Atty. Ron Fields
Prosecuting Attorney, Twelfth Judicial Circuit, State of Arkansas, 1979-1996. Attorney General of Arkansas, 1990.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Fort Smith, AR · 51+ Years Experience
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About Ron Fields at a Glance
Ron Fields is a Member based in Fort Smith, Arkansas, practicing at Chronister Fields And Flake Pllc. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1979), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas (1997). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1975) and Arkansas Tech University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Fort Smith, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ron Fields
- Prosecuting Attorney, Twelfth Judicial Circuit, State of Arkansas, 1979-1996
- Attorney General of Arkansas, 1990
Practice Areas Explained
Ron Fields's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ron Fields handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Smith.
Medical Malpractice in Fort Smith
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Fort Smith
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.
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Criminal Defense in Fort Smith
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Smith
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 Fort Smith 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.
Fort Smith Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Smith-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fort Smith Choose Ron Fields
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ron Fields's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ron Fields brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Arkansas, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, and U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas, Ron Fields can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense, Ron Fields can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Smith
A Fort Smith-based practice means Ron Fields attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Ron Fields Handles in Fort Smith
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ron Fields has experience with under Arkansas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Ron Fields directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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