Atty. Rita S. Looney

Atty. Rita S. Looney

Rita S. Looney is a lawyer practicing personal injury, business litigation, adoption law and 1 other area of law.

Little Rock Little Rock 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Rita S. Looney at a glance

Rita S. Looney is a personal injury, business, adoption, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Little Rock, Arkansas. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas (1986), U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1990). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1985) and Ouachita Baptist University (B.S.E., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Little Rock, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Rita S. Looney is a lawyer practicing personal injury, business litigation, adoption law and 1 other area of law
  • Rita received a B.S.E. degree from Ouachita Baptist University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Rita practices in Little Rock, AR

Practice Areas Explained

Rita S. Looney's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Rita S. Looney is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arkansas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Rita S. Looney is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arkansas →

Adoption

Rita S. Looney is one of 15,997 adoption attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adoption attorneys in Arkansas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Rita S. Looney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arkansas →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Rita S. Looney is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Little Rock 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 Rita S. Looney

Where is Rita S. Looney's law office located?
Rita S. Looney's law practice is located in Little Rock, Arkansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rita S. Looney handle?
Rita S. Looney focuses on personal injury, business, adoption, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has Rita S. Looney practiced law?
Rita S. Looney has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Rita S. Looney go to law school?
Rita S. Looney earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S.E., 1982).
How can I contact Rita S. Looney for a consultation?
You can contact Rita S. Looney 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 Rita S. Looney received?
Rita S. Looney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1985
B.S.E.
Ouachita Baptist University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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