John R. Elrod
About John R. Elrod
John R. Elrod is a lawyer based in Fayetteville, AR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. John R. Elrod is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Fayetteville, Arkansas
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: Conner & Winters LLP
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1971 and Westminster College (New Wilmington), B.A., graduated 1968
Location: Fayetteville, AR
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