Host Jamie Jones Walsworth sits down with John Wilkerson, General Counsel and Legislative Director for the Arkansas Municipal League, to unpack the recent amendments to Rule 702. Together, they explore the rule’s implications for Arkansas municipalities, how the changes may affect expert testimony in litigation, and what attorneys need to know to navigate the updated standards.

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Need a quick reset between hearings, deadlines, or difficult conversations? In this special standalone bonus episode, attorney and mindfulness teacher Claire Parsons guides listeners through a calming body scan meditation designed to be reused anytime—at your desk, at home, or wherever you can take a few quiet minutes.

Claire begins by helping you set up a safe, comfortable environment, then leads you step-by-step through noticing physical sensations from head to toe—releasing tension in common stress-holding areas like the jaw, shoulders, chest, and belly. The practice is gentle and flexible: you’re encouraged to move past any area that feels uncomfortable and return to the breath whenever needed.

This episode is meant to be a practical, repeatable tool for lawyers looking to slow down, reconnect with the body, and support steadier focus and emotional regulation—without needing to “clear your mind” or do anything perfectly.

(For additional guided practices and resources, visit BrilliantLegalMind.com or connect with Claire Parsons.)

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Arkansas Bar Association President Jamie Jones Walsworth welcomes attorney, author, and wellness advocate Claire Parsons—licensed in Ohio and Kentucky—to talk candidly about stress in legal practice and why mindfulness and meditation are practical tools (even for skeptics). Claire shares her personal path into meditation during early motherhood, postpartum depression recovery, and the pressure of an intense litigation schedule—and how a simple “one minute a day” start helped her build resilience, self-compassion, and focus over time.

Together, they break down what mindfulness is (and isn’t), why meditation doesn’t require “shutting your mind off,” and how stress management can actually improve performance, decision-making, and professional confidence—especially through big transitions like firm growth and mergers. Claire also introduces the concept of a body scan meditation, explains how it helps lawyers reconnect with the body, recognize emotions before they escalate, and create space for calmer, more skillful responses.

Listeners will also hear where to find Claire’s resources—including her blog, guided meditations, her book How to Be a Badass Lawyer, and opportunities to practice with other attorneys through the Mindfulness in Law Society—plus a reminder to check out the standalone body scan episode for an on-demand mindfulness reset.

https://brilliantlegalmind.com/

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Arkansas Bar Association President Jamie Jones Walsworth sits down with Jennifer Donaldson, Executive Director of the Arkansas Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program (JLAP), for a practical conversation about lawyer wellness—what it looks like in real life, why it matters to clients and the public, and how JLAP can help at every stage (from stress and burnout to depression, anxiety, substance use, and crisis situations).

Jennifer breaks down what JLAP is (a confidential program of the Arkansas Supreme Court), what happens when someone reaches out, and how lawyers, judges, and law students can access support—including clinical services, a statewide network of vetted providers, and help navigating higher levels of care when needed. The episode also highlights key findings from JLAP’s 2024 statewide attorney survey and explains the Arkansas Supreme Court’s consideration of a required wellbeing CLE hour—without increasing the total number of required credits—and how attorneys can submit comments before December 31, 2025.

If you or a colleague needs support, you can learn more or reach out confidentially at arjlap.org or confidential@arjlap.org

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In this episode, host Jamie Jones Walsworth sits down with tax attorneys Katie Bingham and Marc Martinez break down the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and explain what every lawyer, tax or not, should know. From tip income deductions to overtime tax breaks, they unpack the key provisions in plain English and discuss how these changes could impact clients across industries. Whether you practice labor law, employment, or business, this is the tax update you didn’t know you needed.

In this episode of ArkBar On Air, host Jamie Jones Walsworth sits down with Frank Ramos, nationally recognized attorney, author, and speaker, to discuss the AI Playbook. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the legal profession, practical ways attorneys can leverage AI in their practice, and the ethical considerations that come with emerging technology. This conversation offers valuable insights for lawyers seeking to navigate the evolving intersection of law and innovation.

Frank Ramos

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In this mini episode of the ArkBar Podcast, host Jamie Jones Walsworth sits down with Abby Brenneman, Executive Director of the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission, to discuss the Commission’s important work in expanding access to legal resources across the state. Abby shares insights on initiatives like FLA and other projects aimed at connecting Arkansans with the legal help they need. Tune in to learn how the Commission is making a meaningful impact in communities statewide.

Guest Name: Abby Brenneman – Executive Director of Arkansas Access to Justice Commission

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Host Jamie Jones leads a cordial, civil point-counterpoint on Arkansas’s Act 28— the new law that limits recovery of past medical expenses to amounts actually paid or owed. Plaintiff lawyers Jessica Virden Mallett (Managing Partner, Miller & Mallett) and Brian Brooks square up with defense lawyers Jason Hendren (Hall Booth Smith P.C.) and Haley Heath Chaney (Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani) to unpack how Act 28 reshapes pleadings, discovery, settlement leverage, and trial strategy on both sides of the “v.” Practical, balanced, and Arkansas-focused.

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Jessica Virden Mallett (Managing Partner, Miller & Mallett)

Brian Brooks, Attorney at Law

Jason Hendren (Hall Booth Smith P.C.)

Haley Heath (Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani)

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