Family Law

• Divorce
  Family law is a legal practice area that focuses on issues involving family relationships such as marriage, adoption, divorce, and child custody, among others. Attorneys practicing family law can represent clients in family court proceedings or in related negotiations. In many states, family law attorneys must have experience handling cases that involve both Oklahoma and Kansas divorce law. This is due to the fact that many couples who live in one state may cross the border to get divorced in another state. As a result, divorce lawyers must be familiar with the laws of both states in order to effectively represent their clients. In addition to divorce, family law attorneys may also handle cases involving child custody and support, alimony, and property division. With so many potential areas of practice, it is important for prospective clients to choose a lawyer who has experience handling the specific type of case they are facing. By working with an experienced attorney, clients can increase their chances of achieving a favorable outcome.
• Child Support
  When couples in Oklahoma decide to divorce, they must go through the process of dissolution of marriage. This essentially means that the marriage is ended and both parties are free to marry again. While this may seem simple enough, there are actually a lot of complexities involved in dissolving a marriage. For example, couples may need to negotiate a settlement agreement that includes things like alimony and child support. They may also need to deal with dividing up their property and debts. In some cases, couples may even need to go to court to resolve their differences. If you're considering a divorce in Oklahoma, it's important to consult with a lawyer to make sure you understand all of the steps involved.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  As much as we all try to keep things simple, sometimes life gets complicated. While you're dealing with the stress of a divorce or child custody proceeding, let us deal with the headaches that come with the legal system.
• Adoption
• Paternity
• Premarital Agreement
  We handle a variety of family law issues including divorce, child custody, paternity, visitation, child support, adoptions, juvenile deprived actions, grandparents' rights, prenuptial agreements and legal separations.
• Guardianship
• Spousal Support
• Legal Separation
• Annulment
  Going through an annulment is different from a divorce because it says that the marriage was never valid in the first place. This can be more complicated than simply filing for divorce since you have to prove why the marriage shouldn't have been valid to begin with. In Oklahoma, annulments can be granted for things like fraud, mental incapacity, or if one spouse was under 18 years old at the time of marriage. If you're considering an annulment, it's important to talk to a lawyer to see if it's the right option for you.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  In the United States, criminal defense lawyer is the legal professionals who help the accused to get out of jail or receive a lower sentence. Most of the time, when a person is accused of a crime, he or she will not have the same resources as law enforcement agencies and government prosecutors. This is why it is important to have an attorney who specializes in criminal defense law. In Oklahoma, for example, there are many lawyers who specialize in this type of law. These attorneys can help you navigate the complex legal system and make sure that your rights are protected. If you have been accused of a crime, it is important to contact a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. With their help, you may be able to avoid jail time or get a lower sentence.
• DUI/DWI
  After an arrest, the first stage of a DUI court case is arraignment. This is when the charges against you are read aloud in court and you are given the chance to plea guilty or not guilty. If you plead not guilty, the next stage is a pretrial hearing. At this hearing, your lawyer will argue that there is insufficient evidence to prove that you were impaired while driving. If the judge agrees with your lawyer, your case may be dismissed outright.
• Wrongful Death
• Sex Crimes
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  In the United States, there are two primary types of crimes: felonies and misdemeanors. Felonies are more serious than misdemeanors, and they often carry harsher penalties. For example, in Oklahoma, the punishment for a felony can include a prison sentence of more than one year. In contrast, the maximum punishment for a misdemeanor is six months in jail. If you have been charged with a crime, it is important to talk to a criminal lawyer in your state. An attorney can help you understand the charges against you and the potential punishments. If you are facing a felony charge, you may want to contact a lawyer who specializes in criminal defense. An experienced attorney will help you understand the legal system and protect your rights.
• Drug Crimes
• Homicide
• Restraining Order
  A criminal conviction--and sometimes even an arrest--can have a devastating effect on your future. Beyond fines, loss of driving privileges, and jail time, a conviction can affect your employment or immigration status and your ability to obtain housing or own firearms. A domestic violence conviction or a restraining order can have an effect on your position in a child custody and parenting time dispute.
• Manslaughter

Business and Corporate Law

• Business Disputes

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  We handle a broad array of cases ranging from the real estate disputes to negligence actions, from contract disputes to foreclosure of construction liens, and beyond. Our clientele is diverse including large corporations, small businesses and individuals who have been injured or who are involved in a situation that leads to a lawsuit.
• Property Damage
  If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident, you understand how debilitating the experience can be. Not only do you have to deal with the property damage and possible injuries, but you also have to manage the stress of dealing with insurance companies. If another party's negligence caused your accident, you may be entitled to compensation. A lawyer can help you navigate the legal system and collect the restitution you deserve. Oklahoma law is complex, and an experienced attorney will know how to build a strong case on your behalf. If you've been in a motor vehicle accident, don't try to go it alone. Contact a lawyer today.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Personal injuries include every variety of injury to a person's body, emotions, or reputation, as contradistinguished from injury to property rights. There are three grounds on which personal injury claims can be brought...
• Medical Malpractice
• Auto Accidents

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Most people assume estate planning is only for the wealthy, but people of all backgrounds can benefit from having a well thought out estate plan. The estate planning process involves the counsel laying out your goals and concerns, outlining your assets and how they are owned, and detailing your family structure. Estate planning can be a complex process and can include the services of various professionals, including your lawyer. Estate planning covers the transfer of property at death, whether through a will, trust, beneficiary designation, or other means. It can also involve asset protection strategies to keep your assets out of the hands of creditors or predators. And it can provide for the care of minor children or disabled adults if something happens to you. With strategic planning, you can ensure that your assets will be transferred according to your preferences if something happens to you.
• Wills
  Access to a specialist who can serve as a resource for questions, concerns, changes, and updates to your will and trust
• Trusts
  Holmes Yates & Johnson attorneys can help you create a last will and testament so that your family members can have some security in the event of your passing. We also can assist with trust planning (including living trusts) as well as powers of attorney and medical powers of attorney.
• Power of Attorney
• Probate

Finance Law

• Bankruptcy
• Foreclosure
  We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy Code. We also provide assistance with respect to credit defaults, mortgage foreclosures, eviction proceedings, excessive debt, debt collection pressure, or inability to pay any consumer debt which may involve bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy Code. Bankruptcy relief may include restructuring your debt to be paid under the supervision and protection of the Bankruptcy Court through a federally supervised repayment plan.
• Tax Law
  Additionally, we can help you with asset protection, tax planning and, of course the preparing and filing of all documents required for probating an estate or contesting the validity of an invalid will.
• Debt Collection