William Stuart Stuart Jackson

Litigation - Labor and Employment

5.0 (1 reviews)

Little Rock, Arkansas

33+ years experience

Wright Lindsey Jennings

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

501 212-1358

https://www.wlj.com/attorneys/william-stuart-jackson

200 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 2300, Little Rock, AR 72201

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Bio

Stuart Jackson has been practicing in the employment law field for over thirty years and focuses his practice on advising employers on compliance with civil rights/employment laws and developing personnel policies and employment agreements. Jackson recently has focused his time on assisting employers on medical marijuana issues and on defending employers in wage and hour class and collective action litigation.Jackson defends employers in federal and state court litigation and appeals, including claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act and 42 U.S.C. Sections 1981 and 1983, and state law claims involving wrongful discharge, the Arkansas Civil Rights Act and the Arkansas Minimum Wage Act. Sections 1981 and 1983, and state law claims involving wrongful discharge, the Arkansas Civil Rights Act and the Arkansas Minimum Wage Act.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Labor and Employment

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Little Rock (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Little Rock (2025)
Lawyer of the Year: Civil Rights Law, Little Rock (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Little Rock (2023)
Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Little Rock (2022)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Little Rock (2020)
Recognized: Civil Rights Law
Recognized: Employment Law - Management
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
Special Focus: COVID-19

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015

Education

Duke University, J.D., graduated 1992
Hendrix College, BA, graduated 1989

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Reviews

John Roberts

2 weeks ago

Invaluable guidance through a complex employee termination

Our company faced a sensitive termination involving potential discrimination claims. We turned to Stuart Jackson at Wright Lindsey Jennings. His deep knowledge of Arkansas employment law, honed over 33 years, was immediately evident. He expertly guided us through the process, ensuring full compliance with civil rights statutes. His practical advice on personnel policies was a game-changer. The matter was resolved cleanly, protecting our business. Stuart’s recent recognitions as Lawyer of the Year are well-deserved. He is a consummate professional and a trusted advisor.