Department profile
Smith Hurst PLC

Corporate/Commercial

USA Guide 2026 : Arkansas


Smith Hurst PLC

Rankings

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Corporate/Commercial - Arkansas

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Smith Hurst is a boutique transactional law firm based in northwestern Arkansas that frequently acts on private offerings and M&A, drawing on additional expertise in areas such as accounting, tax and finance. The department provides support throughout the deal process, advising clients from industries such as healthcare, real estate and manufacturing. It's strength extends to advising on securities regulatory concerns.

Strengths

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  • They handle everything we need done in a timely manner. The team all seems very educated on our needs.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentUSA
  • Smith Hurst is a very respected and trusted firm that delivers guidance and answers to questions. The team meets with us regularly and is ready when we need it.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentUSA
  • The firm's commercial awareness is one of its differentiating strengths. I am never reticent about working with them, or about the quality of work received.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentUSA
  • Smith Hurst is very quick to get me what I need. The firm's strength is its attention to client needs and turnaround speed. It also has knowledge of different domains.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2James Smith
    Band 2James Smith

    James Smith

    James Smith's broad practice traverses the gamut of transactional and business advisory matters, with notable experience in tax and private equity-related matters.
    • I recommend James because he is completely thorough in all he does, as well as extremely skilled and knowledgeable. He stays on top of all current developments within the field. He is excellent, a great resource.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentUSA
    • James Smith gets things done and is very thorough in his legal opinions. He is the kind of guy you want on your side.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentUSA
  • Band 2Rebecca B Hurst
    Band 2Rebecca B Hurst

    Rebecca B Hurst

    Rebecca Hurst has a broad commercial practice, advising on strategic development and restructuring. She is based in northwestern Arkansas.

    • Hurst is a trusted partner that has years of experience in her field.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentUSA
    • Rebecca Hurst is very talented and knowledgeable. She is an incredible resource.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentUSA
    • Rebecca is very thoughtful when putting together an agreement about who it is for, so she avoids being overly litigious. She is good at being able to read the temperature of the room to figure out what's really important.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentUSA

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