Meltem Karla Tankut

Meltem Karla Tankut

also known as Karla Tankut

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 9 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Paw Paw, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

801 Hazen Street, Suite A, Paw Paw, MI

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Reason: Government Attorney

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 2 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2023

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oklahoma for 9 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2016

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Van Buren County Public Defender’s Office

801 Hazen Street, Suite A, Paw Paw, MI, 49079

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Meltem Karla Tankut's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Botir Rustamov | April 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

CDL SPEEDING TICKET DISMISSED

It was a pleasure working with professional Lawer Karla Tankut who was very attentive and helpful in solving my ticket dilemma. Absolutely one of the best lawyers ever worked with.

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney

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Canadian County Felony DUI

I recommend Tankut Law in Oklahoma City. Karla is personable and explained everything so that I could understand it. She represented me in a felony DUI from Yukon in El Reno Canadian County court. She always quickly responded to texts and helped me find all the classes I needed for court. Highly re...commended!

Posted by JD | October 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Relentless, reliable, and doesn't miss the details 10/10

I was referred to Miss Tankut by a family friend who suggested I give her a call and let her know about my situation. I had figured that the chances of my charges getting dropped were slim to none, but I gave her a call the next day and broke down the mess I'd gotten into. Karla was up front and hon...est with me, it's clear that she knows Oklahoma law very well and I felt more confident about my situation after our first conversation. When I had some questions about my case she answered my calls and texts throughout the process. I am grateful for a year that started off pretty dark but ended up alright thanks to Karla. If you're looking for a knowledgeable attorney that fights for you and doesn't miss the details give her a call!

Posted by Robert | February 1, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Karla Rocks

Karla represented me in a case where I was completely innocent and a victim of criminal identity theft. The D.A. was only trying to convict me with charges with no real evidence and offering me very light sentencing to just get the conviction! Karla literally battled the DA in the court room with a p...assionate energy to not accept ignorance that was being forced on me! She wouldn't make a deal for a false charge and kept my best intentions always first! Long story short she won my case!

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Replied last February 21, 2020

We couldn’t have beat that case if it wasn’t for your patience and willingness to fight for your innocence. Thank you for letting me fight for the truth with you.

Posted by DeAngelo | December 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She Gets Results

Many lawyers out there drum up business by taking shortcuts. Others pay their friends and families for reviews. Most take your money and say they will do their best to resolve it quickly, yet they focus more on resolving it quickly instead of focusing on your best interest. Karla Tankut is not... molded by any of the above scenarios. She's not a "cookie cutter" lawyer. Karla Tankut is: Honest Sincere Genuine Diligent Loyal Knowledgeable Courageous The list goes on... What I like most about Karla Tankut is that she actually cares. She wants the BEST outcome and she will fight for her clients. Karla is thorough and she will explain the process and progression to you step by step. She will also work with your budget because she understands that hardworking people need representation. A lot of people are hesitant to retain young lawyers because they tend to not have "friends" at the courthouse that will rule in their favor. My answer to that is, I am an actual former client of Karla Tankut. I'll be honest, given that I'm a felon, the odds were severely stacked against me. Yet, Karla went into two different courtrooms in front of two different judges on my behalf and came out victorious! I don't plan on being in court anytime soon. But, I will tell you that I will never go into another courtroom without Karla Tankut. DH

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Meltem Karla Tankut's Lawyer Endorsements

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Samantha Duncan

Litigation lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karla is fierce. I've had the opportunity to work with her on numerous cases and I can't recommend her highly enough. If you need an attorney that is ready to go into trial and fight for you, hire Karla Tankut. Karla is an experienced trial attorney that genuinely wants the best for each of her clients. I would recommend my friends and family hire her."

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Brian Boeheim

Family lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"You can be certain Karla will work hard and fight to get you the best resolution possible."

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Jason Edge

Family lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karla is smart and very hard working. An attorney who truly cares about her clients."

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Sabah Khalaf

Family lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I met Karla when she was a law student through the TU Law Mentoring program. We immediately became friends and she ultimately worked for me as an intern. Karla was immediately passionate about her cases, her clients and their stories. She is an excellent lawyer and advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."

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John Andrew

Family lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse Karla. She is a great family law attorney. I would highly consider her if I needed a family law attorney of my own."

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Stephen Edge

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karla is a dedicated and caring attorney, always looking out for her clients and fighting for their interests."

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Bruce Edge

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Karla is an extremely intelligent, focused, determined and confident lawyer. I have witnessed her passion for her clients first hand and have seen the level of her commitment to her profession. She has great writing/analytical skills and is destined to make a name for herself as she fights for her clients."

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Samantha Duncan

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Brian Boeheim

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2016

Trial Advocacy Institute Certificate of Completion, Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Chief Public Defender, Van Buren County Public Defender’s Office

2020 - 2024

Owner/Criminal Defense Attorney, Tankut Law, PLLC

2020 - 2024

Special Judge, The City of Oklahoma City Municipal Court

2018 - 2020

Non-Capital Trial Attorney, Oklahoma Indigent Defense System

2017 - 2018

Criminal Defense Attorney, Oklahoma Public Defenders Office

2016 - 2017

Criminal Defense Attorney, Edge Law Firm, PC

2016 - 2017

Principal Family Law Attorney, Edge Divorce, LLC

2015 - 2015

Licensed Legal Intern, Lobeck Taylor Family Advocacy Clinic

2015 - 2015

Legal Extern, Federal Public Defender's Office

2015 - 2016

Licensed Legal Intern, Edge Law Firm, PC

2015 - 2016

Research Assistant for Professor Russell Christopher, University of Tulsa College of Law

2014 - 2015

Legal Intern, The Khalaf Law Firm PLLC

2014 - 2015

Internship, Honorable Judge Daman Cantrell

2014 - 2014

Tax law intern, BDO USA, LLP

2014 - 2014

Tax law intern, Hogan Taylor, LLP

2013 - 2013

Risk Management, Hub International

Associations

2023 - Present

Michigan Bar Association

Member

2021 - Present

National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2016 - Present

Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Oklahoma Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Criminal Appeal

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Felony possession dismissed

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Education

2015

University of Tulsa College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

Oklahoma State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

OKSTATE Guest Speaker

Personal Marketing

2015

OKSTATE Guest Speaker

Personal Marketing

Publications

2015

Lobeck Taylor Family Advocacy Clinic/University of Tulsa College of Law Litigant Assessment Tool

Languages

English

Turkish

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