Founded in 1875, Wood, Smith, Schnipper, Clay & Vines is the second oldest law firm in Arkansas. Over that time, we've earned a reputation for integrity and quality legal service across a wide range of practice areas. Our clients can be confident that our firm, which has stood the test of time, can withstand any challenges their legal issues pose. The law firm of Wood, Smith, Schnipper, Clay & Vines was originally established by James Bussey Wood and George Washington Murphy in Hot Springs, Arkansas in 1875. The firm has been in continuous practice in Hot Springs since that date. The firm and its following members have continuously enjoyed a reputation of practicing the best possible law consistent with the Rules of Professional Conduct. The firm has produced three Judges, the last of which was the late Chancery/Probate Judge, James W. Chesnutt. Our law firm in Hot Springs has lasted because it was built on a solid foundation: a commitment to give the best possible legal counsel to each and every client. Our office provides a friendly, relaxed atmosphere for clients to discuss the immediate and far-ranging issues affecting their businesses and their lives. We're sincere in our desire to get to know you so that we can better serve you. But we're not so determined to become friends that we'll sugar-coat our assessment of your situation. When you consult Wood, Smith, Schnipper, Clay & Vines, you get frank, honest, dependable advice based on our vast experience negotiating solutions and trying cases through to verdicts in front of judges and juries.