Civil Rights

Hancock, Lane & Barrett - Attorneys at Law in Little Rock, Arkansas Civil right claims brought pursuant to 42 U.S.C. Sec. 1983 are a unique blend of tort and Constitutional law. A high level of experience is required to effectively handle this area of practice, the limits of which, unlike more traditional claims, are constantly evolving. The unique nature of civil rights litigation demands attorneys who have devoted a significant portion of their practice to this area of law.

Hancock, Lane & Barrett, PLLC has more than twenty years of experience in suing both governmental entities and their individual employees for Section 1983 claims, including those related to police liability, such as claims of improper search and seizure, excessive use of force and illegal government policies, customs and practices. Hancock, Lane & Barrett, PLLC's two decades of experience allows us to provide the most efficient, effective and innovative representation to our clients.

We seek to obtain the most efficient and effective resolution of our cases at the earliest appropriate stage. When early resolution is not possible, our experienced trial attorneys will effectively and aggressively pursue our client's rights at trial. We work closely with our clients to ensure that their specific needs are met throughout each stage of the litigation process until the matter is resolved.