Adam R. Banner

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Adam R. Banner

also known as The Law Offices of Adam R. Banner, P.C., Oklahoma Legal Group

5.0
131 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Oklahoma City, OK
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Child Abuse ... +3 more

1900 Northwest Expy, #603, Oklahoma City, OK

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About Adam

Biography

Our mission is simple: We want to reclaim your good-name and keep you out of harm’s way. Call today.

Our mission is simple: We want to reclaim your good-name and keep you out of harm’s way. Call today.

Our mission is simple: We want to reclaim your good-name and keep you out of harm’s way. Call today.

Our mission is simple: We want to reclaim your good-name and keep you out of harm’s way. Call today.

Our mission is simple: We want to reclaim your good-name and keep you out of harm’s way. Call today.

Our mission is simple: We want to reclaim your good-name and keep you out of harm’s way. Call today.

Our mission is simple: We want to reclaim your good-name and keep you out of harm’s way. Call today.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

40%
Sex Crime 20%

20%
Child Abuse 12%

12%
Violent Crime 12%

12%
Expungement 11%

11%
Appeals 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2023 2022
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+ 7
Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Oklahoma for 14 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2011

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Adam R. Banner, P.C.

1900 Northwest Expy, #603, Oklahoma City, OK, 73118

oklahomalegalgroup.com/

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Adam R. Banner's Reviews

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Posted by Robbie | June 29, 2015 | Criminal Defense

The best criminal attorney in Oklahoma that I have had the pleasure of knowing,

The defense that Adam Banner did for me and my family was awesome! I considered him and his assistant Natalie Christie and her assistant Claire my “DREAM TEAM”. I was dealing with a criminal case that had been going on for 2 years. My first attorney was kicking me to the curb, throwing me to the w...olves and did not communicate with me at all. Naturally I fired him. Adam was my second attorney. He always explained what he was doing and going to do, answered any and all questions I had, and even listened to ideas that I had. He even used some of my ideas in my defense (which is rare for any attorney). He defended me against the 7th largest corporation in the US and he kicked their behinds. My family and I are forever grateful for all that he did. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for an honest, dedicated, hardworking attorney. I definitely consider him the “Wyatt Earp” of criminal attorneys.

Posted by Stephany | May 21, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

I will always keep Adam Banner's number within reach! He's that good!

I loved Adam Banner's work! He's very dedicated to his clients. He ALWAYS kept in contact with me and was very easy to talk to. This was a big deal to me since the other attorneys I've had in my past never returned phone calls, were kind of scary to talk to, and threw me under the bus! He listened to... all my concerns and helped me to win my case! I will definitely refer him to my friends and family if they ever have the need for an attorney and I would definitely use him again. I thank him for everything he did for me. He's absolutely wonderful!

Posted by Larry | January 24, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Mr. Adam Banner - Best Criminal Defense Attorney In The State of Oklahoma !!!!!

Shortly after my 20 year old daughter was arrested and charged with Grand Larceny, we began receiving countless letters from area attorneys, offering their services for her case. We then furthered our search for the best attorney by researching the many web sites advertised and also researching the u...nsolicited list of attorneys in Oklahoma, which is where we found Mr. Adam Banner. After reviewing many profiles, we then selected three attorneys to contact for personal interviews, after which it became very clear that Mr. Banner would be our best bet. After selecting Mr. Banner we had a very thorough open and honest discussion concerning the details of her felony charges. Following the initial conference, Mr. Banner was confident in what he believed he would be able to negotiate with the Assistant District Attorney in this case. He then developed a detailed strategy that included things that my daughter would need to do to support her own case as well as the several other milestones that he would accomplish in the timeline. The court proceedings unfolded identically to what Mr. Banner forecasted that he could accomplish as the outcome. The Grand Larceny charges were ultimately reduced to a misdemeanor and included an agreement with the Assistant District Attorney to completely expunge the record after the completion of a reduced probationary period. After observing the proceedings in the court room, it was clear that Mr. Banner is very well respected by the other Attorneys, the Judges and the Assistant District Attorneys. He handled himself very professionally in every facet of our case, knows his way around the courtroom process very well and was easy to communicate with. He listens intently, keeps his clients updated, makes himself available to answer any questions, is very pleasant to work with and makes you feel comfortable and confident every step of the way. Mr. Banner has also earned himself a very good rapport with the DA's office. If you are needing a Criminal Defense Attorney, please give strong consideration to Mr. Adam Banner, my daughter and I both highly recommend him. Our many hours of research for the right Attorney paid off much better than we expected. We honestly could not have been more pleased with Adam Banner as our attorney, his skills, his personality and the outcome of her case.

Posted by Brandon | April 25, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

A truly honest lawyer!!

I had a matter from several years ago I recently became aware of. I contacted Mr. Banner to help me resolve the matter. He was very upfront and honest about what to expect and was very open about where things stood. In the end he exceeded all of my expectations and was actually able to get the entir...e thing dismissed. I am absolutely thankful for Mr. Banner and highly recommend his services to anyone in need of an honest attorney who works diligently on his clients behalf to resolve matters expediently.

Posted by Wanda | October 16, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Son's criminal defense case - Thank you Adam - you were a God send

Mr. Adam Banner was open, easy to talk to about the case, he did not taking offense at any questions or inquiry but readily shared his strategy and rationale from the first interview to the conclusion of the case. Mr. Banner involved my son and I in my son's case eliciting information and thoughts o...n the issues. He was very knowledgeable on the legal issues. He was always available and returned calls quickly. He connected with my son and my son with him making them a partnership in fighting a bad situation together. We interviewed many lawyers before choosing Mr. Banner, from high end to low end. The only issue I was concerned about after the interviews were completed was that he was relatively new so I obtained the assistance of a Texas lawyer in interviewing who gave Mr. Banner a thumbs up. My son was sold on him - and it was a good choice - the case was dismissed. Mr. Banner made this situation about as easy as it possibly could be by his knowledge, openness, and availability. My son and I are sold on him.

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Adam R. Banner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alyssa Gordy-Leland

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Outstanding criminal defense attorney!"

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John Cannon

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam is an excellent trial attorney and dedicated to every single client he represents. His character and intellect are an asset in any case. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Chad Kelliher

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam's excellent reputation is well-deserved. I endorse this lawyer."

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Matt Swain

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Ross-Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Counselor Banner is an effective advocate for his clients."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edward Blau

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam is a zealous advocate for his clients. He is a skilled trial lawyer, and his clients are always taken care of. I endorse wholeheartedly this lawyer."

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Michael McGovern

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Adam for a number of years and I am consistently impressed with the level of criminal defense representation he delivers for his clients. Mr. Banner's tenacity and drive to advocate for his clients' best interests makes him a formidable opponent for even the most senior prosecutor. His track record is truly astonishing. When it comes to criminal defense and appeals attorneys in Oklahoma, I only refer my clients to Adam because there is no better such representation that money can buy."

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Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Grant Frankfurt

Unknown lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Banner is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."

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Lee Berlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Adam is an extremely intelligent, sharp, respected, aggressive and dedicated criminal defense attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Adam. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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David Hamel

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally worked alongside Mr. Banner on cases, and he is a well-qualified attorney, a dedicated advocate, and is fiercely devoted to his client's best interests."

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Natalie Christie

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ali Khalili

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Craig Hoehns

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Collin Rockett

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Cannon

Criminal defense lawyer

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Chad Kelliher

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael McGovern

Business lawyer

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lee Berlin

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Hamel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Natalie Christie

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ali Khalili

Criminal defense lawyer

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Craig Hoehns

Criminal defense lawyer

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Collin Rockett

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jacob Rowe

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Fitzpatrick

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Scott Harris

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Ryan Coventon

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Dustin Phillips

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2026

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2026

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2026

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oklahoma, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2026

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2026

Platinum Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2026

“Superb” Rated Criminal Defense Attorney, Avvo

2026

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2025

“Superb” Rated Criminal Defense Attorney, Avvo

2025

Platinum Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2025

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2025

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oklahoma, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2025

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2025

Top Attorneys 2025 - Criminal Defense, 405 Magazine

2025

"America's Best-In-State Lawyers" - Oklahoma Criminal Defense, Forbes

2025

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2025

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2024

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2024

“Superb” Rated Criminal Defense Attorney, Avvo

2024

Platinum Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2024

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2024

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oklahoma, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2024

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2024

5 Best Criminal Attorneys in Oklahoma City, Kev's Best

2024

Top Attorneys 2024 - Criminal Defense, 405 Magazine

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2024

10 Best Criminal Lawyers & Attorneys in Oklahoma City, TrustAnalytica

2024

Oklahoma City Best of 2024: Criminal Justice Attorney, BusinessRate

2023

Platinum Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2023

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2023

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2023

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oklahoma, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2023

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2023

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2022

Top Attorneys 2022 - Criminal Defense, 405 Magazine

2022

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2022

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oklahoma, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2022

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2022

Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Expertise

2022

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2022

Platinum Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2021

Top Attorneys 2021 - Criminal Defense, 405 Magazine

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Gold Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2021

Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Expertise

2021

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2021

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oklahoma, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2021

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2020

Top Attorneys 2020 - Appellate Law, 405 Magazine

2020

Gold Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2020

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2020

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oklahoma, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2020

Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Expertise

2020

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2020

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2019

Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Expertise

2019

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oklahoma, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Gold Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2019

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2018

Silver Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2018

Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Expertise

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2018

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2017

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2017

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Three Best Rated

2017

Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oklahoma City, Expertise

2016

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2016

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2015

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2013

Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Lead Counsel

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma, The National Trial Lawyers

2010

Excellence for the Future Award in Corporations, CALI

2009

Excellence for the Future Award in Appellate Writing, CALI

2009

Excellence for the Future Award in Criminal Law, CALI

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Adjunct Professor of Law, Oklahoma City University School of Law

2011 - Present

Owner - Attorney, The Law Offices of Adam R. Banner, P.C.

2008 - 2011

Licensed Legel Intern, Oklahoma County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2011 - Present

Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2011 - Present

Oklahoma Bar Association

2011 - Present

Oklahoma County Bar Association

2011 - Present

American Bar Association

2011 - Present

Federal Bar Association,

2011 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

Sexual Battery

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Lewd Acts to a Child Under 12 (2 Counts)

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Lewd Acts with a Child Under 12

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Murder in the First Degree

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Sexual Battery

Charges Dismissed During Jury Trial

Rape in the First Degree

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Sexual Battery

Acquitted at Jury Trial

First Degree Murder Appeal

Conviction Reversed and Remanded for Dismissal

Rape by Instrumentation

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Sexual Battery

Acquitted at Jury Trial

First Degree Rape

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Lewd or Indecent Proposals to Child Under 16

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Indecent or Lewd Acts with A Child Under 16

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Assault with a Dangerous Weapon

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Violation of Oklahoma Computer Crimes Act

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Child Abuse by Injury

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Oklahoma Supreme Court Appeal

District Court decision affirmed by Oklahoma Supreme Court

First Degree Rape Appeal

Conviction Reversed and Remanded for New Trial

Aggravated Possession of Child Pornography

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Lewd or Indecent Acts in the Presence of a Child

Acquitted at Jury Trial

Indecent or Lewd Acts with A Child Under 16

Acquitted at Jury Trial

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Education

2011

Oklahoma City University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude

2007

University of Oklahoma

BA - Bachelor of Arts, with Academic Distinction

Speaking Engagements

2019

Robert J. Turner American Inn of Court

False Confessions

2018

Cindy Foley Criminal Defense Basics Seminar

Sex, Violent, and Drug Crimes Registration

2017

Cindy Foley Criminal Defense Basics Seminar

Sex, Violent, and Drug Crimes Registration

2017

Chickasaw Nation Bar Association 2017 Winter Seminar

Use of Technology in Legal Practice

2015

Oklahoma City Business Network

"When Should I Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney?"

Publications

2025

2017

Oklahoma Gazette Where's the Transparency?

2014

2014

The Huffington Post When Hell Freezes Over

2014

Oklahoma County Bar Briefcase Cell Phone Records - Searches

2013

Oklahoma Supreme Court Luster v. State

2013

Oklahoma County Bar Briefcase Oklahoma Sex Offender Registration Act Analyzed

2013

2013

LexisNexis publication Why Practice Criminal Law?

2013

LexisNexis publication Is Every Man’s House His Castle?

2013

LexisNexis publication Move Over, Mr. Briefcase

Languages

English

Activity

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