Atty. John S. Stobaugh

Atty. John S. Stobaugh

Born in McGehee, Arkansas in 1988, John graduated from McGehee High School followed by earning a degree from Texas A&M University in Agricultural Economics. In 2013, he earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H.

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About John S. Stobaugh at a glance

John S. Stobaugh is a Partner based in Hot Springs, Arkansas, practicing at Schnipper Britton Stobaugh. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (2013). Educated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock (J.D., 2013) and Texas A & M University (B.S. Agricultural, 2010). Active member of Columbia County Bar Association, Past President Garland County Bar Association American Bar Association Arkansas Bar Association Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Hot Springs, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Born in McGehee, Arkansas in 1988, John graduated from McGehee High School followed by earning a degree from Texas A&M University in Agricultural Economics
  • In 2013, he earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law
  • John was admitted to the practice of law in Arkansas and joined Bell & Boyd, PLLC as an associate attorney in August 2013, where he represented clients in various legal matters including probate, estate planning, divorce, custody, adoptions, guardianships, commercial litigation, real estate transactions, and property issues
  • During his time with Bell & Boyd, PLLC, John frequently appeared before the Court in Columbia, Ouachita, Union, Lafayette, Hempstead, Dallas, Nevada Calhoun and Pulaski Counties on various issues
  • John also served as the Deputy City Attorney for Magnolia, Arkansas, where he represented the City in various municipal legal matters and prosecuted misdemeanors in the District Court of Columbia County Arkansas
  • He is the past President of the Columbia County Bar Association and a member of the Arkansas Bar Association
  • He served on the Board of Directors for the United Way of Columbia County, the Magnolia-Columbia Chamber of Commerce, the Living Water Domestic Violence Shelter, Magnolia Blossom Festival, Boys and Girls Club of Columbia County, and a member of the Magnolia Rotary Club
  • John also served as an Adjunct Professor at Southern Arkansas University where he taught Juvenile Law and Criminal Evidence and Procedure
  • John joined Schnipper, Britton & Stobaugh as an associate attorney in March 2017 and then was promoted to partner in March 2019

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Stobaugh's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Traffic Violations

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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 Hot Springs 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 S. Stobaugh

Where is John S. Stobaugh's law office located?
John S. Stobaugh's law practice is located in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The firm is Schnipper Britton Stobaugh. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Stobaugh handle?
John S. Stobaugh focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has John S. Stobaugh practiced law?
John S. Stobaugh has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did John S. Stobaugh go to law school?
John S. Stobaugh earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.S. Agricultural, 2010).
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Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
- 2013
B.S. Agricultural
Texas A & M University
- 2010

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 2013

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