Joshua W. Bugeja Esq.
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Joshua W. Bugeja Esq.
Biography
A native of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Joshua W. Bugeja has a passion for providing quality legal services at affordable prices. Mr. Bugeja is willing to travel across Northwest Arkansas for little to no additional charge.
Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents
White Collar Crime
Traffic Tickets
Suspended License
Fees
- Free Consultation - 30 minute free initial consultation with appointment.
- Contingent Fees - Auto-Accidents are always "no win, no fee"
- A small number of other cases may be contingent upon outcome as well.
- Rates, Retainers and Additional Information - To get started on your matter, I accept cash, check, and money order. Depending on the work involved, I am usually able to provide my services at a reasonable up front retainer and affordable monthly payment plan. I offer a 10% military discount on attorney's fees for all hourly/flat fee cases.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Owner/Attorney (primary position) Bugeja Law Firm
Year: 2010 - Current
Description: I represent private clients in a variety of civil and criminal matters. This is my primary position, despite also working for the Public Defender Commission part-time.
Associate Attorney Meadors Law Firm
Year: 2012 - 2012
Description: Due to the Meadors Law Firm closing at the end of June 2012, I went back to operating my own law firm.
Conflicts Attorney (part-time) Arkansas Public Defender Commission
Year: 2013 - 2016
Description: As a part-time Public Defender, I represent criminal clients who are unable to afford legal representation on their own. Since this is a part-time position, I still operate my private law practice and am available for hire in a variety of practice areas.
Professional Associations
Arkansas Bar Association Member (2010 - 2012)
Sebastian County Bar Association Member (2011 - Current)
Arkansas Board of Realtors Realtor (2003 - 2006)
Publications
New Admittee Survival Guide Arkansas Bar Association - Young Lawyers Division (2013)
Tech Tip: Dual Monitors Arkansas Bar Association Young Lawyers Section In-Brief Vol. 17 #1 (January, 2013)
Awards
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Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Arkansas
American Society of Legal Advocates 2017.0
Note: Less than 1.5% of lawyers nationwide are selected each year. More about the selection process can be found here: https://www.societyoflegaladvocates.org/selection-process/
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Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Arkansas
American Society of Legal Advocates 2016.0
Note: Less than 1.5% of lawyers nationwide are selected each year. More about the selection process can be found here: https://www.societyoflegaladvocates.org/selection-process/
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Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Arkansas
American Society of Legal Advocates 2018.0
Note: Less than 1.5% of lawyers nationwide are selected each year. More about the selection process can be found here: https://www.societyoflegaladvocates.org/selection-process/
Education
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University of Central Arkansas B.A. | Writing Major, Philosophy Minor
Year: 2002 - 2006
Honors: Activities: U.C.A. Judicial Board Member, Model U.N.
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University of Tulsa College of Law J.D. | Law
Year: 2006 - 2009
Honors: Activities: Student Bar Association Member, Board of Advocates Member, Interstate Law Society Member
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Southside High School High School Diploma (2002)
Year: 2000 - 2002
Speaking Engagements
Food Tax Forum - Proposed 1% Prepared Food Tax, Fort Smith, Arkansas, League of Women Voters
Food Tax Forum - Proposed 1% Prepared Food Tax, Fort Smith, Arkansas, League of Women Voters
Websites
https://bugejalawfirm.weebly.com/
Bugeja Law Firm Official Website
https://www.facebook.com/bugejalawfirm
Facebook Page - Bugeja Law Firm
https://www.avvo.com/attorneys/72901-ar-joshua-bugeja-4303670.html
AVVO Professional Lawyer Directory Website - Joshua W. Bugeja Profile
Bugeja Law Firm
1615 N. A St., Fort Smith, AR 72901
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
(479) 668-2888