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Tina Fernandes Botts, ADR Attorney in Marion, Arkansas

Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Civil Rights, and Elder Law

MemberatBotts Law Firm

Marion, AR

Practicing adr in Marion since 1992.

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Years practicing
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Tina Fernandes Botts is a member based in Marion, AR. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Elder Law. Tina has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Botts Law Firm.

Based in
Marion, AR
Experience
over 34 years
Known for
ADR · Civil Rights · Elder Law
  • Handles ADR, Civil Rights, and Elder Law matters from Marion, AR.
  • Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Tina Fernandes Botts: Tina Fernandes Botts is a member based in Marion, AR. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Elder Law. Tina has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Botts Law Firm.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Tina Fernandes Botts

Tina concentrates on adr, civil rights, elder law, estate planning, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Marion, Arkansas

Tina takes adr matters in Marion, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Marion, Arkansas

Tina takes civil rights matters in Marion, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.

Elder Law cases in Marion, Arkansas

Tina takes elder law matters in Marion, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in Marion, Arkansas

Tina takes estate planning matters in Marion, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Marion, Arkansas

Tina takes family law matters in Marion, 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 Tina agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Tina Fernandes Botts — Over 34 years of Arkansas adr experience

Tina Fernandes Botts is a member based in Marion, AR. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Elder Law. Tina has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Botts Law Firm.

Tina Fernandes Botts is a lawyer practicing probate, trusts and estates, elder law and 7 other areas of law. Tina received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Tina practices at Botts Law Firm in Marion, AR.

Tina's approach to adr cases

Tina Fernandes Botts is a lawyer practicing probate, trusts and estates, elder law and 7 other areas of law. Tina received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Tina practices at Botts Law Firm in Marion, AR.

Clients Tina works with

Tina reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, civil rights, and elder law matters in Marion and the surrounding Arkansas area.

Credentials

Tina Fernandes Botts's legal education and bar admissions

  • Rutgers University Law School

    J.D. · 1992

  • University of Maryland

    B.A. · 1988

Jurisdictions

Tina's state bar admissions

  • Arkansas

    2007 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    2005 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • Maryland

    1995 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania

    1992 · ACTIVE

Tina studied at J.D. in Rutgers University Law School and B.A. in University of Maryland.

Law school and academic background

Tina completed J.D. in Rutgers University Law School and B.A. in University of Maryland. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tina runs in Arkansas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Tina's professional memberships and bar associations

  • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Women's Bar Association of Maryland Montgomery County and Maryland State Bar Associations

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Locations

Tina Fernandes Botts's office in Marion

Tina's primary office is at 801 Bayou Cv, Marion, AR, 72364-5014. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Botts Law Firm

801 Bayou Cv

Marion, AR 72364-5014

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Hiring guide

How to hire Tina Fernandes Botts — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Tina charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tina'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; Tina will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Marion, Arkansas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Tina

Tina discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Tina confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Tina's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Tina Fernandes Botts

  • How much does it cost to hire Tina for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Tina offer a free consultation?

    Tina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tina's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Tina's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Arkansas typically take?

    Simple adr 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. Tina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Tina take my case if I'm outside Marion?

    Tina 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 — Tina 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 Tina?

    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. Tina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Tina accepting new adr clients right now?

    Tina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Marion, Little Rock and Fayetteville in Arkansas

Tina handles adr matters throughout Arkansas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.

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