Tamera Childers
About Tamera
Biography
Tamera Childers is an experienced family law attorney whose practice is concentrated on divorce, separation, child custody & visitation, property division, support alimony, and child support. As one of Tulsa's top attorneys, Tamera is skilled in and out of the courtroom. She works hard for her clients and takes the time to listen to your needs and explain your options. Tamera's clients can expect sound legal advise and quality work at every phase of a case. As a result, Tamera has earned a reputation of excellence and uncompromising integrity.
Tamera Childers is listed as one of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Oklahoma by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys. She is an AV-rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell® Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers, exclusively for women attorneys who have received the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards from their peers. Less than 5% of women lawyers have been recognized with an AV Preeminent Rating.
Representative Experience
- High Conflict Divorce Matters
- Complex Financial Matters
- Child Custody & Visitation
- Child Support
- Modification of Existing Orders
- Support Alimony
- Premarital Agreements
- Property Division
- Valuation of Businesses
- Paternity Matters
- Grandparent Visitation
- Guardianships
- Relocation
- Protective Orders
- International Child Abduction (Hague Convention)
Tamera also contributes to the swift resolution of conflict by serving as Parenting Coordinator, Guardian ad Litem, and Mediator in a variety of cases and issues. In addition to lawyering, Ms. Childers serves as the Municipal Court Judge for the City Bixby, where she presides over juvenile matters, traffic violations, misdemeanor offenses, and assorted community and administrative duties.
Professional, Community and Pro Bono Involvement
- Municipal Court Judge for the City of Bixby
- AV Preeminent™ Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating
- Recognized by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys as one of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Oklahoma
- Executive Board of the Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section
- University of Tulsa College of Law Alumni Association Board of Directors
- Oklahoma Bar Association House of Delegates
- Listed in Super Lawyers®
- Tulsa County Family Court Quality Assurance Panel Member
- Tulsa County Bar Association Board of Directors, Fee Arbitration Committee Chair
- Fellow of the Oklahoma Bar Foundation
- Graduate of the Oklahoma Bar Association Leadership Academy Class of 2012
- Former Adjunct Faculty Member of the University of Tulsa College of Law
- Admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Northern, Western and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma
- 10 Best Family Law Attorneys in Oklahoma by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
23 years
23 years
23 years
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oklahoma for 22 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 2003
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Location
Law Offices of Tamera Childers
2642 East 21st Street, Suite 240, Tulsa, OK, 74114
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Tamera Childers's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
54 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 54 reviews
Posted by Barbara | June 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent
My son recently went back to court on a very complex child custody case. I was so impressed with Tamera Childers and her staff. Ms. Childers is very knowledgeable about the law! She worked together with my son, to find the best outcome, for my grandchild. She is very kind and compassionate with h...
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Beware of Attorney
This attorney took my retainer and said that she would represent me in a difficult divorce. Her staff was supposed to contact me about an imminent and upcoming important deadline in my case. However, there was no communication, so after six days I called her office to inquire on status. Then wit...
Posted by Jason | April 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Responsive, knowledgeable, and fair
I’ve been using Tamera for over 12 years now, and she’s helped me with everything from a divorce, a custody battle, business issues, and most recently a name change for myself and my children. She’s always fast and fair, never overcharges me or bills for unnecessary items or time, and always manages...
Posted by Michaela | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
Tamera worked extremely hard on my divorce case. She listened to me, respected my needs, and took the steps necessary to provide my best interest. She will fight for you and is transparent throughout the entire process.
Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce attorney
A family member recently used Tamera in her divorce. She was impressive in the professional, level-headed advice and guidance provided. Her professionalism was vital in guiding her through what is always an emotional, difficult process.
Tamera Childers's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had cases against Tammy. She has mediated cases for my clients. She is one of the most knowledgeable attorneys in family law I know. She is aggressive and practical and gets the job done for her clients. I highly recommend Tamera Childers."
"Ms. Childers is an excellent attorney. She is very knowledgeable and professional. I am impressed with her work and would definitely refer potential clients to her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Tamera is an excellent lawyer. She works hard for her clients. She never quits fighting. I strongly endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tammy is an excellent family law attorney. She is very professional and a skilled litigator."
"Tamera will listen to your needs and then she will develop and implement a plan to address your needs and resolve your issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. Honest and easy to work with. She is very competent and knows what she is doing. It is a pleasure to work on a case with her."
"I have known Ms. Childers for five years and have worked both alongside and against her in several matters and have always been impressed with her professionalism, legal knowledge, and willingness to go to bat for her clients. I would not hesitate referring potential clients to Ms. Childers."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Chair Award, Oklahoma Bar Association, Family Law Section
2013
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Oklahoma, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2010
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2003
CALI Award for Excellence (4), University of Tulsa College of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Managing Member, Tamera A. Childers, PLLC
2012 - Present
Municipal Court Judge, City of Bixby
2014 - 2015
Of Counsel, Doerner Saunders Daniel Anderson
2004 - 2014
Shareholder, Jones Gotcher & Bogan, PC
Associations
2015 - Present
Tulsa County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2013 - Present
Oklahoma Bar AssociationHouse of Delegates
2011 - Present
Oklahoma Municipal Judges AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Tulsa County Family CourtQuality Assurance Panel Member
2007 - Present
Oklahoma Bar Association, Family Law SectionExecutive Board & Former Chairperson
2004 - Present
Oklahoma Bar FoundationFellow
2012 - 2012
Oklahoma Bar Association Leadership AcademyClass of 2012
2008 - 2014
University of Tulsa College of LawAlumni Association Board of Directors
Education
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2011
Hague Convention
Languages
English