Atty. John Erik Baureis

Atty. John Erik Baureis

John Erik Baureis is a lifelong resident of Arkansas. He was born and raised in Jonesboro and then attended the University of Arkansas where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in both Communication and Philosophy.

Fayetteville Fayetteville 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About John Erik Baureis at a glance

John Erik Baureis is a Partner based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, practicing at Miller, Butler, Schneider, Pawlik & Rozzell, PLLC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, immigration, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Arkansas United States District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas United States District Co (2005). Educated at University of Arkansas School of Law (J.D., 2005) and University of Arkansas (B.A. Philosophy, 2002). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Arkansas Bar Association Washington County Bar Association Benton County Bar Association Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Fayetteville, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Erik Baureis is a lifelong resident of Arkansas
  • He was born and raised in Jonesboro and then attended the University of Arkansas where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in both Communication and Philosophy
  • He furthered his education in Fayetteville, earning a Juris Doctor in 2005
  • After being admitted to the Arkansas Bar in 2005, John began working as an Assistant Attorney General in Little Rock and as a Special Deputy Prosecuting Attorney throughout Arkansas
  • He has prosecuted and settled numerous instances of abuse and neglect in nursing homes throughout Arkansas
  • He assisted in drafting new legislation for the Arkansas Abuse of Adults Act in 2006 and served on the Attorney General’s Legislative Team monitoring the Public Health Committee in 2007
  • In 2010, John moved back to Northwest Arkansas
  • Having a passion for serving the underprivileged, John began serving part-time as a Northwest Arkansas Conflicts Attorney for the Arkansas Public Defender Commission
  • In this role, John handled hundreds of felony matters in various counties throughout Arkansas, gaining valuable experience for successfully defending clients
  • John works in the firm’s Fayetteville office, on the square, and focuses his practice in the areas of criminal defense and immigration
  • When John is not fighting for his clients, he enjoys anything razorback, golf and deer season

Honors

Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2015 Professional Affiliations: • Arkansas Bar Association • Washington County Bar Association • Benton County Bar Association • Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Practice Areas Explained

John Erik Baureis's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Immigration Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Fayetteville 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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Where is John Erik Baureis's law office located?
John Erik Baureis's law practice is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The firm is Miller, Butler, Schneider, Pawlik & Rozzell, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Erik Baureis handle?
John Erik Baureis focuses on criminal defense, immigration, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has John Erik Baureis practiced law?
John Erik Baureis has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did John Erik Baureis go to law school?
John Erik Baureis earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. Philosophy, 2002).
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What awards or recognition has John Erik Baureis received?
John Erik Baureis's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas School of Law
- 2005
B.A. Philosophy
University of Arkansas
- 2002

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Arkansas United States District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas United States District Co
Admitted: 2005

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