Cleveland Lawyers

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.

Melissa is from Webb City, a small town outside of Joplin, Missouri. She went to University of Arkansas for undergraduate studies and later attended the University of Arkansas School of Law. Following graduation, Melissa moved to Tulsa and began practicing law in September 2010. Initially, Melissa worked for a well-respected private law firm practicing workers' compensation defense. She sharpened her trial skills, took hundreds of depositions, and became an excellent negotiator by participating in numerous mediations. As a result of her hard work and proactive management of her caseload, Melissa was hired as in-house counsel for a large nationwide insurance...

A native of Oklahoma, Michael J. O’Rear now proudly gives back to his community by representing accident victims as an Oklahoma personal injury attorney. Mr. O’Rear previously worked as an oil and gas attorney, where he obtained extensive knowledge of oilfield practices. This knowledge serves him as a civil litigator when dealing with oilfield accident cases, which are all too common in the state. His practice is not limited to this area, however, as he also represents a wide array of accident victims, including dog bites, car accidents, slip and falls, and more. He is licensed to practice in all...

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William “Chad” McLain is a leader in the field of personal injury law. Chad handles injury and death claims arising from serious automobile, trucking collisions and life-altering accidents. He has recovered millions of dollars in settlements, awards and verdicts for his clients. As a former insurance claims specialist, he has a keen understanding of the ins and outs of the claims and litigation side of the insurance industry. Chad is passionate about pursuing justice for his clients injured through the negligence of others. He focuses his practice in personal injury, wrongful death, medical negligence, business contract litigation, and insurance bad...

Donald Slaughter is a graduate of the University of Tulsa College of Law. He is licensed to practice law in all Oklahoma state courts, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. If you need to establish a legal entity for a business, need to have a contract drafted, or are having a dispute that requires the skills and expertise of an attorney, contact Donald Slaughter immediately. Criminal defense representation and complex civil litigation, if you have a case, Donald Slaughter will advocate zealously to protect...

Robert Denton is a trial attorney who focuses his practice in Family Law (divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, etc.), Personal Injury Law (Car Accidents, Slip-and-Fall, On the Job Injuries), DUI, Criminal Law, and more. Prior to founding the Denton Law Firm PLLC Robert worked for a downtown civil defense firm. While at the firm, Robert Denton refined his civil litigation experience by practicing in medical malpractice defense, municipal defense, civil rights defense and general defense litigation. Prior to working in civil litigation defense, Robert Denton was a Deputy District Attorney for the Ventura County District Attorney's Office in Ventura,...

J. Todd Willhoite is a Claremore attorney who has been practicing in Claremore since 1991. He handles probate law, wills and trusts, estate planning, Social Security Disability, personal injury law, and workers' compensation law.

Luke is a graduate of Stillwater High School ('95) and Oklahoma State University (B.A.- History) ('00) and the University of Tulsa (J.D. - '06).
After interning for both the Tulsa Co. Public Defender's office and the Payne County District Attorney's office he opened Anthony Law Firm in Stillwater and has limited his practice to criminal defense.
Luke is an "AV rated" attorney by Martindale Hubbell and has twice been named a "Rising Star" by SuperLawers.
Luke has served in numerous volunteer roles both in his local community and bar association.

Rob Henson provides aggressive and professional representation for individuals and companies facing criminal, civil, or business litigation. He also provides compassionate and professional representation for individuals and families who are struggling to pay their debts and can assist and represent them throughout the entire Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy process. Mr. Henson attended law school at the University of Tulsa College of Law. During law school, Mr. Henson worked as a judicial intern for the Honorable Dana L. Kuehn, in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. Before entering law school, Mr. Henson worked at and managed a successful company in Missouri. Since...

Oklahoma personal injury lawyer Paul S. Martin has been honing his craft for more than 30 years now. He received his J.D. from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 1987, and has since achieved outstanding outcomes for hundreds of clients. He is one of the few attorneys in the United States to join the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Elite Lawyers of America for obtaining more than a million dollars for a client through a single settlement or trial verdict. Mr. Martin is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Eastern and...

Nick Larby graduated with Special Distinction from the University of Oklahoma in 2004 with a Bachelor in Business Administration in International Business and Finance. He attended law school at the University of Oklahoma College of Law and received his Juris Doctor degree in 2007.

Mr. Larby began his legal career as a trial attorney with the Abel Law Firm, where he successfully represented victims and survivors of catastrophic injuries throughout the nation. Mr. Larby has attained millions of dollars for his clients over the course of his legal career in a variety of claims.

In recognition...

Focus on Probate, Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Elder Law, Business & Corporate Law and Oil & Gas law.

Jerry Shiles became interested in family law and estate and special needs planning in the Judge Advocate Generals Corps and while assisting a special needs relative. Mr. Shiles focuses on estate and elder law plan-ning, Medicaid, probate, estate litigation, business transactions, and family law (adoptions, guardian-ships). He has lectured at seminars and clinics in Europe, Japan and the U.S. and regularly conducts seminars for attorneys, CPAs, financial planners, nursing home administrators, and others. Mr. Shiles is a Fellow of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Oklahoma City Tax...

Providing estate planning, wills & trusts, and probate services to Tulsa and Wagoner county residents for 39 years. Oklahoma Magazine selected Jeff as a "5-Star Estate Planner" in 2011, and he was named Broken Arrow's best lawyer for 2015 in the Broken Arrow Ledger's "favorites" contest. Representative clients also include AVB Bank, 1st National Bank of Broken Arrow, and RCB Bank.

I am proud to represent people who have been injured, wrongfully lost money or employment, a victim of a civil rights violation or charged with a criminal offense or DUI in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I have built my legal philosophy around the idea that all people should have an avenue to justice when injured or lost money due to the wringful act of another and that the criminal justice system only protects the right of citizens when people charged with crimes are afforded the representation necessary to zealously protect their rights and freedom. I have represented blue collar workers, business professionals,...

Since 2006 I have helped hundreds of people navigate the rough waters that can be the family law legal system.

My practice involves all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, paternity, child custody, child visitation, decree modifications, support alimony, child support, emergency and final protective orders, business valuations, separate property claims, guardianship, and adoptions.

I understand what it is like to struggle. I grew up poor and I have worked for everything that I have. My father was a steel worker and my grandfather was a sharecropper. Growing up I did not know anyone that had been to college, much less law school. Growing up I didn't think that a poor kid such as myself could even be a lawyer. A Sunday school teacher was the first person that suggested to me that I could be lawyer, that Sunday school teacher's confidence in me changed the course of my life.

I was born and raised...

Cristi Grider graduated with highest honors from the University of Tulsa College of Law in 1999, and is founder of the law firm Cristi A. Grider, PLLC. Cristi has been serving clients throughout Oklahoma for more than 20 years in the areas of estate planning & trusts, real estate law, contracts and commercial transactions, and business entity formation. More detailed information about Cristi's background and experience can be found at our website, https://griderlawok.com/about-cristi-grider/ as well as the "Legal Services" links in the website. Our office is conveniently located in south Tulsa.

i was born in the small town of Macks Creek, Missouri. i graduated from Drury College in Springfield, Missouri with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. i attended Oklahoma City University where I received my Juris Doctor degree in law in December 1992.

After working for a firm in Oklahoma City for two (2) years, I opened my own practice, Sanders & Associates, P.C. law office in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on January 2, 1995. I lost my brother as a result of an accident at a cattle plant in Liberal Kansas when I was eighteen (18) years old....

Jonathan is the owner and founder of Liberty Legal Solutions, LLC. He focuses his practice in the areas of business litigation, business formations, transactions, and outside general counsel services for small businesses and their owners. Jonathan strongly believes that small businesses are the backbone of the economy in Oklahoma, and he desires to help small business owners start their businesses on the right foot and then grow their businesses to reach their potential. Prior to founding Liberty Legal Solutions, LLC, Jonathan worked with a general practice firm in Edmond, Oklahoma, where he obtained experience in a variety...

Owner - B.A. Law Center, P.C. - a Broken Arrow law firm specializing in: probate, estate planning, estate administration, and wills and trusts.

While interning at the district attorney’s office, Chuck assisted with the prosecution of DUIs, misdemeanors, and violent crimes. After becoming a licensed attorney, Chuck accepted an appointment as an Assistant District Attorney, a position held until joining RRB in 1991. While serving as the District Attorney, Richardson compiled a 100% conviction rate and led his office to a record-setting conviction rate that exceeded 95%.

In June of 1997, Governor Frank Keating appointed Chuck to serve as the District Attorney for Tulsa County. During his service as the District Attorney, Chuck led the office in implementing policies for approval of criminal charges,...

AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell (Highest Rating for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability according to reviewing Lawyers and Judges)

Oklahoma criminal lawyer Stephen W. Lee is experienced, aggressive and effective when defending his clients. Whether the crime is a felony, misdemeanor or DUI it can be devastating not only the person charged but also for family, friends and loved ones.

If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime, or is under investigation, contact criminal attorney Stephen W. Lee immediately to protect your rights. He will provide valuable assistance in defending you in Tulsa Municipal Court, Tulsa County Court, and other courts throughout the state of Oklahoma.

Remember, NEVER speak to the police without an attorney!

Once a divorce warrior, now working with clients to divorce in a better way. Save your money, your sanity and your dignity. Learn peaceful co-parenting and assure that your children come through this without scares. If you are in Tulsa, or the surrounding area, go to DontFightAboutIt.com, or call 584-1894 to discuss the options you have for divorce.

Mr. Messenger is admitted to practice law in all Oklahoma and Arkansas state courts. He is also admitted in federal district courts for the Northern, Western & Eastern Districts of Oklahoma, as well as the bankruptcy court of the Eastern District of Oklahoma. He is a member in good standing of the Oklahoma and Arkansas Bar Associations and is a member of the Tulsa County Bar Association.

Mr. Messenger practices in all types of civil litigation, including representing individuals in personal injury and death claims arising from automobile accidents, falls, nursing home neglect/abuse and other types of accidents. He has also...

Michael E. Carr is a third-generation lawyer who joined the family business in 2009 He has handled cases across the country and prosecuted numerous cases involving serious injury and death caused by negligent individuals and companies. Michael has litigated a variety of cases ranging from automobile collisions to complex product liability.

Joel LaCourse has a passion for serving people. He has been defending people for almost 25 years in various areas of the law. He has tried hundreds of cases ranging from catastrophic injury and workers compensation to child custody and divorce.

Joel is driven to see justice obtained on behalf of his clients. He will fight for his clients rights in achieving justice, however, believes this can be accomplished with uncompromising integrity, unwavering professional ethics, and moral standards. You can fight and win in the legal arena, and still maintain dignity and character in doing so.

His bar Admissions: All...

I'm an experience criminal defense attorney who focuses his practice on violent offenses. I will aggressively defend your rights and seek to get the best outcome possible.

Mr. Toon is licensed to practice in Oklahoma, Texas, the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, and six Federal Districts. With a devout dedication to ethics and professionalism, he has represented hundreds of clients in a very broad range of legal matters. Mr. Toon has extensive experience as an educator and was an adjunct professor at Northeastern State University where he instructed in the Criminal Justice and International Business Departments. While at NSU, he taught courses in Business Law, Evidence and Court Procedure, Civil Procedure, Criminal Law and Procedure, International Business Law and Transactions, Legal Analysis, and Paralegal Computer Applications. He was an...

Kelly A. Smakal earned her law degree from the University of Arkansas School of Law in Fayetteville in December, 1996. During law school Ms. Smakal was on the Dean’s List, was a member of the Phi Delta Phi legal honor fraternity, the Student Bar Association and various other law school committees. Since that time, Ms. Smakal has focused her practice exclusively on domestic and family litigation matters, including guardianship and adoption. She is a frequent speaker on divorce and family law topics at continuing legal education seminars and has been an adjunct clinical professor of law at the University...