Elton Jenkins

Elton Jenkins

4.5
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 25 years

Family Lawyer at Norman, OK
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

217 East Main, Norman, OK

About Elton

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

We accept all criminal charges including sex crimes, violence, and drug cases. I have been practicing criminal defense in the State of Oklahoma since 1999 with an emphasis on jury trials. This includes high profile and high stakes cases.

26 years | 4,000 cases

50%
Family 50%

With our full staff, associates, and the newest technology we are well equipped to protect you, your children and your bottom line in any family law case.

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oklahoma for 25 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2000

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Elton Jenkins Law, P.L.L.C.

217 East Main, Norman, OK, 73069

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Elton Jenkins's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by G. McCoy | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

"This guy knows what he's doing"

I retained Elton jenkins to defend my complicated felony case. Since the bringing Elton on board he has simplified the matters of the case to the point that he show that there was no criminal intent. Thank you Elton for everthing. I don't know what legal problems you or your loved one may be going t...hrough but dont go through it alone. Elton jenkins knows what he's doing and he can help you.

Posted by Amy | July 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Brilliant Lawyer who WINS !

Elton likes to win, and in the 30+ years I've know him...this hasn't changed. He succeeds in everything he does because he's talented, determined, intelligent and a really hard worker. So when I was needing someone in my corner to defend me, he was my FIRST CHOICE. I knew he was a good lawyer, but... to actually see him in action, well... he was brilliant. He not only still likes to win, but he's even better at it! When you need a lawyer, you need someone who has a great track record. You need someone who has been to trial/court many times. You need someone with years of experience. You need someone who wants to win your case as much as you do... YOU NEED ELTON JENKINS !

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Elton Jenkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Terry Pierce

General practice lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Elton Jenkins for many years. I regularly see him in various courts in central Oklahoma. He is experienced, competent, and conscientious."

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Pete Louden

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Elton is a great attorney who fights hard for his clients. If you have a criminal case, call Elton!"

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Shea Kastl

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Elton is an excellent defense attorney who has practiced in Norman for over 15 years. His attention to his clients rights, as well as their personal well being, is something I have noticed ever since I shared an office with him well over a decade ago. He works well with prosecutors to resolve cases to the benefit of his clients, and in cases where a resolution cannot be obtained, he will take his cases to trial without hesitation in order to obtain justice for his clients. Elton comes with my highest recommendation and trust as a fellow member of the Oklahoma Bar Association."

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Matt Swain

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Elton is a great criminal attorney and an even better guy"

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Scott Banks

Family lawyer

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Pete Louden

Family lawyer

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Keith Nedwick

Family lawyer

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Brian Hall

Criminal defense lawyer

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Terry Pierce

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shea Kastl

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matt Swain

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2013 - 2016

Defense Attorney, Elton Jenkins Attorney at Law

2000 - 2012

Major Crimes Trial Attorney, Oklahoma Indigent Defense

1998 - 1999

Licensed Intern, Cleveland Count District Attorney

Associations

2000 - Present

Cleveland County Bar Association

Member

Cleveland County Criminal Defense Bar

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Smith

Dismissed

State v. Boyer

Dismissed

State v. Feng

Dismissed

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Education

1999

University of Oklahoma College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Central Oklahoma

B.S. Elementary Education

Speaking Engagements

2015

Ethics Course Oklahoma University Law

Ethics

Publications

Languages

English

French

Activity

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