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John Butler

John Butler

 
  • Family Law, Divorce, Juvenile Law
  • Arkansas
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Lawyer Rating and Reviews
Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
Ethics and Professionalism
5.0/5.0
Dustin A. Duke
Dustin A. Duke July 8, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
John is a good worker. He is attentive to his clients and to the law. He stays current on developments in his area of practice. He has a good report with other attorneys and the court. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

John and I work in the same law firm. He joined the firm earlier this year.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

John and I have worked on cases together involving the same client.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
From March 2020 to present.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

John is very diligent when it comes to preparing his cases. He is good about keeping his clients informed.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

John keeps up with the law and continuously provides the office with updates on his area of expertise (family law).

Legal Analysis: Excellent

John is good at preparing cases, applying law to facts. He keeps up with current issues in his area of expertise (family law).

Communication Skills: Excellent

John is excellent at contacting his clients and keeping them informed of their case and the legal process.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

John is very ethical and follows Arkansas's rules of professional conduct.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Family Law
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Legal Research
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
John is a good team player and is dedicated to his clients and cases.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Stewart Whaley
Stewart Whaley June 10, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
I would not hesitate to refer clients to John before and since he's joined our firm. He is effective and responsive - traits that are appreciated but less common than they should be. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

John recently joined the law firm.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Opposing Client

Opposing counsel in domestic relations cases

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
We currently (June 2020) work at the same. John has been here a couple of months
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

He is very knowledgeable and stays up-to-date on the latest changes in the law. He is aggressive and effective in and out of the courtroom.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

John has extensive knowledge in domestic relations and other practice areas. He is a great resource.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

John is a great resource for reviewing, breaking down and developing strategies for running cases.

Communication Skills: Excellent

John is great at in-office, client and court communication. More lawyers should have all 3 of those skills.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Very professional, responsive to clients and willing to work with other attorneys rather than 'escalate first, negotiate second.'

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Family Law, Divorce, Juvenile Law
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Legal Research
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Problem Solving
  • Project Management
  • Trials
  • Use of Technology
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Charlie Cunningham
Charlie Cunningham June 9, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
This lawyer deserves a full rating because he exemplifies the qualities of an effective and caring advocate View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Other

We have had cases as opposing counsel previously and recently began working together.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case
  • Opposing Client

I have worked as opposing counsel on cases and as co-counsel

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2018-2020
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

John knows what to expect from certain judges, particularly Saline County judges and their preferences

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

He is a good advocate and cares genuinely for the welfare of those he represents

Legal Analysis: Excellent

He is able to walk a layman through the law in a what that is simple and easy to understand

Communication Skills: Excellent

He is able to walk a layman through the law in a what that is simple and easy to understand

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

I have no reason to doubt Mr. Butler's professional character.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Family law, divorce, DHS cases, custody cases, adoptions, and guardianships
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Document Review
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
  • Use of Technology
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes