Atty. William Ernest Bishop

Atty. William Ernest Bishop

William Ernest Bishop is a lawyer practicing taxation law, wills, corporate law and 8 other areas of law. William received a B.S.P.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Little Rock Little Rock 52 yrs experience 52 year
Call (501) 451-7581 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William Ernest Bishop at a glance

William Ernest Bishop is an Of Counsel based in Little Rock, Arkansas, practicing at The Barber Law Firm Pllc. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wills, estate planning, employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1974) and Arkansas (1976). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1974) and University of Arkansas (B.S.P.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pulaski County, Arkansas and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Little Rock, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Ernest Bishop is a lawyer practicing taxation law, wills, corporate law and 8 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S.P.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • William practices at The Barber Law Firm PLLC in Little Rock, AR

Practice Areas Explained

William Ernest Bishop's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

William Ernest Bishop is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Arkansas →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William Ernest Bishop is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Arkansas →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

William Ernest Bishop is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Arkansas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

William Ernest Bishop is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arkansas →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

William Ernest Bishop is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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.

Looking for additional Arkansas attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Little Rock or all attorneys in Arkansas.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Ernest Bishop

Where is William Ernest Bishop's law office located?
William Ernest Bishop's law practice is located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The firm is The Barber Law Firm Pllc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Ernest Bishop handle?
William Ernest Bishop focuses on wills, estate planning, employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has William Ernest Bishop practiced law?
William Ernest Bishop has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William Ernest Bishop go to law school?
William Ernest Bishop earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1974); (B.S.P.A., 1970).
How can I contact William Ernest Bishop for a consultation?
You can contact William Ernest Bishop 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 William Ernest Bishop received?
William Ernest Bishop's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1974
B.S.P.A.
University of Arkansas
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1974
Arkansas
Admitted: 1976

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.