Dustin McDaniel, Government Attorney in Little Rock, Arkansas
Little Rock, AR
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Dustin McDaniel is an attorney based in Little Rock, ARKANSAS. The practice focuses on Government.
- Based in
- Little Rock, ARKANSAS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Government
- Handles Government matters from Little Rock, ARKANSAS.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Government Relations Practice (Little Rock) (2025).
About Dustin McDaniel: Dustin McDaniel is an attorney based in Little Rock, ARKANSAS. The practice focuses on Government.
Areas of practice
Dustin's practice areas in Little Rock
Dustin concentrates on government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dustin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Government cases in Little Rock, Arkansas
Dustin takes government matters in Little Rock, Arkansas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dustin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Dustin McDaniel, government attorney serving Little Rock
Dustin McDaniel is an attorney based in Little Rock, ARKANSAS. The practice focuses on Government. Dustin works from Little Rock, Arkansas and takes on government matters across the region.
Dustin McDaniel is a founding partner of the Little Rock law firm McDaniel Wolff, PLLC. Dustin is licensed in Arkansas and Washington, D.C. and works with some of America’s largest corporations and law firms to assist with state attorneys general from both parties. From 2007-2015, Dustin served as Arkansas’s 55th Attorney General and served as a Member of the Arkansas House of Representatives before being elected AG. As AG, Dustin served as the Southern Region Chairman of the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) (2009-2011), Co-Chair of the NAAG Tobacco Project (2009-2011), and Co-Chair of the NAAG Energy and the Environment Committee (2013-2014.) Dustin Co-Chaired the Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA) from 2009 – 2011, and he currently serves as the National Co-Chair of the Society of Attorneys General Emeritus (SAGE).
Today, Dustin helps clients manage AG investigations, consumer protection and administrative law issues, multistate litigation, antitrust, tobacco, gaming, Medicaid fraud, digital privacy laws and more. McDaniel Wolff, PLLC has one of the most diverse boutique state attorney general practices in the nation. State AG matters must be handled carefully, and they require strategies and solutions that serve not only the clients, but the public and the states as well.
Dustin is active in a number of professional, public service and charitable organizations. Dustin graduated cum laude from the William H. Bowen University of Arkansas at Little Rock School of Law, where he now serves on the Dean’s Advisory Council and as an Adjunct Professor of Law. He is a graduate of the Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas and served on the National Board of Directors for the University of Arkansas Alumni Association.
Dustin and his wife Bobbi have three children. Bobbi is the Director of Development at Camp Aldersgate, which has served special needs individuals in Arkansas since 1947.
Working with Dustin on a government matter
Dustin McDaniel is a founding partner of the Little Rock law firm McDaniel Wolff, PLLC. Dustin is licensed in Arkansas and Washington, D.C. and works with some of America’s largest corporations and law firms to assist with state attorneys general from both parties. From 2007-2015, Dustin served as Arkansas’s 55th Attorney General and served as a Member of the Arkansas House of Representatives…
Clients Dustin works with
Dustin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for government matters in Little Rock and the surrounding Arkansas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Dustin studied and practices
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
J.D. · 1999
Dustin studied at J.D. in University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
Law school and academic background
Dustin completed J.D. in University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dustin runs in Arkansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Dustin's legal honors and published work
Dustin has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Government Relations Practice (Little Rock)
2025
Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Government Relations Practice (Little Rock) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026).
Locations
Dustin McDaniel's office in Little Rock
Dustin's primary office is at 1307 W. 4th Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Dustin McDaniel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new government attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dustin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dustin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dustin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dustin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a government attorney in Little Rock, Arkansas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many government matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dustin
Dustin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in government practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every government matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dustin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dustin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many government practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dustin McDaniel
How much does it cost to hire Dustin for a government case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dustin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dustin offer a free consultation?
Dustin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dustin's office. Some government attorneys offer free consults — check Dustin's current terms during booking.
How long do government cases in Arkansas typically take?
Simple government matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dustin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dustin take my case if I'm outside Little Rock?
Dustin is licensed in Arkansas. Matters governed by Arkansas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dustin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Dustin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dustin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dustin accepting new government clients right now?
Dustin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Government attorneys serving Little Rock, Fayetteville and Bentonville in Arkansas
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