$ 600-750 per hour
About Robert
Biography
I am an attorney because I am passionate about the role of law in improving the individual and collective lives of the members of our society. With a law license, one has countless rights, and with them, serious responsibilities. So much of life's conflicts are due to the polarization of individuals--the focus on our differences: Christian or Muslim, Gay or Straight, Rich or Poor . . . the list goes on. Instead, the rule of law and its practice can soften those differences and instead, serve to focus on our commonalities--the things that unite us as people in this world.
The often combativeness of the practice of law can be intellectually stimulating and emotionally fulfilling--but the focus must be on the impact it has on the lives of our clients and those around us. This is where the ethics of each individual attorney must be be engaged and managed to serve our purpose in this role, rather than in feathering our individuals needs, legitimate or otherwise.
There is much wonderful about life in our world, yet there is so much pain and unfairness. Each of us much choose for ourselves whether we are going to contribute to the conflict, or to the solutions. The consideration of this opportunity is what I hope governs each decision I make each day.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
40%
25 years | 500 cases
Arbitration
20%
21 years | 120 cases
Litigation
20%
25 years | 500 cases
Business
15%
25 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Kansas for 5 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Iowa for 6 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 7 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 7 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kentucky for 7 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 8 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 8 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 8 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 8 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alaska for 8 years
State: Alaska
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arkansas for 8 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 8 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 9 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oklahoma for 24 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Haupt Law P.C.
9393 W. 110th Street, Corporate Woods, Suite 500, Overland Park, KS, 66210
Haupt Law P.C.
201 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, Suite 700, Oklahoma City, OK, 73102
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Robert J Haupt's Reviews
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Posted by Gregory | November 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Mr.
I give Robert Haupt my highest recommendation. He is client focused, extremely knowledgeable, and cost conscious. I have worked with him on numerous legal issues when he was hired by the firm I previously worked at as well as hiring him for personal matters.
Posted by Linda | October 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Consistent professional. Highly Recommended
Bob, I would like to express my gratitude to you for all the care and concern you have always shown us over the years, and for working tirelessly to ensure the law works in our favor. Your professional expertise, support and guidance represent only a fraction of your real value. Your critical an...
Posted by Ammar | July 7, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Appreciation and Gratitude
Mr. Haupt is an amazing attorney, boss, and friend to have. I consulted him in few legal matters that concerned me personally. He has guided me through them. Also, he is a genuine kind person who I love running into all the time. He is super respectful, in fact, I have hardly met someone like him. ...
Robert Haupt
Replied last September 10, 2018I am proud to know Ammar and humbled by his gracious remarks. Nothing is more important that the relationships that define us. Thank you, Ammar.
Posted by John | May 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great work
Bob represented my company in a complex insurance matter involving significant exposure. The matter involved a multi-year and heavily litigated dispute. I could not have been more pleased with both the resolution and with the manner by which the work was done. Thanks!
Posted by Jackie | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceeded Expectations on A Difficult Corporate Case
Our company was at risk of serious legal action by a large NYC Corporation. I retained Bob because of his smarts and reputation. In spite of an aggressive timetable to respond to the opposing counsel, he was able to immediately reach out by phone to determine if the matter could be resolved quickly...
Robert J Haupt's Lawyer Endorsements
"I consider Bob a mentor and a friend. He is professional, courteous and always available to answer questions. I trust his judgment more than any other attorney in the industry. I worked for Bob for 2 years and know that he treats his employees with the utmost respect and generosity. It was a pleasure working for him."
"Bob is a brilliant business mind combined with exceptional legal skills. This rare combination allows him to understand a client's situation and utilize his legal skills to reach an efficient and favorable result. Bob's skills in representing commercial clients, consumer debt clients, and bankruptcy clients are unmatched."
Dennis Smith
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Superb 10/10 (2016 - present), AVVO
2012
Best Lawyers. Bankr Litigation, Land Use/Zoning (2012 - present), US News and World Report (Okla., Kans. Mo.)
2011
Attorney of the Year, Cent. Okla. Assn. of Legal Assistants
2010
AV Preeminent Rated (2010-present), Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyers. Bankr, Bus Litig, Land Use/Zoning (2010-present), Super Lawyers Magazine (Okla., Kans., Mo.)
2009
Leadership In Law, Oklahoma County Bar Assn.
2008
Listing of Recommended Insurance Attorneys and Adjusters, A. M. Best
2001
Alumni Association Service Award, Oklahoma City University School of Law
1991
Restaurateur of the Year, Arkansas Times magazine
1989
Gold Key Award, Arkansas Hospitality Association
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Managing Member, Haupt Law P.C.
2018 - 2025
Partner, Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation, Lathrop GPM, LLP (formerly Lathrop Gage, LLP)
2014 - 2017
Founder/CEO, National Litigation Law Group, PLLC
2008 - 2014
Director/Shareholder, Phillips Murrah PC
2006 - 2018
President, Haupt Law PC
2001 - 2008
Managing Member, Haupt Brooks Vandruff Cloar, PLLC
1993 - 2008
President, HG CORP
1989 - 1994
President, Center Properties, Inc.
Associations
2020 - Present
American Arbitration AssociationPanel Arbitrator, Commercial and Consumer
2020 - Present
FINRAPanel Arbitrator
2017 - Present
Oklahoma City University School of LawExecutive Board
1987 - Present
American Hotel and Motel Assn.Certified Hotel Administrator
2016 - 2018
Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember, Diversity Committee
2016 - 2018
Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember, Access to Justice Committee
2009 - 2010
Oklahoma County Bar Assn.Bankruptcy Section, President
2007 - 2008
OCU School of Law, Alumni Assn.President
2007 - 2008
Okla. State Dept. of Mental HealthGuardian Ad Litem Task Force
2004 - 2012
Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember, Professionalism Committee
2004 - 2011
Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember, Law Schools Committee
2002 - 2005
Oklahoma City Univ. School of LawExecutive Board
1997 - 1998
Univ. of Central OklahomaBusiness Advisory Council
1989 - 1992
Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion CommissionChairman
1985 - 1991
Arkansas Lodging AssociationDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
Private Arbitration - Real Estate
Successful arbitration award in favor of claimant/client. 100% of claim awarded with attorneys' fees and costs
In re: Vita Craft Corporation
Plan Confirmed in contested proceeding
National Green Gas v. eStrategy, Inc., et al
Jury Verdict in favor of Plaintiff Client
Private Arbitration--Civil Rights
Arbitration Award in favor of Claimant Client
RBS Citizens Bank v. Zerby Interests, Inc.
Jury Verdict in favor of Plaintiff, Client
Okla. Dept of Securities v. Wilcox, Matthews (691 F.3d 1171 (10th Cir. 2012))
Reversal in favor of clients
Multi-State Hotel Receivership
Matter resolved
Imperial Capital Bank. V. Sussex Group, LLC
Ruling in favor of client.
Hotel Expert Witness
Mamoodjanloo v. Wolf
Appeal affirmed in favor of client
Whitehorse v. Johnson
Appeal affirmed in favor of client
Sec. 1983 Civil Rights Actions against County Officials
Significant Settlement in favor of clients
Kripp v. Luton, et al (Case No. 05-7062 (10th Cir. 2006))
Partial Reversal and partial affirmation, resulting in the case being remanded for further proceedings in the district court.
Jones v. Mercy Health Center, Inc.
Reversal
Duran v. United States
Appeal reversed in favor of client
Hotel/Casino Receivership
Property Sold out of Receivership
Hotel Receivership
Receivership terminated by agreement of the parties
Multiple Hospitality Receiverships
Each matter resolved unique to its issues and the parties' interests
Education
N/A
Oklahoma City University School of Law
JD with High Honors
N/A
Oklahoma Baptist University
BA, Magna Cum Laude
N/A
University of Chicago
MA Program in Social Sciences
N/A
Seinan Gakuin University
Diploma, Japanese Studies
Speaking Engagements
2025
Webinar
Distressed (financial) Situations Overview
2021
Annual Advanced Bankruptcy Seminar
Hotels, Workouts, Receiverships and other Stuff
2020
Legal Ethics of Contracts and Negotiations
Business Contracts: What you DIDN'T Learn in Law School (Negotiation Techniques You Won't Learn in Law School
2020
Lathrop GPM Webinar
Preparing for Franchisee Bankruptcies in a COVID-19 World
2018
Information Warfare Summit 11
Data Security for Law Firms and the Culture of Compliance
2018
Bankruptcy Section Luncheon
Debt Settlement: A viable alternative to consumer bankruptcy?
2012
Oklahoma Continuing Education
Primer on Consumer Bankruptcy for Non-Bankruptcy Practitioners
2009
Negotiating Commercial Leases
Negotiating Commercial Leases: Chapter on Impact of Bankruptcy
2003
Oklahoma Continuing Education
Negotiating and Drafting Acquisition Agreements in Oklahoma
Publications
2024
Thomson Reuters
Editorial Board, Commercial Bankruptcy Litigation, "Intersection of UCC Article 90 and the Bankruptcy Code for Perfecting Security Interests"; Enforcement Options and Issues to Consider When Exercising UCC Article 9 Remedies"; "Fraudulent Transfer Actions and Section 546(e) -- The Safe Harbor Provision"; and "DEbtor Financing and Cash Collateral Litigation"
2024
2021
Oklahoma Bar Association, Annual Advanced Bankruptcy Seminar
Hotels, Workouts, Receiverships and Other Stuff
2018
Missouri Hotel & Lodging Association ("Heads 'n Beds")
"Are You Ready for the Coming Recession?"
2017
The Oklahoman
An Open Response to a Recent Presidential Order (Guest Column Challenging the Constitutionality of Immigration Ban)
2017
LinkedIn
Disaster Recovery and Succession Planning. What happens if . . .
2017
LinkedIn
The call that comes in the middle of the night . . .
2014
The Journal Record
Gavel to Gavel: Paying a Premium (Guest Column discussing concept and application of the Common Law)
2012
The Journal Record
Tomorrow May Be Too Late (Guest Column discussing recent events of gun violence)
2011
Oklahoma Bar Journal
'A Weapon Unused': Offers of Judgment in Part under Okla. Stat. tit., 12, Sec. 1106 - Forgotten, Misunderstood and Unused (w/ Robert J. Campbell, Jr. and Leslie L. Lynch)
2010
Trigild
Guide to Receivership and Foreclosure, Oklahoma Chapter
2010
The Journal Record
Nations Thirst for Place at Table (w/ Robert J. Campbell, Jr. and G. Calvin Sharpe) (Guest column analysis of State of Oklahoma and Native American conflict of water rights)
2009
Trigild
Guide to Receivership and Foreclosure, Oklahoma Chapter
2009
ABA Bankruptcy Litigation
Net Present Valuation: Summary and Application (Analysis of time value of money and its application)
2009
ABA Bankruptcy Litigation
11 USC Sec. 523(a)(19) Application to Denial of Discharge to Securities Law Violators (w/ Robert N. Sheets and M. Jonathan Hayes)
2009
Sterling Education Services, Inc.
Negotiating Commercial Lease (Ch. on Banrkutpcy)
2008
Oklahoma County Bar Briefcase
Three Essays on Family Law (Tender Years Doctrine Revisited; A Kindler, Gentler Divorce? or just common sense; If I am going to lose my arm, then cut it off quickly)
2005
The Oklahoman
Founders Sought Real Separation (Op-Ed regarding the USSC cases involving the promotion and display of the Ten Commandments on government property)
2004
The National Agricultural Law Center, University of Arkansas School of Law (originally published in the Oklahoma City University Law Review)
When is a farmer a family farmer? An analysis of Chapter 12 Income Qualifications
2003
The Oklahoman
Critics Miss the Court's Point (Op-Ed regarding recent USSC cases involving the Univ of Michigan Law School race based admission policy)
2001
Journal of American Indian Law
Never Lay a Salmon on the Ground with its Head Toward the Water (Summary of sovereignty conflict involving the STate of Washington and the Yakima Tribe (liquor laws))
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers