Schnipper Britton & Stobaugh

Schnipper, Britton & Stobaugh represents an unparalleled legacy of legal excellence and institutional stability, standing as the second-oldest law firm in Arkansas. Founded in 1875 by James Bussey Wood and George Washington Murphy, this venerable institution has maintained continuous practice through nearly 150 years of American history, serving Hot Springs and the broader Arkansas community with unwavering commitment to legal excellence. The firm's longevity is extraordinary—few law firms anywhere can claim over a century and a half of continuous operation, and this achievement speaks volumes about the quality of their work and the trust they have earned from generations of clients. This institutional stability provides clients with confidence in firm continuity, established relationships with courts and opposing counsel, and deep knowledge of Arkansas law refined through successive generations of practitioners. With four attorneys bringing more than 100 years of combined experience, Schnipper, Britton & Stobaugh combines the wisdom that comes from long institutional history with contemporary legal expertise. Two of their partners have earned the prestigious AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, recognizing them for the highest ethical standards and professional ability. While the firm's practice encompasses a broad range of legal services including real estate, probate, business law, and personal injury litigation, their family law practice benefits from the perspective that comes from handling comprehensive legal matters for families over many decades. This exposure to various aspects of family financial planning, business succession, and estate matters enriches their family law representation. The firm's 150-year history reflects commitment to Hot Springs and the surrounding community, and their involvement in diverse practice areas demonstrates the kind of comprehensive legal knowledge that becomes invaluable in complex family law matters involving business assets, real estate, and estate planning considerations. For Arkansas families and individuals seeking representation from a firm with unmatched historical credibility, proven excellence across multiple legal disciplines, and demonstrated commitment to Hot Springs and the region, Schnipper, Britton & Stobaugh offers the confidence that comes from nearly 150 years of consistent legal excellence.