Atty. Steve Niswanger

Atty. Steve Niswanger

He is the owner of the firm and has about 20 years experience in business and general litigation and transactions, with an emphasis in contracts, real estate, business torts, partner disputes, debtor/creditor issues, trade secrets, and construction. He has been recognized as one of the leading attorneys in the Southeastern U.S.

Little Rock Little Rock 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Steve Niswanger at a glance

Steve Niswanger is an Owner based in Little Rock, Arkansas, practicing at Niswanger Law Firm Plc. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, breach of contract, and construction. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1996). Educated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock (J.D., 1995) and Duke University (B.A. English, 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Member of the Pulaski County, Arkansas, and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Little Rock, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • He is the owner of the firm and has about 20 years experience in business and general litigation and transactions, with an emphasis in contracts, real estate, business torts, partner disputes, debtor/creditor issues, trade secrets, and construction
  • He has been recognized as one of the leading attorneys in the Southeastern U.S
  • In addition, he received the 2015 Award for Arkansas Corporate Litigation from Corporate International magazine
  • Mr. Niswanger has spoken at numerous seminars on the topics of collections, construction liens and disputes, and bankruptcy
  • He is a member of the American, Arkansas, and Pulaski County Bar Associations
  • He received his B.A. degrees in English and Public Policy from Duke University, cum laude, in 1991
  • and a J.D. degree with high honors in 1995 from U.A.L.R
  • Law School, where he was an associate editor of the law journal
  • He was admitted to practice in Arkansas in 1996
  • He is an alumnus of Greater Little Rock Leadership and the past Lt. Governor of Division 21 of the Kiwanis International Mo-Ark District
  • He is the past president of the Downtown Little Rock Kiwanis Club, which supports Camp Pfiefier, a charitable institution dedicated to improving the lives of Arkansas' at-risk 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders in Central Arkansas
  • He also served on the Board of Youth Home, Inc., which is a charitable institution dedicated to helping Arkansas' most emotionally troubled adolescents and families become healthier contributing members of the community

Practice Areas Explained

Steve Niswanger's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Breach of Contract

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Construction 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 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 Steve Niswanger

Where is Steve Niswanger's law office located?
Steve Niswanger's law practice is located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The firm is Niswanger Law Firm Plc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steve Niswanger handle?
Steve Niswanger focuses on contracts, business, real estate, breach of contract, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has Steve Niswanger practiced law?
Steve Niswanger has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Steve Niswanger go to law school?
Steve Niswanger earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. English, 1991).
How can I contact Steve Niswanger for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steve Niswanger received?
Steve Niswanger's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
- 1995
B.A. English
Duke University
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1996

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