Stuart Cearley, Esq.
- Theodore R.
“If you are looking for an honest, trusting, ultra professional Christian attorney, you need to call my lifelong friend and classmate Stuart Cearley. Stuart is someone you can depend on as a friend or as an advocate. He has unwavering integrity and Christian values backed up by many years of experience as both a prosecutor and defense attorney. He helped us get through a very difficult time successfully and I can’t say enough good things about him!”
- Nancy S.
Why Stuart Cearley?
The Man in the Arena – Stuart served as a prosecutor in Arkansas since 1997 and has participated in over 120 jury trials, worked with over 25 different judges, has been designated a Certified Death Penalty Lawyer, and achieved the title of Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney of both Benton and Lonoke Counties. Stuart has tried every type of criminal case and has tenaciously fought for justice for thousands of victims. But not all defendants are guilty. And some that are guilty are just regular people who make mistakes. Now, Stuart brings his extensive experience in the Arkansas legal system, his grit and perseverance, and his human compassion to pursue justice for the accused.
Mission
To provide responsive, quality, tenacious representation to protect your rights and assets in a compassionate, client-focused manner.
Values
- Protect Your Rights: The practice of law is based in the preservation of individual rights. No matter the charges against you, you have rights, and Stuart will work to defend them. For family law clients, Stuart will fight to protect your hard-earned assets and make sure that you get or keep what you deserve out of this painful experience.
- Tenacity: Law, like life, is hard. Sometimes it knocks you down. A good lawyer gets back up and fights even harder. Stuart’s tenure as an attorney has taught him perseverance, and his quality of character gives him the courage to fight for justice where others would make the easy compromise. Stuart is not afraid to “spend himself in a worthy cause”. He will fight. For you.
- Quality & Responsiveness: If you choose to work with Stuart, his commitment is to deliver the quality of work expected of a lawyer with his pedigree. No matter the details of your case, you can expect the highest quality service. Your legal battle is one of the defining moments of your life. As your defense attorney, Stuart’s promise is to be available and responsive to you at any time day or night to answer questions, hear details, or simply to have someone to talk to.
Experience
- Over 25 years of experience in the Arkansas legal system.
- More than 120 jury trials.
- Former Chief Deputy Prosecutor in charge of a team of more than 20 legal professionals.
- Certified Death Penalty Lawyer
- Experience working with over 25 judges.
Credentials
- Juris Doctor (JD), University of Arkansas
- Bachelor’s Degree, University of Arkansas
Associations
- Washington County, Benton County, Crawford County, and Arkansas Bar Associations
- American College of Trial Lawyers
- Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Criminal Defense and Family Law Expertise
Stuart is an experienced lawyer in criminal defense and family law. Stuart has worked all types of legal cases. Stuart has the diligence and tenacity to fight for your rights. Stuart specializes in:
- Family Law: Adoption, Annulment, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Paternity, Pre-Nuptial Agreement.
- Criminal Defense: Assault & Battery, Burglary and Theft, DWI / DUI Defense, Extradition and Arrest Warrant, Expungement, Computer & Internet Crimes, Drug Crimes, Violent Crimes, Weapons & Gun Offenses, White Collar Crimes & Fraud, Juvenile Crimes, Murder & Homicide, Probation and Parole Violations, Sexual Assault & Rape.
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“If you are looking for an honest, trusting, ultra professional Christian attorney, you need to call my lifelong friend and classmate Stuart Cearley. Stuart is someone you can depend on as a friend or as an advocate. He has unwavering integrity and Christian values backed up by many years of experience as both a prosecutor and defense attorney. He helped us get through a very difficult time successfully and I can’t say enough good things about him!”
- Nancy S.