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By Meredith Lowry, Wright Lindsey Jennings, Chair, ArkBar AI Task Force ArkBar’s AI Task Force is committed to keeping members informed and prepared as technology evolves. As generative artificial intelligence becomes more commonly used in business and legal practice, attorneys ...

Arkansas Bar Association Launches “Legal Luminaries—Lighting the Path” Series First Event Features Hall of Fame Honoree David Blair of Batesville December 11, 2025 | 5:30 p.m. Arkansas Civics Education Center | Justice Building, Little Rock The Arkansas Bar Association and the Administrative ...

The Arkansas Bar Association (ArkBar) is pleased to announce Tim Cullen as the new President-Elect Designee. Cullen, of Fayetteville, was elected without opposition at the close of nominations on October 6, 2025. He will begin his one-year term as President-Elect in June 2026 and will assume the office ...

Security Alert: Phishing/Malware Attempt Reported We’ve been notified of a sophisticated phishing/malware attempt targeting members. The scam begins with what appears to be a legitimate DocuSign link . When clicked, it opens a mocked-up DocuSign document claiming to be from the Arkansas Bar Association. ...

ArkBar is proud to sponsor annual orientation receptions at both the University of Arkansas School of Law in Fayetteville and the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law — giving first-year students the chance to connect with attorneys, judges, and bar leaders as they begin their legal journey. ...

The Arkansas Bar Association’s Board of Trustees is meeting today in El Dorado for its first quarterly meeting of the new bar year, led by ArkBar President Jamie Huffman Jones. Trustees are gathering to discuss upcoming initiatives, share updates from committees, and continue the work of advancing the ...

The Summer issue of The Arkansas Lawyer is now available! This issue features ArkBar’s new president, Jamie Jones Walsworth, and her theme for the year: The Power of Connection. Learn how she plans to strengthen ties within the profession, foster civility, and create new opportunities for members ...

Here is an article that came to the attention of the Ark Bar AI Task Force recently, and we thought you might find it interesting / informative. There are many benefits that come from the proper use of AI, but the improper use can lead to BIG problems. Be aware! Trial Court Decides Case ...

Proposed Rule Changes & Administrative Order on Artificial Intelligence The Arkansas Supreme Court issued two important per curiam orders addressing the evolving impact of artificial intelligence on the legal profession. Members are encouraged to submit comments by August 1. Proposed Amendment ...

Wills for Heroes – Free Legal Services for First Responders Virtual Event | May 31, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. The Arkansas Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section and SimpleWill are proud to host the upcoming Wills for Heroes event—a free community service project providing essential ...