Wesley J Cherry

Wesley J Cherry

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at McAlester, OK
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family

411 East Wyandotte Avenue, McAlester, OK

About Wesley

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

I have been a prosecutor previously and know what it takes to negate allegations.

19 years | 5,000 cases

60%
Family 20%

I have handled many family law cases, including adoptions, motions to modify, divorces, and any manner of custody proceedings.

19 years

20%
Personal Injury 20%

I have settled multiple cases in the seven and six figure range, and can help with any injury case you have sustained.

19 years

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Oklahoma for 15 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2010

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Foundation Law, P.L.L.C.

411 East Wyandotte Avenue, McAlester, OK, 74501

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Wesley J Cherry's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

62 Client Reviews

5 star (61)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Shauna | March 1, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wes will fight til the end for you

Our experience with Wes Cherry has been a great one. My boyfriend didn't really have a fighting chance but with Wes by his side he got a great deal. Wes has gone above and beyond to make sure he didn't miss out on Soo many years. He answered all our questions, he listened to our concerns and he showe...d actual compassion. We would recommend Wes for anyone looking for an attorney for their legal needs.

Posted by Mike | February 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Five stars isn't enough

Wes Cherry didn’t just represent me, he helped me get my life and my children back. My case involved CPS accusations that could have destroyed my reputation and relationship with my kids. Wes stayed calm, focused, and strategic through every step of the process. He understood the system, worked effe...ctively with the GAL, and never lost sight of the goal, bringing my children home. Today I have a final custody order and my kids are where they belong, at home. Wes is honest, direct, and absolutely relentless when it matters. If you are a good parent who has been falsely accused or pulled into a difficult custody fight, this is the attorney you need. Five stars isn’t enough.

Posted by anonymous | February 3, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family Law

I had a great experience working with Mr.Cherry on my custody matter. He was professional, responsive, and very knowledgeable about family law. He took the time to explain the process, answered my questions honestly, and handled my case with care and efficiency. I felt well represented and supported... throughout the entire process. He I would recommend him without hesitation.

Posted by Michael | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beware this one.

Hired him to represent my grandson. Paid him 1500 bucks to get his home address off a protective order even though the proctee had left the address. Paid him 6000 bucks to represent him in the preliminary hearing. Did not show up for the protective order, judge ordered protective order be combined wi...th divorce case. He was not hired for the divorce. The 6000 bucks paid to represent him in the preliminary resulted in being bound over for trial. Wes Cherry stood and told the Judge in Choctaw Tribal Court that he wanted released from representing my grandson was for failure to pay fees. He had been paid full for what he had been hired to do at that point. But he hounded my grandson for more and more money for what he was not hired and paid for. For me and his grandmother, well we've seen illegitimate contractors who had more integrity than this one. Beware. My honest opinion.

Posted by Kanimaya | January 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer around, hands down!!

Highly recommend Wesley Cherry for all your lawyer needs!! Mr. Cherry was very quick to respond. He took care of a legal matter for me and was very fast in doing so. Great communication and was always quick to repond to all my email and phone call right away.. Didn't have to speak to a secretary! Ver...y professional!!

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Wesley J Cherry's Lawyer Endorsements

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Benjamin Hase

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Wes Cherry is the go-to criminal defense and domestic relations / family attorney in his area, in my opinion. His work product is excellent, prices are reasonable, and stature as an attorney overshadows the others with whom I am familiar in his region. He is highly recommended."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Foundation Law, P.L.L.C..

2011 - 2013

Assistant District Attorney, Oklahoma District Attorney's Office, District 18

2010 - 2011

Assistant District Attorney, Oklahoma District Attorney's Office, District 16

Associations

2021 - Present

Muscogee (Creek) Nation Bar Association

Attorney Member

2016 - Present

Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Cherokee Nation Bar Association

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Chocktaw Nation Association

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

Oklahoma Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Oklahoma v. Tony Watkins

Dismissed

State of Oklahoma v. Garrett Freeman

Murder 1 Dismissed

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Education

2006

Washington University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Duke University

AB - Applied Baccalaureate

Languages

English

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