Who We Are
Kelli LaPorte-Jenner
Kelli LaPorte-Jenner is a highly experienced criminal defense and family law attorney with a passion for justice and a strong track record of success in the courtroom.
Kelli graduated from Hendrix College in 2011 and went on to earn her law degree from UALR William H. Bowen School of Law in 2016, graduating magna cum laude. Since then, she has held different positions with a variety of state agencies, including the Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory, the Arkansas State Police, and the Pulaski County Public Defender’s Office. Each of these positions provided Kelli valuable insight into the inner workings of a criminal case.
In January 2022, Kelli decided to expand her practice to include family law, and has since become a skilled and compassionate advocate for individuals facing a wide range of legal issues, including divorce, child custody, and spousal support.
Kelli is deeply committed to fighting for the rights of her clients and is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes in every case she handles. She is known for her thorough preparation, her ability to think on her feet, and her fierce determination to succeed. So, if you are facing criminal charges or are in need of representation in a family law matter, Kelli is the attorney you can trust to fight for your rights and protect your interests.
When not working, Kelli can often be found exploring the natural state with her husband, Frank, their daughter, Harper, and their two dogs, Zoey and Tony.
Frank LaPorte-Jenner
Frank has been practicing for many years in the area of commercial, civil, and real property litigation.
Frank previously worked in the Pulaski County Civil Attorney’s office, where he lead the county in a wide range of complex trials and appeals. Frank oversaw several cases that went before the Arkansas Supreme Court, as well as providing guidance to the elected officials of the county. Frank joined the firm in 2023 to expand the services that LaPorte-Jenner Law can provide to its clients.
Client advocacy has always been an important part of Frank’s work. Before working for Pulaski County, Frank worked for the Center for Arkansas Legal Services providing pro-bono services to Arkansans in need. Frank also worked for Court Appointed Special Advocates when studying for his social work degree from the University of Arkansas.
Besides work, Frank serves as the president-elect to the Young Lawyers Section of the Arkansas Bar Association, and the secretary to the William H. Overton Inn of Court in Little Rock.
Frank graduated magnum cum laude from the William H. Bowen School of Law in 2018, and has been an active member of the legal community since.