Michael Risley received his B.A. from the University of Oklahoma in 2005. As an undergraduate, Mr. Risley spent seven months in northeastern Thailand doing human rights work, where he learned the value of doing the right thing, even in the face of adversity.
In 2008, at the University of Tulsa College of Law, Mr. Risley was awarded the American Bar Association's Curtin Fellowship for his work in alternative sentencing for homeless defendants.
Unable to refuse the call of home, Mr. Risley returned to O.U. in 2009, where he did pro bono criminal defense work for low- and no-income clients at the O.U. College of Law's Criminal Defense Clinic. He was awarded his J.D in 2010 and admitted to the Oklahoma Bar in the same year.
Mr. Risley was born in Singapore to his Norwegian mother and American father, and split his childhood between England and Oklahoma. His out-of-the-ordinary life experience has instilled in him a long standing respect for diversity and a commitment to serving others, which he puts at the forefront of his legal practice.
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Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2018 | Expungement
Need heed help
I got fines in Krebs an McAlester an got two kids it's hard too keep up been battleing for a year or 2 now my fines are 2 to 3 thound dollars they took my car an my driver's license idk how to get back or even fix all this every time I start paying I get 3steps behind been to Jain over it two differe...
Posted by Donnie | March 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
EXCELLENT SERVICE
I didn't want my charges hanging over my head for the rest of my life. Michael Risley made them disappear!! It was a painless (except for payment) process which we handled through email and phone. I couldn't be happier. Great communication with Michael and his staff.
Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
EXCELLENT!!
People make mistakes when they are young, and unless you want them to follow you all your life, you have to hire an Attorney to help you wipe your slate clean. After trying two different Attorney's in 4 years, we were about to just give up. Then, we contacted Michael Risley . We don't live in Oklaho...
Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Very Professional and Responsive
I live in California and needed help in getting my Oklahoma conviction expunged. Mr. Risley immediately responded to my inquiry and was very knowledgeable about these procedures . He knew how to handle this matter without my having to travel back to Oklahoma to take care of it. I needed this done...
Posted by Cheryl | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Very Professional and Very Helpful
We worked directly with Michael Risley and his assistant Paul. They told us exactly what steps they would be taking and about how long the process would take. They know what they are doing handling expungements in different counties. They kept us informed along the process and did not mind at all whe...
"Mr. Risley is one of the top criminal expungement and pardon attorney's I know in Oklahoma. I gladly endorse this attorney."
"Michael is incredibly smart and a tireless researcher. He will always find the most relevant authority to prove a clients' case and has quickly established himself as an expert in certain areas of law. Despite being a recent member of the Bar, I consider him a great resource as well as a committed colleague who works to find the very best outcome for his clients. He conducts himself with integrity and cares deeply about helping people achieve their legal goals."
"Michael knows expungements. He is devoted to providing his clients with the best representation possible. He is not only an incredible attorney but also a man of integrity. I confidently refer clients to Michael because I trust that he among the best in the business."
"Mr. Risley is quickly establishing himself as a very knowledgeable and tenacious advocate for his clients. I have no reservations in recommending him as a primary choice for anyone looking for an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Risley is a talented, compassionate attorney, who will work tirelessly for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone of my clients, friends, or family."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Risley is a very capable attorney, and I would happily recommend client's of mine to him when seeking an attorney in Oklahoma."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr Risley is a very intelligent lawyer. I would not think twice to send a client his way. If you are looking for an honest lawyer that charges a reasonable fee, Mr. Risley is your man."
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Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2009
Robert T. Rennie Scholar, University of Oklahoma College of Law
2008
The Curtin Fellowship, American Bar Association
2008
Three Time Dean's Honor Roll, University of Tulsa College of Law
2008
University Fund Scholar, University of Tulsa College of Law
2010 - Present
Attorney - Owner, Michael A. Risley, Attorney & Counselor at Law, PLLC
2009 - 2010
Criminal Defense Clinic, University Of Oklahoma Law School
2008 - 2009
Curtin Fellowship, American Bar Association
2007 - 2008
Law Clerk, Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma
2012 - Present
Oklahoma County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
University of Oklahoma Alumni AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
Phi Delta PhiMember
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