Sara Murphy and her staff were top notch when I needed her help in creating a Trust for my partner and I. She was very professional courteous and took the time to answer all our questions.
I would HIGHLY recommend Sara, she was GREAT!!!
After my husband’s death, I had an issue with getting paid for a mineral rights lease. The check, payable to me, was never issued. This oil company constantly found reasons for holding the payment. After hiring Sara Murphy, she “made it happen.” I like to think that good people make good things happen. I can happily say that she and her professional (and persistent) actions helped me finalize this problem.
“Glory Hallelujah!”
Sara Murphy Bondurant is a Senior Attorney at Graft and Walraven PLLC in Oklahoma City. Her practice includes estate planning, elder law and Medicaid planning, special needs planning, Veterans benefits, tax planning, guardianships, probates, adoptions, real estate, and business matters. Sara regularly speaks to attorneys, CPAs, health care professionals and the public about estate planning and elder law. As a former caregiver herself, Sara is a passionate advocate for her clients.
Sara is a member of the State of Oklahoma, Oklahoma County and American Bar Associations. She is licensed to practice in all district and federal courts in Oklahoma and is a member of the Oklahoma Bar Association Estate Planning and Tax divisions. Sara graduated from East Central University with honors and the University of Oklahoma School of Law. She is a Member of Wealth Counsel, National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, Advisors Forum, and the Oklahoma County Tax, Probate and Estate Planning sections. Sara serves as a current Board Member and past President to the Board of Areawide Aging Agency for the State of Oklahoma. Sara is a certified FINRA arbitrator helping resolve securities-related disputes.
Sara founded the Oklahoma County Courthouse Access Clinic for guardianships and probates, which provides assistance to those with low income and special needs disadvantages. Sara provides pro bono crisis planning for hospice and end of life patients. She is the President of Oklahoma Puppy Express and an adjunct professor of several college level courses. Sara is the Municipal Judge for the City of Cashion. In addition, she serves as a Reserve Deputy for the Canadian County Sheriff’s Department assigned to patrol and investigations divisions. Most importantly Sara is the wife to Michael and mother to Jude, Violet and Tarin.
EDUCATION: University of Oklahoma Law School J.D. East Central University, B.A., Honors ADMISSIONS: All District and Federal Courts in Oklahoma Oklahoma Bar Association Estate Planning and Tax Divisions Oklahoma AREAS OF PRACTICE: Estate Planning Elder Law Medicaid Planning Special Needs Planning Veterans Benefits Tax Planning Guardianship Adoption Business Planning and Formation Real Estate Asset Protection Probate MEMBERSHIPS: American Bar Association Oklahoma State Bar Association Oklahoma County Bar Association Oklahoma Bar Association Estate Planning and Tax Divisions Board Member and Past President to the Board of Areawide Aging Agency for the State of Oklahoma WealthCounsel National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Advisors Forum Certified Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Arbitrator Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) Certified Canadian County Bar Association RECOGNITION: Recognized by The Journal Record’s 50 Making A Difference, Woman of the Year Recognized by the Oklahoma Bar Association for the award of Outstanding Pro Bono Service 2018 Mona Salyer Lambird Service to Children Award – Attorney Volunteer of the year
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Trust Fund
Sara Murphy and her staff were top notch when I needed her help in creating a Trust for my partner and I. She was very professional courteous and took the time to answer all our questions.
I would HIGHLY recommend Sara, she was GREAT!!!
Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2020
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A “Persnickety” problem with an Oil Lease
After my husband’s death, I had an issue with getting paid for a mineral rights lease. The check, payable to me, was never issued. This oil company constantly found reasons for holding the payment. After hiring Sara Murphy, she “made it happen.” I like to think that good people make good things happen. I can happily say that she and her professional (and persistent) actions helped me finalize this problem.
“Glory Hallelujah!”
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Posted by Dana | March 24, 2020
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Excellent elder care consultation
I contacted this attorney to consult about elder care issues for my aunt in the OKC area. Sara was willing to provide consultation/guidance in the Medicaid assisted living arena by phone as I live in Houston Tx. For personal reasons, I didn’t end up hiring her, but if my circumstances change, I would definitely retain her for her expertise. She is warm, caring and compassionate in her approach.
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Posted by Steve M | March 13, 2018
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Highly Recommended
Legalese is frustrating. I like the professionalism and that they explain in laymans terms what you have and what you need. Highly recommended.
Posted by Brent | December 8, 2017
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Amazing service and very thorough
Sara and Legacy Legal have helped me prepare our wills and how we would like to help our family when we pass. She was extremely helpful and made sure to ask questions so she didn't miss anything. With her help we feel prepared for our future and our family's future. What is best is that as laws change, and they always do, Legacy Legal will keep my will and other paperwork up to date so there are no holes to cause problems in the future.
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Posted by Sydney | December 8, 2017
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Amazing Knowledgeable Attorney
We have been blessed to have Sara and her entire team help our family and family-owned business. They have taken care of our will as well as business filing documents in an extremely quick and professional manner. I would highly recommend Sara.
Posted by Dana | December 8, 2017
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Principal / President
Sara Murphy and her team take care of all of our legal needs. Both personal and with our Company. She has set up a Special Needs trust and has worked with us with the utmost integrity and efficiency. The one thing I appreciate most in addition to her expertise is how personable she is and has gone the extra mile to ensure that whatever our needs are they were taken care of.
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Estate planning Attorney | Jun 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Sara has represented my family in several matters, including trust formation, estate planning, business planning, elder law and Medicaid planning. She is not only a brilliant lawyer, but is also insightful, discerning and a fierce advocate for her clients. Her staff is courteous, professional and responds quickly to all inquiries. I recommend Sara to any person with legal needs in the areas of estate planning, elder law, business planning, probate and guardianship. Sara’s passion for her work and dedication to her clients are an example to all attorneys."
Estate planning Attorney | Apr 04
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Sara is extremely knowledgable in this area of law. She handles complex matters and is very personable with all her clients, ensuring they fully understand everything before they leave her office. She is very passionate about helping others."