Cathy S. Norwood, Criminal Defense Attorney in Springdale, Arkansas
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and DV Defense · 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratNorwood Norwood P A
Springdale, AR
Practicing criminal defense in Springdale since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 3.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Cathy S. Norwood is a managing partner based in Springdale, AR. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and DV Defense. Cathy has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Norwood Norwood P A. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Springdale, AR
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI · DV Defense
- Handles Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and DV Defense matters from Springdale, AR.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cathy S. Norwood: Cathy S. Norwood is a managing partner based in Springdale, AR. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and DV Defense. Cathy has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Norwood Norwood P A. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Cathy takes on
Cathy concentrates on criminal defense, dui/dwi, dv defense, and expungement. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cathy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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DUI/DWI
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DV Defense
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Criminal Defense cases in Springdale, Arkansas
Cathy takes criminal defense matters in Springdale, 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 Cathy agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Springdale, Arkansas
Cathy takes dui/dwi matters in Springdale, 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 Cathy agrees to represent you.
DV Defense cases in Springdale, Arkansas
Cathy takes dv defense matters in Springdale, 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 Cathy agrees to represent you.
Expungement cases in Springdale, Arkansas
Cathy takes expungement matters in Springdale, 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 Cathy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Cathy S. Norwood — criminal defense lawyer in Springdale
Cathy S. Norwood is a managing partner based in Springdale, AR. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and DV Defense. Cathy has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Norwood Norwood P A. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Cathy Norwood is the managing partner and a litigation attorney at Norwood & Norwood, P.A. She has successfully negotiated with the prosecutor’s offices in Northwest Arkansas for thousands of charges to be dismissed and kept off people’s records. She battles for no jail time for each and every one of her clients.
Through more than 25 years of working with thousands of people charged with serious crimes, Cathy has developed a keen understanding of the potentially far-reaching impact that being charged with a crime has on a person’s life. She has dedicated her career to fighting for those who face the life-changing consequences of a criminal conviction. She is one of Northwest Arkansas’s most experienced lawyers in the area of DWI and criminal defense law, having represented many thousands of clients.
Cathy earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas. Her first career was in the computer sciences. After marrying Doug Norwood, she decided to go to law school. Cathy joined Norwood & Norwood, P.A. in 1995 upon receipt of her law degree from the University of Arkansas. She is a member of the Washington County Bar Association, the Benton County Bar Association, the Arkansas Bar, and the Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Cathy's approach to criminal defense cases
Cathy Norwood is the managing partner and a litigation attorney at Norwood & Norwood, P.A. She has successfully negotiated with the prosecutor’s offices in Northwest Arkansas for thousands of charges to be dismissed and kept off people’s records. She battles for no jail time for each and every one of her clients. Through more than 25 years of working with thousands of people charged with serious…
Clients Cathy works with
Cathy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, dui/dwi, and dv defense matters in Springdale and the surrounding Arkansas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Leflar Law Center
J.D. · 1995
Jurisdictions
Cathy's state bar admissions
Arkansas
1995 · ACTIVE
Cathy studied at J.D. in University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Leflar Law Center.
Law school and academic background
Cathy completed J.D. in University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Leflar Law Center. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cathy runs in Arkansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Cathy S. Norwood's office in Springdale
Cathy's primary office is at 628 E Henri De Tonti Blvd, Springdale, AR, 72762. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Cathy S. Norwood — 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Cathy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing criminal defense attorneys in Springdale.
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How to hire Cathy S. Norwood — 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 Cathy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cathy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cathy'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; Cathy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Springdale, 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 Cathy
Cathy 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. Cathy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cathy'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 Cathy S. Norwood
How much does it cost to hire Cathy for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cathy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cathy offer a free consultation?
Cathy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cathy's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Cathy'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. Cathy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cathy take my case if I'm outside Springdale?
Cathy 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 — Cathy 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 Cathy?
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. Cathy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cathy accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Cathy'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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