On Friday, May 16, 2025, attorney Justin Lee Crawley was suspended by the Arkansas Supreme Court Committee on Professional Conduct on an interim basis due to allegations of misconduct involving the misappropriation of client funds.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Justin Lee Crawley,” with case number 2025-009.
The suspension follows a verified petition presented by Robert Brech, the Executive Director of the Supreme Court Office of Professional Conduct, which claims that Crawley’s actions pose a substantial threat of serious harm to both the public and his clients.
The Committee found sufficient grounds to impose an immediate suspension, determining that allowing Crawley to continue practicing law could result in irreparable harm to the public. The order highlights that the potential injury to the public significantly outweighs any adverse effects Crawley might experience from the suspension.
Additionally, the Committee expressed confidence that the Office of Professional Conduct would likely succeed in proving serious violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct related to Crawley’s conduct.
Crawley has agreed to the interim suspension and has waived his right to a hearing on this matter. The suspension takes effect immediately upon the filing of the order with the Clerk of the Arkansas Supreme Court. This action underscores the Committee’s commitment to uphold ethical standards within the legal profession and to protect the interests of clients and the broader community.
According to Avvo, Mr. Crawley is a lawyer in Bentonville, AR. He acquired his law license in Arkansas in 2016.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
