Atty. John Elmo Patterson

Atty. John Elmo Patterson

John Elmo Patterson is a lawyer practicing torts, personal injury, civil practice and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Hendrix College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Searcy Searcy 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About John Elmo Patterson at a glance

John Elmo Patterson is a Member based in Searcy, Arkansas, practicing at John Patterson P A. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, litigation, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Arkansas U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court (1978). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1978) and Hendrix College (B.A. Economics, 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Searcy, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Elmo Patterson is a lawyer practicing torts, personal injury, civil practice and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Hendrix College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at John Patterson, P.A. in Searcy, AR

Practice Areas Explained

John Elmo Patterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Elmo Patterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

John Elmo Patterson is one of 31,253 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.

John Elmo Patterson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arkansas →

Civil Litigation

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Aviation Law

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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 Searcy 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 John Elmo Patterson

Where is John Elmo Patterson's law office located?
John Elmo Patterson's law practice is located in Searcy, Arkansas. The firm is John Patterson P A. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Elmo Patterson handle?
John Elmo Patterson focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, litigation, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has John Elmo Patterson practiced law?
John Elmo Patterson has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John Elmo Patterson go to law school?
John Elmo Patterson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Economics, 1975).
How can I contact John Elmo Patterson for a consultation?
You can contact John Elmo Patterson 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 John Elmo Patterson received?
John Elmo Patterson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1978
B.A. Economics
Hendrix College
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Arkansas U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978

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