Bill Godbold

Bill Godbold is an accomplished attorney focusing exclusively on debtor/creditor litigation and bankruptcy. Since entering the legal field, he has guided individuals, small businesses, and farm debtors through liquidations, reorganizations, and consumer bankruptcy, providing effective solutions tailored to each client’s financial situation.

Bill earned a B.A. in Japanese Studies from the University at Albany, followed by a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Arkansas. He later achieved his J.D. from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock: William H. Bowen School of Law, where his academic work included a published article in a respected law review.

Bill started his legal career by advocating for debtors at two of Arkansas’s highest-volume consumer bankruptcy firms, gaining valuable experience in the field. This experience gave him extensive knowledge of all aspects of consumer bankruptcy and strengthened his ability to serve diverse clients. His work has also included helping small businesses and agricultural clients address complex debt issues.

Bill is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, as well as the United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas. He is also licensed before the United States District Courts for both districts and the Arkansas Supreme Court. His admissions reflect the breadth of his professional capabilities in handling multi-jurisdictional matters.

Bill serves as Secretary-Treasurer of the Debtor-Creditor Bar of Central Arkansas, contributing to the legal community through leadership and collaboration. He remains committed to staying engaged with developments in his field to better serve his clients.

Bill Godbold continues to apply his knowledge and creativity to help clients work toward the best possible outcome. By focusing on both the immediate needs and long-term goals of those he represents, he ensures that each case is approached with diligence, strategy, and a commitment to achieving meaningful results.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Natural State Law, PLLC
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association
• Member, Debtor-Creditor Bar of Central Arkansas

Licensed State

• Arkansas

Education

• UALR William H. Bowen School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University at Albany
  BA in Japanese Studies
• University of Arkansas
  BS in Chemical Engineering

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