Hinesville, GA

Jeffery L. Arnold

Jeffery L. Arnold has more than 39 years of legal experience representing individuals, small businesses, large corporations and municipal governments. He also has more than 38 years of distinguished service in the United States Army and Army Reserves earning the rank of major general. Honored as an AV-Preeminent attorney, Mr. Arnold is the senior partner of Arnold & Stafford, a Georgia law firm dedicated to representing clients in a wide range of practice areas. With offices in Hinesville, Richmond Hill and Ludowici, Mr. Arnold’s firm handles cases involving personal injury, criminal defense, family law, military law, real estate, municipal law and much more. He is also privileged to serve as the State Court Judge for Long County, Georgia.

Robert F. Pirkle

Robert F. “Bob” Pirkle is a highly respected, seasoned attorney and a pillar of the Coastal Georgia legal community. Born and raised in Hinesville, Bob graduated from Bradwell Institute before earning his degree from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business. A lifelong Georgia Bulldogs fan, Bob’s love for his home state and its traditions runs deep. Since founding The Pirkle Law Firm, Bob has dedicated his career to serving individuals and families throughout Coastal Georgia in family law, criminal defense, and personal injury cases. His no-nonsense approach, deep courtroom experience, and genuine commitment to his clients have earned him widespread respect from colleagues, judges, and clients alike. Bob’s career is marked by impressive milestones: he has personally handled over 10,000 divorce cases and brought thousands of criminal defense cases to jury trial. He once secured a $4,000,000 record-breaking verdict for a personal injury client. He is known for his friendly, approachable demeanor with clients and colleagues, Bob transforms into a fierce and determined advocate in the courtroom-a true bulldog when it comes to protecting his clients’ interests. Beyond his legal accomplishments, Bob is a dedicated father to three children, including his daughter Liz, now an attorney at the firm. He’s also an active member of the community, having given immeasurably to Coastal Georgia through presidential roles with the Chamber of Commerce, YMCA, Jaycees, Boy Scouts of America, and St. John Parish Habitat for Humanity. His contributions have been recognized with honors such as Business Leader of the Year, the Academy Service Award from Congressman Jack Kingston, and the Korean Appreciation Award. Bob’s high energy and zest for life extend far beyond the office. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys pickleball, jogging, fishing, and spending time in the natural beauty of his Coastal Georgia home. His combination of seasoned legal skill, community dedication, and personal warmth make him a trusted and respected figure in the region-and he has no plans of slowing down anytime soon.

H. Craig Stafford

Attorney H. Craig Stafford is a partner at Arnold & Stafford, Attorneys at Law, in Hinesville, Georgia. Mr. Stafford practices criminal defense, family, medical malpractice and personal injury law. He has more than 20 years of experience, becoming a licensed attorney in 1993. He is admitted before all Georgia state courts and the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Georgia. Mr. Stafford graduated from the Georgia Tech in 1990 with a bachelor’s degree in industrial and systems engineering and received his law degree from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law in 1993.

C. Joel Osteen

C. Joel Osteen is a co-founder and partner in the firm. Joel has a general trial practice that meets the needs of many diverse clients, including plaintiff’s personal injury, medical malpractice, and general business litigation.

C. Joel Osteen

C. Joel Osteen is a co-founder and partner in the firm. Joel has a general trial practice that meets the needs of many diverse clients, including plaintiff’s personal injury, medical malpractice, and general business litigation.

James “Jay” N. Osteen is a co-founder and partner in the firm. Jay concentrates his practice in the area of plaintiff’s personal injury litigation, including major commercial vehicle and trucking accidents, automobile and motorcycle accidents, commercial airline crashes, products liability cases, maritime injury cases, medical malpractice cases and pharmaceutical negligence cases.

James “Jay” N. Osteen is a co-founder and partner in the firm. Jay concentrates his practice in the area of plaintiff’s personal injury litigation, including major commercial vehicle and trucking accidents, automobile and motorcycle accidents, commercial airline crashes, products liability cases, maritime injury cases, medical malpractice cases and pharmaceutical negligence cases.