Atty. William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II

Atty. William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II

Recipient, Arkansas Bar Association Outstanding Lawyer-Citizen Award, 1999-2000. Adjunct Professor, University of Arkansas School of Law, 1982-1983 and 2002.

Fayetteville Fayetteville 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II at a glance

William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II is a Managing Partner based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, practicing at Davis Butt Taylor Clark Plc. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1975), U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Supreme Court (1979), and Arkansas (1981). Educated at George Washington University, National Law Center (J.D., 1975) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1996-1997, Washington County Bar Association. Serands clients in Fayetteville, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Recipient, Arkansas Bar Association Outstanding Lawyer-Citizen Award, 1999-2000
  • Adjunct Professor, University of Arkansas School of Law, 1982-1983 and 2002
  • Emeritus, American Inns of Court
  • President, Northwest Arkansas Estate Planning Council, 2005-2007

Practice Areas Explained

William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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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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Tax Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Fayetteville 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 William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II

Where is William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II's law office located?
William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II's law practice is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The firm is Davis Butt Taylor Clark Plc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II handle?
William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II focuses on estate planning, business, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II practiced law?
William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II go to law school?
William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II received?
William Jackson 'Jack' Butt II's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University, National Law Center
- 1975
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979
Arkansas
Admitted: 1981

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