Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, P.L.L.C., a prominent law firm with offices in Arkansas, Texas,and beyond, has named seven attorneys as its newest members. Effective Jan. 1, the group includes Colt Galloway, Audra Hamilton, Jacob McElroy, Jeff McWhirt, Michael Nored, Emily Runyon and Jack Talbot.
“I am pleased to announce our firm’s newest members. They are representative of the bright future we have ahead and the values that were established when our law firm was founded in 1954,” said Managing Director Jeff Thomas. “Colt, Audra, Jacob, Jeff, Michael, Emily and Jack are outstanding people and highly talented lawyers. I am confident they will continue our firm’s commitment to exceptional service to our clients, responsibility to serving our communities and dedication to the legal profession.”
The attorneys bring diverse expertise across a range of legal fields:
Colt D. Galloway
Colt Galloway, based in the Rogers office, focuses on high-stakes commercial litigation, including multi-million-dollar disputes, product liability and wrongful death cases. His prior experience includes serving as in-house counsel for a multinational retailer.
Audra Hamilton
Audra K. Hamilton, practicing in Little Rock, has more than 20 years of experience in employment law, representing companies across industries in litigation and compliance. Her insights stem from her tenure as in-house counsel and HR executive for a public energy company.
Jacob McElroy
Jacob McElroy, a litigator in the Rogers office, defends businesses and insurance carriers in lawsuits involving medical malpractice, nursing home liability and administrative proceedings while advising on risk mitigation strategies.
Jeff McWhirt
Jeff McWhirt, based in Little Rock, specializes in insurance law and regulation. He assists clients in navigating complex compliance and legal matters, leveraging his previous role as a deputy chief compliance officer for a global insurance broker.
Michael Nored
Michael Nored, working from Austin, provides regulatory guidance to insurance and managed care clients. With years of experience at the Texas Department of Insurance, Nored advises on compliance, licensing, contracts and administrative proceedings.
Emily Runyon
Emily Runyon, a Rogers-based litigator, defends insurers and corporations in cases ranging from personal injury to bad faith lawsuits. She also supports school districts across Arkansas with sensitive investigations and litigation.
Jack Talbot
Jack Talbot, practicing in Little Rock, focuses on agriculture, real estate and business law. His expertise includes litigation, land management and regulatory disputes, particularly in agribusiness and forestry sectors.
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