Atty. Jay Franklin Shell

Atty. Jay Franklin Shell

Jay Franklin Shell is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, estate planning, mergers and acquisitions and 3 other areas of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from Ouachita Baptist University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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Profile Summary

About Jay Franklin Shell at a glance

Jay Franklin Shell is a Member based in Batesville, Arkansas, practicing at Jay F Shell. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1987), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas (1992), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas (1992). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1987) and Ouachita Baptist University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Arkansas Bar Association Independence Court Bar Association. Serves clients in Batesville, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jay Franklin Shell is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, estate planning, mergers and acquisitions and 3 other areas of law
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Ouachita Baptist University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Jay practices at Jay F. Shell in Batesville, AR

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Franklin Shell's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Jay Franklin Shell is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Arkansas →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Jay Franklin Shell is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Arkansas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Jay Franklin Shell is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arkansas →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Jay Franklin Shell is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Arkansas →

Securities Law

Jay Franklin Shell is one of 58,852 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities 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 Batesville 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 Jay Franklin Shell

Where is Jay Franklin Shell's law office located?
Jay Franklin Shell's law practice is located in Batesville, Arkansas. The firm is Jay F Shell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Franklin Shell handle?
Jay Franklin Shell focuses on probate, estate planning, business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has Jay Franklin Shell practiced law?
Jay Franklin Shell has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jay Franklin Shell go to law school?
Jay Franklin Shell earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Jay Franklin Shell for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Franklin Shell 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 Jay Franklin Shell received?
Jay Franklin Shell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1987
B.A.
Ouachita Baptist University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1992

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