J. Blake Hendrix, Criminal Defense Attorney in Little Rock, Arkansas
focused on Criminal Defense and White Collar
Little Rock, AR
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J. Blake Hendrix is an attorney based in Little Rock, ARKANSAS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and White Collar.
- Based in
- Little Rock, ARKANSAS
- Experience
- attorney
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- Criminal Defense · White Collar
- Handles Criminal Defense and White Collar matters from Little Rock, ARKANSAS.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock) (2025).
About J. Blake Hendrix: J. Blake Hendrix is an attorney based in Little Rock, ARKANSAS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and White Collar.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by J. Blake Hendrix
J. concentrates on criminal defense and white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case J. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Little Rock, Arkansas
J. takes criminal defense 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 J. agrees to represent you.
White Collar cases in Little Rock, Arkansas
J. takes white collar 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 J. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About J. Blake Hendrix — Attorney of Arkansas criminal defense experience
J. Blake Hendrix is an attorney based in Little Rock, ARKANSAS. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and White Collar.
Mr. Hendrix has practiced law for twenty-five years, specializing in complex criminal litigation that includes white collar, public corruption, and death penalty cases. He has served as the Chair of the Criminal Law Section of the Arkansas Bar, where he founded subcommittees for Indigent Defense and Death Penalty Oversight, and presently serves on the Arkansas Bar’s Editorial Board and Joint Task Force on Time Standards. He is past Vice-President and Editor-in-Chief of the Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Mr. Hendrix was involved in representing numerous individuals during the Whitewater Investigation of the President and First Lady, and his clients have included politicians and judges, as well as members of the Secret Service and Department of Justice. He became involved in death penalty litigation in 1991 when he successfully defended the first of his numerous capital clients from the death penalty. Mr. Hendrix has been involved in post-conviction litigation that has resulted in two inmates being removed from Arkansas’ Death Row and represented one of the "West Memphis 3" who were recently released from prison.
How J. handles criminal defense matters
Mr. Hendrix has practiced law for twenty-five years, specializing in complex criminal litigation that includes white collar, public corruption, and death penalty cases. He has served as the Chair of the Criminal Law Section of the Arkansas Bar, where he founded subcommittees for Indigent Defense and Death Penalty Oversight, and presently serves on the Arkansas Bar’s Editorial Board and Joint Task…
Who J. represents
J. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense and white collar matters in Little Rock and the surrounding Arkansas area.
Credentials
J. Blake Hendrix's legal education and bar admissions
University of Arkansas
— · 1986
J. studied at — in University of Arkansas.
Law school and academic background
J. completed — in University of Arkansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice J. runs in Arkansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of J. Blake Hendrix
J. has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Little Rock)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock)
2023
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock)
2016
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Little Rock)
2015
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Little Rock) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Little Rock) (2016). Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: General Practice (Little Rock) (2015).
Locations
J. Blake Hendrix's office in Little Rock
J.'s primary office is at 3700 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire J. Blake Hendrix — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with J. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
J. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain J.'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; J. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Little Rock, Arkansas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 J.
J. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. J. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
J.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about J. Blake Hendrix
How much does it cost to hire J. for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. J. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does J. offer a free consultation?
J. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain J.'s office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check J.'s current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Arkansas typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. J. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can J. take my case if I'm outside Little Rock?
J. 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 — J. 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 J.?
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. J. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is J. accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
J.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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