Kathy McCarroll, Business Attorney in Little Rock, Arkansas
focused on Business, Insurance, and Litigation
Little Rock, AR
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Kathy McCarroll is an attorney based in Little Rock, ARKANSAS. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.
- Based in
- Little Rock, ARKANSAS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Business, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Little Rock, ARKANSAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Kathy McCarroll: Kathy McCarroll is an attorney based in Little Rock, ARKANSAS. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kathy takes on
Kathy concentrates on business, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Business cases in Little Rock, Arkansas
Kathy takes business 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Little Rock, Arkansas
Kathy takes insurance 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Little Rock, Arkansas
Kathy takes litigation 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 Kathy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kathy McCarroll — business lawyer in Little Rock
Kathy McCarroll is an attorney based in Little Rock, ARKANSAS. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.
Kathy McCarroll joined the firm in 2014 as a member of the Litigation Group. Her practice focuses on business litigation, personal injury defense, railroad law, products liability defense and appellate advocacy. In 2019, Mid-South Super Lawyers listed Kathy as a “Rising Star.” Prior to law school, Kathy enjoyed a successful career in communications with an emphasis on speechwriting. Kathy got her start in speechwriting while working on a U.S. presidential campaign. She later became the speechwriter for a prominent Washington, D.C.-based think tank. Since then, Kathy has worked across federal and state government, including serving as a speechwriter in The White House Office of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs and as a communications specialist for the Arkansas Attorney General. Most recently, Kathy worked as a public affairs specialist for a Little Rock advertising agency, utilizing her writing skills to achieve marketing solutions for clients across both the private and public sectors. Kathy graduated summa cum laude from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Bowen School of Law in 2014. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Wellesley College in 2003. In the 2021 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, she was named "One to Watch."
Working with Kathy on a business matter
Kathy McCarroll joined the firm in 2014 as a member of the Litigation Group. Her practice focuses on business litigation, personal injury defense, railroad law, products liability defense and appellate advocacy. In 2019, Mid-South Super Lawyers listed Kathy as a “Rising Star.” Prior to law school, Kathy enjoyed a successful career in communications with an emphasis on speechwriting. Kathy got her…
Who Kathy represents
Kathy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and litigation matters in Little Rock and the surrounding Arkansas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
JD · 2014
Wellesley College
B.A. · 2003
Jurisdictions
Kathy's state bar admissions
Arkansas, Arkansas
ACTIVE
Kathy studied at JD in University of Arkansas at Little Rock and B.A. in Wellesley College.
Law school and academic background
Kathy completed JD in University of Arkansas at Little Rock and B.A. in Wellesley College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathy runs in Arkansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Kathy has received 29 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2024 for work in:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026). Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2024 for work in: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice - 2024 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2024 (2026).
Locations
Kathy McCarroll's office in Little Rock
Kathy's primary office is at 400 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 2000, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201-3493. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kathy McCarroll — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathy'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; Kathy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Little Rock, Arkansas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Kathy
Kathy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Kathy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kathy McCarroll
How much does it cost to hire Kathy for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathy offer a free consultation?
Kathy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathy's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kathy's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Arkansas typically take?
Simple business 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. Kathy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathy take my case if I'm outside Little Rock?
Kathy 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 — Kathy 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 Kathy?
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. Kathy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathy accepting new business clients right now?
Kathy'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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