McAlester Family Lawyers

I am a 2009 graduate from the University Of Oklahoma College of Law. Since graduating, I have practiced law in McAlester and Wilburton with a focus on civil and criminal law. I also practice in tribal court for the Choctaw, Seminole, and Cherokee tribes. I stay very involved in the local and state Bar associations, serving as District 2 chair in the Young Lawyers Division and as Pittsburg County Bar President. I also devote a lot of my time to the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Foundation.

James M. Green is a native of Oklahoma, who served over 25 years of honorable service in the United States Marine Corps. During his time in the Corps, James served as an attorney, representing hundreds and thousands of service members and their family members through domestic relations, estate planning and contract law issues. James retired from the Corps in 2018 and has recently relocated to Haskell County, Oklahoma. He and his wife, Claire, own and operate a cattle and horse ranch there and they run a solo law practice in domestic relations, estate planning, contracts and military law.

Timothy Luke Barteaux is currently a Cherokee Nation District Court Judge. He was born in Norman, Oklahoma and grew up in northeastern Oklahoma where he attended Metro Christian Academy. After completion of high school, he went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts in Public Affairs and Administration from the University of Oklahoma before obtaining his Juris Doctor from the University of Tulsa College of Law. While attending the University of Oklahoma, he became a member of Alpha Tau Omega and while attending the University of Tulsa, he became a member of Phi Delta Phi International Legal Fraternity and...

Moura practices exclusively in the area of divorce litigation and trials, Family Law mediation and collaborative divorce. Her cases include high-asset property division, small businesses and professional practices, executive compensation, support alimony issues, child custody disputes, joint custody plans and child support issues, father's rights and enforcement of visitation, contempt citations, modifications of child custody and support, and modification of support alimony.

Founder of GIFFORD LAW, P.L.L.C. in Oklahoma City, Mr. Gifford is a former federal prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice, tribal court judge, a former state prosecutor, and former Army JAG defense counsel, prosecutor, and Staff Judge Advocate with a nationwide practice specialty in complex litigation in White Collar/Criminal Defense (including Pardons and Commutations), Civil Rights, Family Law, Native American Law, Military Law, and Government Contracting. Mr. Gifford has also previously served as is the Chair of the Oklahoma Bar Association's Criminal Law Section, and formerly served on the state bar's Board of Governors and as the Chair...

Andrea Worden started the Worden Law Firm with a simple mission: To provide clients the level of service and representation she would want if she were the client. After 14 years, the mission remains the same. If you’re looking for an attorney who can get you the best possible result AND treat you with respect and dignity throughout the process, look no further.

With a combined 40 years of experience, we understand how important it is to ask the right questions, analyze every detail of every case, and explore all options on our clients’ behalf. Our team of dedicated attorneys...

In 2014, Brian Boeheim joined forces with Ciera Freeman to start a new type of law firm. They envisioned a firm that treats clients like family, provides the type of legal defense they would want, and provides it at a reasonable price. Since that time, Boeheim Freeman Law has become the fastest growing law firm in Tulsa. The attorneys at Boeheim Freeman Law have handled more trials in the past 5 years than any other firm, including not guilty verdicts in 1st Degree Murder, Rape, and Child Abuse. Even more impressive they have a dismissal rate...

I am a trial lawyer from Sapulpa, Oklahoma. I represent high-net-worth private clients in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma in estate planning and family law disputes about financial support and asset division. I also represent individuals accused of criminal activity in government prosecutions and in high-stakes family law and civil cases that include allegations of misconduct. I work with my clients to resolve important matters privately and by agreement when possible. When the other side is unreasonable or will not agree, I have the training and trial experience to provide skilled advocacy and representation in court for my clients. I...

I am Norman Fathers Rights Attorney Pete D. Louden. My passion is men's rights/father's rights and it is the sole focus of my practice. I handle child custody, divorce, paternity, visitation, and child support cases. I have been an attorney in Norman, OK. since 1998.

M. Shane Henry is an AV Preeminent Rated Trial Lawyer by Martindale Hubbell. He received his Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Juris Doctorate from the University of Tulsa College of Law in 2006. Mr. Henry’s practice is focused on Trial Advocacy. He is certified to practice law by the Supreme Court of Oklahoma and is a member of the Oklahoma Bar Association, Tulsa County Bar Association, Creek County Bar Association and the American Bar Association. Mr. Henry is a section member of the Family Law Division of the Oklahoma Bar Association and serves as a committee member for Continuing Legal...

The Swain Law Group specializes in Criminal Defense, Family Law and Civil Litigation cases across Oklahoma, with a focus on the Oklahoma City Metro area, especially Norman, Oklahoma City and El Reno. Our satellite offices in El Reno, Pauls Valley, Marietta and Sallisaw allow us to handle criminal, family, and personal injury cases in all 77 counties in Oklahoma. With 7 dedicated Criminal Defense attorneys, including 5 former prosecutors, the Swain Law Group is the largest Criminal Defense Firm in Oklahoma. When you hire the Swain Law Group you get 2 attorneys assigned to your case and the...

I am a trial lawyer from Tulsa, Oklahoma. I was a Jenks Public Schools "lifer," then completed my higher education at the University of Tulsa. My practice focuses on civil justice personal injury cases and family law disputes involving high-income support claims and other financial issues. After law school, I obtained training in financial data analysis through the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and in negotiation at the AAML's joint program with Harvard University. I negotiate and draft private settlement agreements, prenuptial agreements, and qualified domestic relations orders. When settlement is not possible, I have the skills to obtain resolution...

At Kania Law Office, our team of Tulsa attorneys is equipped to provide complete and comprehensive legal solutions across a range of areas, including Oklahoma bankruptcy law, personal injury, workers compensation, criminal law, family law, divorce law, immigration, and general civil litigation. While we are known for our highly aggressive legal representation, our primary aim is to find practical solutions to legal issues, whenever possible, without resorting to costly litigation. Despite having the resources and expertise of a large Oklahoma law firm, we remain committed to providing personal attention to each client's unique problems, akin to what one would expect from...

Hans Otto Lehr is a founding member of Oxford Lehr, PLLC., and an ambitious attorney who works hard to best serve his clients' legal needs and be an outstanding example for his family.

Ingenuity and resourcefulness are key, and he employs both to get any job done ethically and efficiently. He takes a poised and levelheaded approach to solving complex legal matters in any area of law.

His clients are extremely important to him; he prides himself on maintaining excellent relationships with existing clients.

I am an attorney engaged in diverse litigation practice concentrating in criminal defense, family, personal injury, professional malpractice, lender liability and bad faith law. I am also a certified family law mediator. Life experience matters - In addition to private practice, I serve as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University. I designed curriculum for two courses, “Business Ethics and the Law” and “White Collar Criminal Law.” When not practicing law or teaching, I spend time with my family. I have found that life experiences as an attorney, university professor and coach, husband, parent, and business owner...

David Tracy is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He is listed in the 2017 edition of Best Lawyers In America for Family Law in Oklahoma. Please call 918-582-8001 to set up a Family Assessment Meeting. We will discuss your family situation, explore your options, and develop a realistic approach to resolving your family legal problems.

Allyson Dow has been in private practice since 2012. Prior to being an attorney, she was an internal auditor with an accounting firm. Allyson Dow was the Chair of the Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section for 2017-2018. Allyson represents clients in custody battles, alimony issues, property disputes, and debt allocation disagreements. She serves as Guardian Ad Litem representing the best interests of children. She has been named Super Lawyer Rising Star for the past 4 years.

I graduated from Oklahoma State in 1988 and from the University of Oklahoma School of Law in 1991. I have been practicing in Tulsa since 1991. When I accept a new client, I want to make sure that I understand the client's needs and expected outcome of the case. I believe that most problems between attorneys and clients occur because of a lack of communication. I pride myself on returning telephone calls and emails promptly. Over the last 29 years, my practice has consisted of family law, consumer bankruptcy, personal injury and general...

I have built my career and reputation from my father’s example – we were made to serve others, to never ever quit trying to succeed and most importantly we will never give in to our fear in trying to accomplish these things. We have fear – but we are programmed not to give into it…ever. With this core belief system, my family and now our firm has had the privilege and honor of helping thousands of Oklahomans find good legal results and also, we hope they found the best of themselves in their journeys in the Oklahoma legal system with...

Douglas J. Smith is an experienced and affordable Lawyer based in Norman, Oklahoma focusing on Auto Accidents, Criminal Defense, DUI/ DWI, Expungements, and Family Law for the Cleveland County District in Norman, McClain County District in Purcell and Oklahoma County District in Oklahoma City, primarily the central counties in Oklahoma. The Smith Law Office building is conveniently located across the street, southwest of the Cleveland County Courthouse in the downtown Norman, Oklahoma area. Mr. Smith has earned a solid representation as an experienced, local Attorney who has represented thousands of individuals in central Oklahoma over the last (30) years...

Upon graduation from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in July 1966, I moved to Pryor, Oklahoma, as an Associate of well known and famous trial lawyer, Tony Jack Lyons. We soon became partners. We had a LOT of Criminal Business, and I assisted in, or tried about 39 homicide cases. Only had one client receive prison time, and that was for a very minimal sentance. I personally tried what is believed the first Murder case in Oklahoma, with a defense of "Extreme Domestic Violence". My client shot her husband to death with a shotgun, in front...

Sarah Yates Reddy focuses her practice on family law litigation, Native American law and ICWA compliance, physician contract review services, estate planning and probate. Her clients include families, individuals, and non-profit and charitable businesses.

Attorney Reddy was admitted to the University of Tulsa College of Law in 2008 where she completed her Juris Doctorate. While in law school Ms. Reddy completed certificates in Native American Law and Resources, Energy, and Environmental Law. Her independent research in law school focused on health law and constitutional law, works which has been published and cited. During her time in law...

Sometimes life takes an unexpected turn. Whether you're fighting for custody of your children, going through a divorce, or facing criminal charges, it is normal to be afraid, anxious, and depressed. You need an aggressive advocate who will fight for your best interests. Let me be your advocate. I am passionate about my job, and I care about my clients. Together we will get you through this unexpected turn and get your life back on track.

Greg Wilson was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma on February 26, 1969. He was raised in Tecumseh and graduated from Tecumseh High School in 1987. He received his bachelor’s degree in 1993 from Oklahoma State University with a double major in Accounting and Agricultural Economics. He then attended Oklahoma City University Law School where he focused on personal injury, family law, and criminal defense. During law school, he worked as a licensed legal intern in the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission legal department. Greg learned personal injury while working at White Law Firm in Oklahoma City. He then worked at the Pottawatomie...

Melissa Cornell grew up in a household with a strong working mother as a role model. Seeing how hard her mother worked to make ends meet for her family, Ms. Cornell learned that hard work is the best and most rewarding way to achieve any goal, and to overcome any obstacle. She decided from a young age that she wanted to work hard for others, and decided to become an attorney. Since Ms. Cornell began practicing law over ten years ago, she decided to focus on family law and issues involving families. No matter your...

Matthew R. Price is an attorney in Muskogee and partner at Hammons & Price, PLLC. He represents clients in criminal defense and family law. Mr. Price served as an Assistant District Attorney in Muskogee County from January of 2016 through December of 2017.

Mr. Price earned his Bachelor's Degree in Social Studies Education from Northeastern State University in May 2012. He received his Juris Doctor from the OU College of Law in May 2015.

Mr. Price is admitted to practice law in the courts of the state of Oklahoma, the United States District Court for Eastern District of Oklahoma, the United...

Tamera Childers is a family law attorney whose practice is concentrated on divorce, custody, paternity and guardianship cases. Raised in small town, Lindsay, Oklahoma, she knew at a young age she wanted to be a lawyer; however, her educational and career path is not that of a traditional student. After graduating near the top of her Lindsay High School class in 1982, Tamera attended Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, where she was an active member of the Delta Zeta sorority. After completing two semesters at Northeastern, she moved to Ponca City, got married and raised two daughters. When her children...

I am a trial and appellate attorney. I worked at Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Child Support Services, for over 15 years. I moved into private practice in 2017. My legal practice is focused on family law, including divorce, paternity, adoptions, and related matters such as prenuptial agreements, gestational agreements, and more.

I have advanced training from organizations such as the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers’ Institute for Family Law Associates, and I have received specialized training for service as a guardian ad litem and as a parenting coordinator in child custody cases.

I am a citizen of the Cherokee Nation,...

Joel LaCourse has a passion for serving people. He has been defending people for almost 25 years in various areas of the law. He has tried hundreds of cases ranging from catastrophic injury and workers compensation to child custody and divorce.

Joel is driven to see justice obtained on behalf of his clients. He will fight for his clients rights in achieving justice, however, believes this can be accomplished with uncompromising integrity, unwavering professional ethics, and moral standards. You can fight and win in the legal arena, and still maintain dignity and character in doing so.

His bar Admissions: All...

Julia Mills Mettry is an experienced trial lawyer in all areas involving families. From aggressively representing prospective adoptive parents in finalizing a contested adoption to helping family members obtain guardianship over their elderly loved ones, Julia brings a broad and expansive perspective to Allen & Mills. Julia has also placed her primary focus on representation of clients in all aspects of divorce, custody, paternity, and child support cases as well as providing them with estate planning and probate practice. Julia takes the defense of the rights of children seriously and puts their best interests in the forefront which...

I'm attorney Elton Jenkins. Since 1999, I have practiced criminal law in Oklahoma. Growing up on the southwest side of Oklahoma City, I saw people close to me face criminal charges. I quickly learned why people accused of a crime need a lawyer on their side.

Throughout my career, I have kept those experiences in mind. While I go to trial more often than many lawyers, I also know that sometimes a reasonable solution involves negotiation. By preparing carefully and presenting my client's case, I am often able to achieve alternative resolutions such as treatment and rehabilitation instead of jail time.

I...

Attorney Drew Nichols is a highly experienced trial lawyer practicing family law, criminal defense, and civil law. Before entering private practice, Drew served as a prosecutor for District 21, serving the people of Cleveland, Garvin, and McClain counties. He maintained an extensive caseload, averaging more than 250 cases being prosecuted at any given time. Since leaving the DA’s office and entering private practice, Drew has expanded his practice and achieved favorable results for hundreds of individuals facing criminal charges, seeking compensation after an accident, or navigating a tough family matter. Essentially, Drew does it all – and he does it...

Kellie Howell practices in all areas of family law and criminal defense. Ms. Howell was selected to the 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 Super Lawyers Oklahoma Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor. Prior to joining Sansone Howell, Ms. Howell was the founding attorney at Howell Law Office, PLLC. In addition, Kellie has previously worked with the Hunsucker DUI Defense Firm, Oklahoma Juvenile Justice Center, and Oklahoma City University School of Law. Kellie is admitted to practice in all Oklahoma state courts and the United...

Robert Denton is a trial attorney who focuses his practice in Family Law (divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, etc.), Personal Injury Law (Car Accidents, Slip-and-Fall, On the Job Injuries), DUI, Criminal Law, and more. Prior to founding the Denton Law Firm PLLC Robert worked for a downtown civil defense firm. While at the firm, Robert Denton refined his civil litigation experience by practicing in medical malpractice defense, municipal defense, civil rights defense and general defense litigation. Prior to working in civil litigation defense, Robert Denton was a Deputy District Attorney for the Ventura County District Attorney's Office in Ventura,...

Lead Attorney, Family Law Services Manager, Childers & Motsinger, P.C., Norman Office E. W. Childers is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a B. A. in Letters with distinction. He attended law school at the University of Oklahoma College of Law. He started his own law practice straight out of law school focusing on divorce and custody of minor children. He also served in the Oklahoma Army National Guard for 18 years with service on active duty in the United States and Iraq. He is married to Elizabeth and has two daughters.

I am a Midwest attorney by training and an Oklahoman by choice.


I begin by making sure that I personally understand what it is that my clients want to accomplish, and then I do everything in my power to get them the best possible outcome.


Whether it is drafting an estate plan, probating an estate, fighting for custody of a child, or representing a business through complex litigation, I have the experience my clients have come to depend on.


As an attorney in Tahlequah, I offer legal services like estate planning, business representation, and custody and divorce in Tahlequah,...