Legal Education in Arkansas
Law schools, paralegal programs, certifications, bar exam resources, and continuing education in Arkansas.
Law Schools
ABA-accredited JD programs in Arkansas
University of Arkansas School of Law
Arkansas's flagship law school in the Robert A. Leflar Law Center. Offers JD and LLM programs, recognized as one of the best values in legal education.
UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law
Located in downtown Little Rock, Bowen Law offers the only part-time law program in Arkansas. Strong clinical programs and proximity to state government.
Paralegal Programs
Accredited paralegal education and certificate programs
NorthWest Arkansas Community College — Paralegal Studies
Arkansas's only ABA-approved paralegal program since 2008. AAS degree completable in two years with day, evening, and online courses taught by local attorneys.
Arkansas Paralegal Association
Statewide professional organization affiliated with the National Federation of Paralegal Associations — education, job postings, and advocacy.
Court Reporter & Captioning Programs
Stenography, digital reporting, and real-time captioning training
Arkansas Court Reporting Academy
Training in the voice writing method of court reporting with online classes. Arkansas allows voice writers using stenomask machines.
Arkansas Board of Certified Court Reporter Examiners
State board overseeing court reporter certification, examination, and professional standards in Arkansas.
Arkansas Court Reporters Association
Professional association for court reporters in Arkansas — membership, continuing education, annual convention, and advocacy.
Mediator & ADR Certification
Alternative dispute resolution training and qualified neutral roster
Arkansas ADR Commission
Oversees mediator certification for Arkansas Circuit Courts in four categories: civil, probate, domestic relations, and juvenile. Requires training and $75 application fee.
Arkansas Certified Mediator Directory
Searchable state directory of certified mediators. Certified mediators must complete 6 hours of continuing mediation education annually.
Legal Nurse Consulting
Certification programs for RNs providing litigation support
Notary Public Certification
How to become a notary public in Arkansas
Bar Admission & Exam
Pathways to becoming a licensed attorney in Arkansas
Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
Requirements for licensed Arkansas attorneys
Arkansas Judiciary — Continuing Legal Education
Attorneys must complete 12 CLE credit hours per year (July 1 to June 30), including 1 ethics credit. Up to 12 credits may carry over.
Arkansas Bar Association — CLE FAQs
Answers to common CLE compliance questions including credit types, pro bono credit (up to 3 hours/year), and reporting procedures.
Legal Secretary & Legal Assistant Programs
Certificate and degree programs for legal support professionals
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