Riley Kern

Riley Kern

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 11 years

Trusts Lawyer at Tulsa, OK
Practice Areas: Trusts, Probate, Business ... +2 more

7813 S Harvard Ave, Tulsa, OK

About Riley

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 5%

We help people manage the probate of a will, estate administrations, and summary administrations.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oklahoma for 11 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2014

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Tallgrass Estate Planning

7813 S Harvard Ave, Tulsa, OK, 74136

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Riley Kern's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Zachariah | February 2, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

A Lawyer Who Understands Client Needs

I am thoroughly impressed with the way Riley approaches client interactions. He and Laurel make the entire process welcoming and inviting, which is what a client wants when discussing very private and sometimes uncomfortable issues relating to their estate planning. In just a few minutes, one gets th...e sense that Riley truly cares about families and planning for the future of his clients.

Posted by Caitlin | September 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing To Work With!

My husband and I worked with Riley to set up our trust. As someone who lost a parent who had done no estate planning this was very important to both of us. While it is difficult to think of leaving behind our daughter, Riley made the process so easy. He was so helpful in making sure our questions wer...e not only answered but also explained. I do not know any legal jargon, but I left our meetings with a full understanding of our trust and it's terms, of all my questions, and of how to make the best decisions for our daughter. It is a relief to know that, in the event of an untimely death, not only will she be taken care of, but so will the people who are left to care for her. It is a relief to not worry that our families would have to wonder what we would have wanted. Riley did an amazing job at relaying the importance of estate planning for everyone, including a young family like mine. He was relatable, reliable, attentive, and helpful. We both left each meeting feeling like Riley was truly working FOR us and was in our corner.

Posted by Meredith | April 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Trust is for Eveeyone

I always believed that trusts were things that only very rich people had. I was wrong. My husband and I have 3 young sons and we wanted to ensure that should anything tragic happen to one or both of us our boys would be protected. Meeting with Riley was one of the best decisions we have made for our ...family. He was able to help us see the value of estate planning, develop a plan for our family and formulate a way to create a legacy for our children. Estate planning is absolutely for every person and family and Riley Kern is the lawyer to assist you with this. He is patient, explained legal jargon in a way I could understand, he is ethical, a family man who understands the love we have for our children and helped us convey that in our trust and his pricing is very fair. I cannot stress enough what a wonderful and empowering process estate planning with Riley was. If you are on the fence please call him. You will instantly see a trust created with Riley is the right decision for your family.

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Riley Kern's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ashley Leavitt

Probate lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Riley is a highly knowledgeable and skilled attorney. While we practice in different areas of law, I can count on Riley to take the time to help me understand probate to better serve my own clients. I highly recommend him as an outstanding attorney and all-around individual."

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Daniel Aizenman

Guardianship lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I would highly reccomend Riley. Not only will get the job done and get it right, but he is just a flat out great guy. He really cares about helping people and doing the right thing. These are traits you definitely should be looking for when selecting an attorney."

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Rachel Farrar

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Riley long enough to know that it is in his nature to connect with people rather than just to 'deal' with them. Every person's story is different, and Riley loves that about people. Riley instinctively listens to learn more about the people he is working with and what is important to them, which helps him to determine how their needs might best be met. His empathetic nature and love of individuality means that he spends as much time as needed to make sure people fully understand their options, and that he respects the choices people make for their own reasons. Estate planning can be an overwhelming, confusing, and emotional experience. Riley is exactly the kind of person I believe should be guiding people through it."

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John Andrew

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Riley Kern is a lawyer of integrity who is passionate about his practice. He is a friend who has supported me in the past. If you have any estate planning or ANY legal need, he will effectively help you meet your need."

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Howard Berkson

Estate planning lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Riley is a great writer and an excellent presenter with superb organization. Not only that, he's a bright and conscientious attorney. I recommend him without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2014

R. Steven Chandler Award, University of Tulsa College of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Tallgrass Estate Planning

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, Barber & Bartz

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, Rogers & Bell

2014 - 2016

Attorney, RTY Law

2013 - 2014

Legal Intern, Riggs, Abney, Neal, Turpen, Orbison & Lewis, PC

2012 - 2012

Judicial Law Clerk, Hon. Rebecca Brett Nightingale

2012 - 2012

Legal Intern, Ireland - Department of Food, Agriculture, and the Marine

2012 - 2012

Legal Intern, United States Attorneys' Office

Associations

2020 - Present

1st Step Male Diversion Program

Board of Directors

2020 - Present

Osage Forest of Peace

Board of Directors

2020 - Present

SWERVE Foundation

Board of Directors

2015 - Present

Equality Business Alliance

Member

2015 - Present

Tulsa County Bar Association

Lawyer Referral Service

2014 - Present

Tulsa County Bar Association Estate, Probate, Elder Law, Tax Section

Member

2014 - Present

Oklahoma Bar Association, Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Section

Member

2016 - 2018

Tulsa County Bar Association - Esate, Probate, Elder Law, Tax Section

Chair

2015 - 2016

Financial Planning Association

Board of Directors

2014 - 2016

Criminal Justice Outreach - All Souls Church

Chairperson

Sample of Legal Cases

Retirement Trust Plan

Retirement accounts protected

Irrevocable Trust Plan

Asset protection

Trust for Young Family

Peace of mind

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Education

2014

University of Tulsa College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

University College Dublin, Sutherland School of Law

2012

University College Dublin, Sutherland School of Law

2011

Oklahoma State University, Stillwater

MS - Master of Science

2009

Oklahoma State University, Stillwater

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2020

Tulsa Estate Planning Forum

Veteran Asset Protection Planning

2020

Oklahoma Bar Association, Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Section - Lunch & Learn Stand-Alone Retirement Trusts after SECURE Act

2016

Tulsa Area Workshops

Seven Threats to Your Estate Plan

2016

Tulsa Area Seminars Protecting What Matters Most

2016

Parkinson's of Oklahoma Educational Conference Planning for Asset Protection and Special Needs

2016

Oklahoma Special Needs Support Groups

Special Planning for Special Needs

2016

MS Walk

Special Needs Planning Expert Panelist

2016

Estate Planning Basics #estateplanned

Publications

2016

2016

Tallgrass Estate Planning Misconceptions: "It can wait."

2016

Tallgrass Estate Planning Digital Estate Planning

2016

Tallgrass Estate Planning No Promise of Tomorrow

2016

Tallgrass Estate Planning Good Grief, Better Grief

2014

49 Tulsa L. Rev. 211 Judicial Interpretation as a Discourse on Power: An Examination of Key Decisions from the United States Supreme Court and the European Court of Justice

Languages

English

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