Judson C. Kidd

Judson C. Kidd is the managing partner of Dodds, Kidd & Ryan, where he brings over four decades of legal experience to the firm’s family law, criminal defense, and medical malpractice practices. A seasoned litigator, he is widely respected across Arkansas for his courtroom skill, leadership, and dedication to client advocacy.

Judson earned his Juris Doctor from the Leflar Law Center at the University of Arkansas in 1975, following a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hendrix College in 1972. He was admitted to the Arkansas Bar the same year and has since built a reputation for excellence in trial work across a wide array of legal areas.

Throughout his career, Judson has handled high-stakes cases involving personal injury, divorce, complex family matters, and criminal law. His balanced approach to both personal and criminal legal challenges has made him a trusted ally for clients facing life-altering legal issues.

Judson is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, reflecting his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism in litigation. He also actively participates in the Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice.

Judson C. Kidd has received long-standing recognition as one of Arkansas’s top attorneys. He has been honored by Super Lawyers annually from 2006 to 2024, including placement on the Top 50 list for Arkansas. He is also regularly recognized by Best Lawyers for his outstanding contributions to the legal field.

As a former Arkansas Supreme Court Special Justice, Judson continues to uphold the values of fairness, integrity, and advocacy that define his longstanding career in law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Dodds, Kidd & Ryan
• Fellow, American College of Trial lawyers
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Associations
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Arkansas

Education

• University of Arkansas
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Hendrix College
  B.A.

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