Crippen Legal Services

Crippen Legal Services Small town Arkansas attorney practicing family law and estate planning. Present, prepared, and honest. Our small size increases our availability.

Helping people navigate change and protect their future with clarity and care. Crippen Legal Services is a small-town law firm focused on meeting you when and where it is convenient for you. Our reasonable retainers and payment plans allow more people to access the judicial system.

If you're starting probate, you don't need to have everything perfect.A helpful first step is locating any estate docume...
08/28/2026

If you're starting probate, you don't need to have everything perfect.

A helpful first step is locating any estate documents, gathering basic information on accounts and property, and writing down key family contact information. We can help you sort the rest.

Send us a message if you want help figuring out what to gather first.

If the idea of sitting down with an attorney feels intimidating, you're not alone in that.What we actually do is ask a f...
08/25/2026

If the idea of sitting down with an attorney feels intimidating, you're not alone in that.

What we actually do is ask a few questions, explain your options in plain language, and tell you exactly what comes next. Most people leave the first meeting surprised by how manageable it felt.

You don't have to have it figured out before you call. We're here when you're ready.

People often think of a living will as paperwork for worst-case scenarios.What it actually does is give your family clar...
08/23/2026

People often think of a living will as paperwork for worst-case scenarios.

What it actually does is give your family clarity at a moment when they have enough to deal with already. No guessing, no disagreement about what you would have wanted.

We're here when you're ready to get this included in your plan.

Estate plans age.The one you put together five years ago may not reflect a new marriage, a divorce, a grandchild, a prop...
08/20/2026

Estate plans age.

The one you put together five years ago may not reflect a new marriage, a divorce, a grandchild, a property you bought, or someone you named who is no longer the right fit. A review doesn't have to take long.

Call us if you want to go over what you have and make sure it still matches your life.

Adoption changes a family on purpose. Estate planning should reflect that.Whether you're in the process of adopting or y...
08/18/2026

Adoption changes a family on purpose. Estate planning should reflect that.

Whether you're in the process of adopting or your family was built through adoption years ago, it's worth making sure your documents are clear about who is included, who has authority, and what your intentions are. The law provides protections for adopted children, but a clear plan removes any room for confusion later.

Visit our website to request an appointment if you want to make sure your plan reflects your family as it actually is.

If you own a business, estate planning matters there, too. Who can sign checks, manage accounts, and keep things running...
08/16/2026

If you own a business, estate planning matters there, too. Who can sign checks, manage accounts, and keep things running if you can't?

We're here when you're ready to talk it through.

For families caring for a child with special needs, planning is not a one-time thing.Needs change. School changes. Adult...
08/13/2026

For families caring for a child with special needs, planning is not a one-time thing.

Needs change. School changes. Adulthood comes faster than people expect. Guardianship and long-term planning can help create stability and continuity.

Visit our website to request an appointment if you want to start that conversation.

Veterans and military families often have planning considerations that don't come up in a standard estate planning conve...
08/11/2026

Veterans and military families often have planning considerations that don't come up in a standard estate planning conversation: VA benefits, survivor benefits, dependent coverage, and what happens to those if a plan isn't in place.

Fort Smith has a significant veteran community, and these are questions worth getting right.

We're here if you want to talk through how your service and your estate plan connect.

If you've been handling appointments, bills, or paperwork for a loved one, you already know how much responsibility that...
08/09/2026

If you've been handling appointments, bills, or paperwork for a loved one, you already know how much responsibility that is.

The hard part is that helping and having legal authority are not always the same thing. We can help you understand what documents may be needed to protect everyone involved.

Send us a message if you want to talk through your situation.

Fall schedules fill up fast, and so do the gaps that appear when something unexpected happens.A durable power of attorne...
08/08/2026

Fall schedules fill up fast, and so do the gaps that appear when something unexpected happens.

A durable power of attorney is one of those documents families are grateful for before they ever have to use it. It means someone you trust can step in and handle things without a court process getting in the way.

We're here when you're ready to get it in place.

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120 Belle Avenue
Fort Smith, AR
72901

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+14792591756

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