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Kellie S. Howell
Del City, OK Attorney with 11 years of experience
(405) 455-1032
Arvest Bank Tower, Suite 500
4600 SE 29th St.
Del City, OK 73115
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Kellie Howell practices in all areas of family law and criminal defense. Ms. Howell was selected to the 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 Super Lawyers Oklahoma Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor.
Prior to joining Sansone Howell, Ms. Howell was the founding attorney at Howell Law Office, PLLC. In addition, Kellie has previously worked with the Hunsucker DUI Defense Firm, Oklahoma Juvenile Justice Center, and Oklahoma City University School of Law. Kellie is admitted to practice in all Oklahoma state courts and the United...
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Daniel Ray Bays
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 19 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Daniel R. Bays is a practicing attorney, whose central office is in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. After receiving his undergraduate degree in 2001 from Oklahoma State University and his Juris Doctorate Degree in 2005 from Oklahoma City University, Mr. Bays started his own practice in 2007. Mr. Bays has successfully represented clients around the state of Oklahoma in a wide array of legal matters including family, criminal, personal injury, and more. We have developed a good reputation with judges and lawyers across the state and we are committed to professionalism.
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Aaron M. Arnall
Midwest City, OK Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
Oklahoma City University School of Law
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Jeff Trevillion Jr.
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(405) 778-8000
324 N. Robinson Ave., Suite 100
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and White Collar Crime
University of Oklahoma College of Law
When Your Reputation and Finances Are at Stake, Invest in the Best!
Investing in your defense: While our fees may be higher than some, consider it an investment.
For professionals and businesses facing complex tax controversies or white-collar criminal charges, a misstep can be crippling. You need more than just an attorney; you need a fierce advocate, a seasoned strategist, and a proven winner.
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*Unmatched Expertise: With over 15 years of experience navigating the labyrinthine world of tax law and white-collar defense, Jeff Trevillion has a deep understanding of the challenges you face and a relentless pursuit of...
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Frank A. Urbanic
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Texas Tech University School of Law
I became a criminal defense attorney because I am intimately familiar with how precious our constitutional rights are. After my arrest years ago, I realized how close I was to being in a situation that could have negatively impacted my life forever. That made me realize how important it is to have someone on your side who feels strongly about protecting your rights. In the Air Force, I put my life on the line to support and defend the Constitution during combat. Today, I support and defend the Constitution in the courtroom. My legal career began by...
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Roberto Luis Seda
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Energy, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Roberto L. Seda is an experienced attorney concentrating in the areas of estate planning, probates, real property, oil and gas, curative transactional matters.
Roberto is the chairman of the Oklahoma Title Examination Standards, an active member of the Oklahoma City Association of Petroleum Landmen, and a volunteer attorney with Trinity Legal in Oklahoma City. He is licensed to practice in Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, North Dakota, as well as the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
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Robert Donald Gifford II
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 28 years of experience
Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Military and White Collar Crime
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Founder of GIFFORD LAW, P.L.L.C. in Oklahoma City, Mr. Gifford is a former federal prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice, tribal court judge, a former state prosecutor, and former Army JAG defense counsel, prosecutor, and Staff Judge Advocate with a nationwide practice specialty in complex litigation in White Collar/Criminal Defense (including Pardons and Commutations), Civil Rights, Family Law, Native American Law, Military Law, and Government Contracting. Mr. Gifford has also previously served as is the Chair of the Oklahoma Bar Association's Criminal Law Section, and formerly served on the state bar's Board of Governors and as the Chair...
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David M. Postic
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
University of Oklahoma College of Law
David M. Postic is a shareholder at the Oklahoma City law firm of Postic & Bates, where he focuses his practice on estate planning, asset protection, trust and estate administration, and elder law. He strives not only to provide clients with a thoughtful estate plan and the peace of mind it offers, but also to equip each client with the tools to make settling their affairs as simple as possible.
Outside of practice, David teaches Wills & Trusts as a professor at the University of Oklahoma College of Law, where he earned his law degree. He is also an active member...
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Monty L. Cain
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Cain has been working on behalf of injured Oklahomans since 1995, after receiving his J.D. from Oklahoma City University School of Law. After working for a number of years in a different firm, he created the Cain Law Office in 2011 with a commitment to provide excellent service to his clients.
“We treat the small cases just like the big ones as best we can,” he says. “We try to make sure, first and foremost, that they get the treatment they need so they can get better. Then we aggressively investigate their injuries to make sure we cover everything, get them...
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Donald E. Gies III
OKC, OK Lawyer with 5 years of experience
Business, Cannabis Law, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Super Lawyers - Rising Star in Oklahoma Cannabis Law 2022, 2023 and 2024
Whether you're starting a new Oklahoma Medical Marijuana business or looking to restructure something that isn't working, I've got you covered. We serve over 400 cannabis clients and it is literally our job to think of the aspects of decisions that you haven't thought of yet, so that your professional horizon is clearly in your sights and you are prepared for questions or issues that arise, every step of the way. In the State of Oklahoma, where the cannabis statutory and legislative schemes are ever changing, the...
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Hung-Lin Lai
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 2 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Family, Immigration and Personal Injury
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Jimmy comes from a diverse, multicultural background and received his multilingual K-12 education in Taiwan, the United States of America, Japan, Germany, and England. While pursuing his undergraduate degree in marketing at the University of Central Oklahoma, he received the prestigious Top Central Man for outstanding leadership and accomplishments, awarded to only 1 student each year. He received his JD/MBA from the University of Oklahoma in 2021.
Having been involved with international students throughout his academic years and being one himself, he developed a deep passion for learning immigration law to help others worldwide realize their dreams of coming to live...
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Ameen Y. Behbahani
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 4 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Cannabis Law, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Ameen Y. Behbahani is a practicing attorney throughout the State of Oklahoma. As an Associate at Gies Law Firm, P.L.L.C. in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Ameen has been fortunate enough to handle a myriad of cases stemming from compliance issues, negotiations, contract disputes, criminal matters, and landlord tenant disputes. While Ameen is a Civil Litigator in the State of Oklahoma, he also understands the need for quick, effective, and economical settlement options. Ameen is a certified Mediator in the state of Texas and Oklahoma.
Prior to earning his law degree from Oklahoma City University School of Law, Ameen attended Southern Methodist...
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Clint James
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI
University of Tulsa College of Law
Clint James is part of the Wyatt Law Office. He started his career in Tulsa with a criminal defense and civil rights law firm and later became a partner in a full-service law firm in Tulsa. While in law school at the Tulsa University, he worked as a legal intern/law clerk for a number of prominent lawyers including Tom Seymour (Tulsa), Stephen Jones (Jones, Otjen & Davis in Enid), The Zurawik Firm (Tulsa) and Bob Wyatt (Oklahoma City). He also worked as a runner and staffer while in high school and college for the Law Office Szlichta & Ramsey...
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Lindsey Willis Andrews
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Lindsey W. Andrews has practiced divorce and family law in Oklahoma since 2004. As a certified mediator and frequent Guardian Ad Litem for children, she is dedicated to helping families seek and achieve the best results for their families.
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Robert L. Wyatt IV
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and White Collar Crime
University of Oklahoma College of Law
WHEN CHARGED WITH A SERIOUS CRIME (drugs, white collar, sex, or violence), you need someone with experience, who will listen, who will tell your story. You need someone who is not afraid to go to trial, someone who takes your case personally, and treats you individually. We may have tried dozens of similar cases, but every case is different. We focus on finding unique defenses and solutions to your problems. We are hired to get results, and that is our intention. Our reputations are built on integrity, trust, and just plain hard work.
WE DEFEND CRIMINAL CHARGES in all...
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James Matthew Branum
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning and Military
Oklahoma City University School of Law
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Joe Carson
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Oklahoma City University
Joe Carson is highly qualified as a personal injury attorney. He is esteemed with prestigious awards from the legal community, including an AV® rating from Martindale-Hubbell® and is included in the exclusive list of SuperLawyers®. Having reached million and multi-million verdicts and settlements, Joe has membership in the Million Dollar and Multiple Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Learn more about his qualifications below:
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John Branum
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Branum Law Firm, PLLC has obtained many million dollar/multi-million dollar settlements and the largest personal injury or wrongful death verdict in Oklahoma history— $68,500,000.00.
We reserve the right not to take your case. We only take cases that we believe in. If we take your case, we may win or lose. Litigation is risky. Past success is no guarantee we will win your case. Some cases are unsuccessful.
If you want to talk about your potential case, contact us. We might be able to help you or at least point you...
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Benjamin Munda
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Attorney Benjamin Munda is an experienced Criminal Defense attorney dedicated to helping his clients in all types of criminal matters. He has received the Barry Albert Award for outstanding trial work in Oklahoma County. He delivers personalized service and experienced representation to each of his clients.
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Clayburn Curtis
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Attorney Clayburn Curtis is an accomplished and experienced Criminal defense attorney dedicated to helping his client through all types of criminal cases. He received the Clarence Darrow Award—an award given annually to the top criminal defense attorney in Oklahoma.
Visit his website for more information and call for a free consultation.
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Brandon Joe Burton
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationAgricultural, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Born: Wichita Falls, Texas, December 11, 1968. Oklahoma State University (B.S. 1991; M.S. 1993); Oklahoma City University (J.D. 1996). Admitted to bar 1997 in Oklahoma and 2006 in Texas. Also admitted to practice before U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma, Eastern District of Oklahoma, and Northern District of Oklahoma. Previous Member Board of Directors of Oklahoma County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division (1999-2001), President of Lawyers for Working Oklahomans 2002-2003, Current Board Member of Lawyers for Working Oklahomans and Workplace Injury Litigation Group. Member American Association for Justice, Oklahoma Association for Justice and...
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William Henry Campbell
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 42 years of experience
925 NW 6th St
Oklahoma City, OK 73106
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and White Collar Crime
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Mr. Campbell has been conducting federal criminal defenses since his original admission to practice law. He has represented federal defendants on charges spanning a wide variety of federal criminal prosecutions from drug trafficking to bank fraud to embezzlement, to human trafficking, to bank robbery to conspiracy, to terrorism, to credit card fraud, to computer crimes, to child pornography, to federal gun prosecutions and the list goes on. His practice is not limited to the Oklahoma City federal court. He has practiced pro hac vice (on a case by case basis) in other federal courts including the Central...
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Sara E. Potts
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Business, Construction and Insurance Defense
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Sara Potts focuses her practice in the areas of general and business litigation, business and corporate transactions, contract drafting, review and disputes, administrative law, nursing home litigation, medical malpractice litigation, and construction law. She also counsels clients regarding business practices and protection, corporate formation and liability, and employer/employee contractual relationships. Since graduating magna cum laude from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 2014, Sara has extensively participated as associate counsel in several state and federal lawsuits, hearings, and administrative and agency proceedings. Prior to joining Doerner, Sara worked at a small, private litigation firm in Oklahoma City, taking...
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Charles Watts
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK Lawyer
Free ConsultationOklahoma City University School of Law and Boston University School of Law
Charles grew up in a family construction business and has been dealing with contracts and legal issues for over 30 years. He went to law school to reduce cost in the business, however during this time found a new passion in helping people through the legal hurdles that we all face at some point in time in our life.
Charles has been married to his wife Gina since 2003 and they have an adopted daughter whom they have had since birth. Actually since day one, as they were in the birthing room when she was born. ...
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Ryan Paul DeArman
Moore, OK Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business and Estate Planning
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Ryan P. DeArman practices law in a small private practice law firm located in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Although Mr. DeArman's experience expands a wide spectrum of legal issues, his practice is focused mainly on the areas of bankruptcy, estate planning, Social Security Disability, and business organization.
A native of Colorado, Mr. DeArman has lived throughout the United States and spent much of his childhood overseas in developing nations. After returning from Africa during high school he attended Phillips University in Enid. He graduated cum laude with an undergraduate degree in political science and business. Following his undergraduate studies he...
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Jason Sansone
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 12 years of experience
(405) 235-4100
Corporate Tower | Thirteenth Floor
101 N Robinson
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
SMU Dedman School of Law
Jason A. Sansone is an experienced litigation attorney whose primary focus is on representing businesses and individuals in financial distress who need experienced guidance to get through their complex storm. He has filed bankruptcies, litigated adversary proceedings, and guided businesses through both restructuring and liquidation in over 500 cases, providing a holistic solution to keep business doors open and provide a fresh start.
Jason has represented clients in matters with the Internal Revenue Service, Oklahoma Tax Commission, Oklahoma Department of Labor, Oklahoma Attorney General, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Clients expect a clear vision and strategy from the onset of representation,...
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James Wesley Todd
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 21 years of experience
(405) 231-2112
217 N. Harvey Avenue, Suite 507
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Free ConsultationAppeals, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Tulane University School of Law
Providing clients with dedicated defense of DUI, DWI, APC, Drug charges and general criminal defense.
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Noble Kenneth McIntyre
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Animal, Asbestos, Insurance Claims and Medical Malpractice
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Noble McIntyre is the senior partner and owner of McIntyre Law who focuses primarily on drug litigation and catastrophic injury cases. He is currently representing clients injured by the drugs Zofran, Syngenta and Testosterone Therapy. His goal has and continues to be to work diligently on behalf of his clients to achieve the highest and best result for his clients' injuries while maintaining professionalism and abiding by all ethical standards of his profession.
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Austin Shelton Pieratt
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Austin was born and raised in Houston, Texas. After graduating from high school, he attended San Diego State University and graduated with a B.A. in Management of Information Systems.
Upon completing his undergraduate studies, he found his true passion in law and decided to attend the Oklahoma City University School of Law. At the time he had no idea how much affection he would have for the great state of Oklahoma.
After graduating from law school, receiving his Juris Doctors, and becoming licensed to practice law in the wonderful state of Oklahoma Austin decided to make this amazing state his home.
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Chris Hammons
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Personal Injury
University of Oklahoma College of Law
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Dustin Gower
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Dustin Gower specializes in Family Law matters and is the owner of Gower Law Offices. Dustin earned his Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from Cameron University in 2002 before graduating with his Juris Doctorate from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 2005.
Dustin spent the first five years of his law career working for the Department of Human Services Child Support Division. While working for the Department of Human Services, Dustin was responsible for reviewing thousands of cases while making numerous court appearances. Afterwards he worked for two years as a Family Law attorney at the Law Office at Indian...
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Luke Alan Homen
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
I have been an attorney since 2008, and my primary practice area is bankruptcy. However, it is my focus on quality, and not quantity, that my clients appreciate the most.
I enjoy listening to each client explain their situation, and then helping them find a legal solution that works for that specific person. The legal system is complicated - and I love helping my clients understand all of their options, and then guiding them to financial relief. If you're facing garnishment, foreclosure, aggressive debt collectors, or you just have too many financial burdens, let me help you through it!
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Tyler Box
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Tyler C. Box is a founding partner and member of Overman Legal Group. He represents his clients in criminal defense matters. He worked as an Assistant District Attorney in the Cleveland County District Attorney’s Office prosecuting domestic violence crimes and assisting with the Cleveland County Drug Court Program. He is focused on pursuing the best results for his clients.
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George H Brown
Oklahoma City, OK Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Business, Divorce and Family
University of Oklahoma College of Law
George Brown practices in the areas of business and commercial litigation, insurance bad faith, personal injury, family law, adoption, employment law, corporate transactions, trademark infringement and other complex litigation matters. Mr. Brown has also prepared and prosecuted appeals to the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, the Oklahoma Supreme Court and the Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals with many published opinions.
Mr. Brown earned his Bachelor of Business Administration with Minors in Economics and Legal Studies from the University of Oklahoma. Mr. Brown later earned his Juris Doctorate Degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law. Mr....
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Scott D Harris
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Foreclosure Defense
Oklahoma City University School of Law
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Zachary Thomas Ball
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Energy and Estate Planning
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Zach is a founding Partner of Ball Morse Lowe and leader of the firm’s Oil, Gas + Energy Practice Group. He understands the value of his client’s time and resources, and he believes that thoughtful solutions to the client’s challenges can be accomplished both expeditiously and economically.
Zach’s practice includes preparation of acquisition, drilling and division order title opinions for energy companies working in Oklahoma and North Dakota, as well as representation of clients in other transactional matters related to the oil and gas industry. Additionally, he represents clients in business and real estate matters, including lease negotiations, acquisitions and divestitures.
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Ron D Brown
Oklahoma City , OK Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationUniversity of Oklahoma
I have more than 15 years of bankruptcy experience and am the #1 bankruptcy filer in Tulsa, OK. My office and I serve consumers in personal bankruptcy all over Oklahoma, but I have also done estate planning, family law, personal injury, and a wide range of civil cases. I offer my clients high quality representation with confidentiality and attention to personal details.
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Guy Thiessen
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 35 years of experience
(405) 757-7304
Buick Bldg/Fulmer Sill, Suite 102
1101 N. Broadway Ave.
Oklahoma City, OK 73103
Free ConsultationElder, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Guy has been representing injured clients all over Oklahoma for over 25 years. He has taken his years of experience and courtroom skills developed while working in both large and small law firms and opened the GT Law Firm, with offices in Tulsa and Oklahoma City.
Guy's main practice area is wrongful death of the elderly, with emphasis in nursing home and assisted living abuse and neglect. Guy believes how a person dies matters.
“Every person or their family member who has been injured or killed by someone’s misconduct deserves answers as to how and why it happened, and...
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Matthew C Goodin
Edmond, OK Attorney with 22 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Business, Elder and Probate
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Mr. Goodin has represented debtors and creditors in all types of bankruptcy proceedings since 2002 (including consumer and business chapter 7 cases, Chapter 11 reorganizations, Chapter 13 and Chapter 12 farm cases). Outside of bankruptcy, Mr. Goodin frequently represents clients in the areas of probate proceedings, estate administrations, guardianships and other civil litigation matters.
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Carla L Robey Harcourt
Oklahoma City, OK Lawyer with 34 years of experience
(405) 236-5200
201 Robert S Kerr Avenue, Suite 805
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Free ConsultationAppeals, Divorce and Family
University of Oklahoma
I have dedicated my professional career to promoting the public good, seeking justice and ensuring that each client has the opportunity to be heard before a jury or a judge. Clients deserve to know that their attorney has 'his or her back.'