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Thomas W. Byarlay
Clark, Byarlay & Sparks
620 West 3rd Street
Suite 100
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (501) 376-0550 | Fax: (501) 376-7447
http://www.clarkbyarlay.com/
Helping clients find financial freedom.
Legal Topic
Government & Environment
Preferred New Clients
Bankruptcy, Social Security, and Social Security Insurance.
Sub-Categories
Social Security
- DAC (Disabled Adult Child Benefits)
- DWB (Disabled Widows and Widowers Benefits)
- Individual Disability
- SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance)
- SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
Bar Admissions
AR, Feb 1986
Bar Number: 86029
Other Court Admissions
Arkansas Supreme Court
Association Memberships
Arkansas Supreme Court, Pulaski County Bar Association, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, National Organization of Social Security, and Claimants' Representatives.
Continuing Education
I teach continuing legal education seminars on Bankruptcy Law and attend continuing legal education seminars on Bankruptcy.
Example Cases
Information coming soon.
Education
Degree:
Bachelor of Business Administration
School:
Memphis State University
City:
Memphis
State:
TN
Year:
1965
Focus and Accomplishments:
Business
Degree:
Master of Business Administration
School:
Memphis State University
City:
Memphis
State:
TN
Year:
1968
Focus and Accomplishments:
Business
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
University of Arkansas
City:
Little Rock
State:
AR
Year:
1985
Focus and Accomplishments:
General Law
Number of Attorneys
3
State Licensed In
Arkansas
Firm Focus and History
Bankruptcy, Social Security/Disability/Social Security Insurance Cases, Family Law, Criminal Defense, Small Business issues and Incorporations, Basic Law for the general population, and Personal Injury.
Established in 1989 by Andrew Clark and Thomas Byarlay as "Clark and Byarlay Law Firm." Recently added attorney O.C. "Rusty" Sparks as a partner in 2008. Firm renamed to "Clark, Byarlay and Sparks at that time.
Previous Employment Summary
I taught Marketing, Management, and Economics at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte from 1968 to 1972. I sold office products for IBM from 1972 to 1974. I sold real estate and managed at C-21 Company from 1974 to 1980. I owned a title company, Landmark Abstract and Title, from 1980 to 1985.
Activities and Awards
Top salesman for IBM in office products in June of 1974.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
The more the client knows about the law, the better he will be able to carry out the duties he is assigned by the attorney and the more he will appreciate the bankruptcy and social security process.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
We will only prepare our own documents for clients who hire our firm.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I do not coach clients unless I represent them.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I wanted a career where I could really make a difference in people's lives.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have sold office supplies as an outside sales person. I was a real estate salesman and broker for eight years. I did real estate searches and closings for a title company, which I owned. I have taught business courses for many different colleges.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I wanted to help people gain control of their financial lives.
What do you like best about your career?
I can help people in need and be a positive influence on their lives. People come to me with their financial problems, and I am able to make the law work for them.
Tell us about your law firm:
I have been in partnership with Andrew L. Clark since 1989. He is an exceptional attorney who specializes in family law, criminal defense, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy cases, personal injury and small business issues.
What are your strengths and style?
I am compassionate, patient, and I have the ability to put clients at ease. I'm not intimidating to clients, allowing a comfortable attorney-client relationship.
Personal Interests:
Ballroom dancing and contract duplicate bridge.
Office Manager/Assistant
Patti Spinner
Fax
(501) 376-7447
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays and evenings by appointment.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Additional Offices
Marianna, AR
256 S. Alabama
Marianna, AR 72360
(800) 377-0764
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Prices are set on case-by-case basis and fees. No upfront costs for Social Security/Social Security cases, fees are set by Social Security America. Personal Injury cases paid in contingency, 25% to 33% of money awarded or recovered.
Hourly Rates
$200 for cases other than bankruptcies, social security/social security insurance, and personal injury.
Free Initial Consultation?
We offer a free consultation for 15 to 30 minutes, or as needed.
Typical Retainer
No retainer for social security/social security insurance or personal injury cases. We require the filing fee and retainer for Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 Cases, based on the case. We require filing fee and full attorney fees for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
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