a divorce, car accidents, drug crimes, medical malpractice, and wrongful death attorney based in Fort Smith, Arkansas. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1982). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1982) and University of Arkansas (B.A., 1979). Serves clients in Fort Smith, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Patrick McCarty is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, medical malpractice and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Fort Smith, AR

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick McCarty's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James Patrick McCarty is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Arkansas →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Patrick McCarty is one of 32,842 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Arkansas →

Drug Crimes

James Patrick McCarty is one of 6,336 drug crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse drug crimes attorneys in Arkansas →

Medical Malpractice

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

James Patrick McCarty is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Arkansas →

Wrongful Death

James Patrick McCarty is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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 Patrick McCarty

Where is James Patrick McCarty's law office located?
James Patrick McCarty's law practice is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick McCarty handle?
James Patrick McCarty focuses on divorce, car accidents, drug crimes, medical malpractice, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has James Patrick McCarty practiced law?
James Patrick McCarty has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Patrick McCarty go to law school?
James Patrick McCarty earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James Patrick McCarty for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1982
B.A.
University of Arkansas
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1982

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