Criminal Law

If you’re wondering how much to tell your criminal defense lawyer, here’s the short answer: everything that matters. From the moment you hire an attorney, your communications are protected by the attorney-client privilege—meaning your lawyer can’t legally share what you tell them in confidence. Ludwig Law Firm’s criminal defense attorneys want their clients to feel […]

If you’ve ever hired a lawyer and felt ignored, you’re not alone. According to a report done by the Arkansas Supreme Court’s Committe of Professional Conduct and similar national data, one of the most common rule violations had to do with client communication. What that looks like specifically: Failing to return calls or emails Not

In Arkansas criminal courts, a defense attorney can withdraw from your case during trial—but only with court approval. This doesn’t happen often, but when it does, it can throw your entire defense strategy into chaos. The judge must agree that the withdrawal is necessary and will not unfairly prejudice the defendant. If your lawyer quits

Every Arkansas criminal case comes down to one core decision: Do you take the deal—or take it to trial? Both paths come with serious consequences. But the right answer depends on your case, your goals, and your lawyer’s strategy. Ludwig Law Firm’s criminal defense attorneys approach every case with one goal: protecting your future. That