Professional Background

Jeff Bell is an Associate Attorney at Flowers Davis whose practice focuses on real estate, oil and gas, and general litigation. Licensed in Texas since 2014 and Arkansas since 2020, Jeff is a detail-oriented attorney with significant experience in mineral title examination. Since 2023, he has prepared sovereignty-to-present title opinions and brings a thorough approach to evaluating mineral ownership, identifying and resolving title defects, drafting Affidavits of Heirship, and compiling comprehensive Mineral Ownership Reports.

Family Law & Government Experience

In addition to his oil and gas practice, Jeff has a strong background in Arkansas family law, including child support enforcement. He previously served with the Arkansas Public Defender’s Office, representing clients in both felony and misdemeanor matters, and later worked as a Felony Prosecutor with the Angelina County District Attorney’s Office

Broader Legal Experience

Jeff’s broader legal experience includes criminal defense, family law, probate, personal injury, and workers’ compensation matters in both Texas and Arkansas. He has represented clients in divorce and custody disputes, suits affecting the parent-child relationship, and probate proceedings, including will preparation and estate administration. His experience also extends to negotiating insurance settlements, handling negligence claims, and advocating for injured employees in workers’ compensation proceedings, including benefit hearings.

Community Involvement & Interests

Outside of his legal practice, Jeff is an accomplished guitarist and an avid reader. He has also been active in his community, serving with the Texarkana Noon Lions Club, the Boy Scouts of America as an Assistant Leader, and the Literacy Council of Miller and Bowie Counties in Texarkana, Texas.