Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard PLLC in US

Overview

Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, P.L.L.C. is a full-service law firm with Arkansas roots and national reach. For 70 years, we have delivered sophisticated legal counsel to individuals, entities and corporations for everything from day-to-day business needs to the most complex, specialized corporate matters. From offices in Little Rock, Rogers and Jonesboro, Arkansas and Austin, Texas, we leverage the power of experience for our valued clients.

Our firm brings together decades of diverse professional experience and extensive relationships to offer clients in Arkansas and across the United States the most comprehensive legal services and solutions possible. The firm strives to foster personalized, one-on-one lawyer-client relationships while at the same time emphasizing the team approach to solving complex legal problems.

Many of the attorneys at Mitchell Williams joined the firm with established and distinguished careers in government, business and law. From working in the public sector as department heads, staff attorneys or general counsel to various state and federal agencies, to serving as in-house counsel for major corporations, the attorneys at Mitchell Williams provide first-hand experience to help clients meet the complex business needs required to succeed in today’s challenging economic climate.

For more information visit MitchellWilliamsLaw.com.

Founded:

1954

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Best Lawyers Recognized:

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Regional

Austin

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Austin

Insurance Law

Fayetteville

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Fayetteville

Banking and Finance Law

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Fayetteville

Commercial Litigation

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Fayetteville

Employment Law - Management

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Fayetteville

Insurance Law

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Fayetteville

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Firm Leadership

Highlighted Client Comments

These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.

Insurance Law

The firm has strong relationships and a high degree of expertise in the insurance regulatory arena. The firm's attorneys are very professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with. They provide excellent advice and counsel, and I would recommend them to others.

Utilities Law

Mitchell Williams is a great law firm. They have the expertise we need in all areas of law. I would highly recommend them.

Don Crabbe

President/CEO – First Electric Cooperative Corp.

Rankings

Regional

Austin

Tier

Austin

Insurance Law

Fayetteville

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Fayetteville

Banking and Finance Law

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Fayetteville

Commercial Litigation

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Fayetteville

Employment Law - Management

Tier

Fayetteville

Insurance Law

Tier

Fayetteville

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Tier

Fayetteville

Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

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Fayetteville

Tax Law

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Fayetteville

Trusts and Estates

Tier

Fayetteville

Litigation - Insurance

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Fayetteville

Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

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Fayetteville

Real Estate Law

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Fayetteville

Corporate Law

Little Rock

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Little Rock

Administrative / Regulatory Law

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Little Rock

Banking and Finance Law

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Little Rock

Commercial Finance Law

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Little Rock

Commercial Litigation

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Little Rock

Corporate Law

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Little Rock

Environmental Law

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Little Rock

Insurance Law

Tier

Little Rock

Litigation - Environmental

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Little Rock

Litigation - Health Care

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Little Rock

Litigation - Labor and Employment

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Little Rock

Litigation and Controversy - Tax

Tier

Little Rock

Mergers and Acquisitions Law

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Little Rock

Real Estate Law

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Little Rock

Securities / Capital Markets Law

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Little Rock

Securities Regulation

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Little Rock

Tax Law

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Little Rock

Appellate Practice

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Little Rock

Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

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Little Rock

Government Relations Practice

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Little Rock

Health Care Law

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Little Rock

Litigation - Real Estate

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Little Rock

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

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Little Rock

Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

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Little Rock

Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

Tier

Little Rock

Project Finance Law

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Little Rock

Trusts and Estates

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Little Rock

Water Law

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Little Rock

Energy Law

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Little Rock

Land Use and Zoning Law

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Little Rock

Public Finance Law

Practice Areas

Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard PLLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 33 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.

Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:

Administrative / Regulatory Law
Agriculture Law
Appellate Practice
Banking and Finance Law
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Commercial Finance Law
Commercial Litigation
Construction Law
Copyright Law
Corporate Compliance Law
Corporate Governance and Compliance Law
Corporate Law
Economic Development Law
Education Law
Employment Law - Management
Energy Law
Energy Regulatory Law
Environmental Law
Financial Services Regulation Law
General Corporate
Government Relations Practice
Health Care Law
Insurance Law
Intellectual Property Law
Labor and Employment Law - Management
Litigation - Banking and Finance
Litigation - Bankruptcy
Litigation - Environmental
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Litigation - Real Estate
Litigation - Securities
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Mergers & Acquisitions
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Municipal Law
Natural Resources Law
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Privacy and Data Security Law
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Project Finance Law
Real Estate Law
Securities / Capital Markets Law
Securities Regulation
Trademark Law
Trusts and Estates
Water Law

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^®

Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard PLLC proudly has 39 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America^®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.

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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.

Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.

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