Oklahoma Outside General CounselFor decisions that hold up.

Insurance defends you after you get sued. General Counsel helps you avoid getting sued. Furthermore, insurance doesn't cover everything (like bad business deals, regulatory fines, or breach of contract). Proactive counsel costs a fraction of reactive litigation.

Yes. Unlike some transactional lawyers who have to refer you out when things get tough, we are trial lawyers. If we cannot resolve a dispute through negotiation, we are fully prepared to defend your interests in court — in state, federal, and tribal forums.

We offer flexible arrangements: hourly billing for sporadic needs, monthly retainers for consistent access (often more cost-effective for growing businesses), or project-based fees for defined work. During our consultation, we'll recommend the structure that fits your business.

Retainers typically include: unlimited phone and email access, rapid contract review, quarterly compliance check-ins, and discounted rates for larger projects. The specific scope depends on your business needs—we tailor every engagement.

We serve businesses across industries: professional services, construction, healthcare, technology, retail, and tribal enterprises. Our focus is on businesses that are growing and need proactive legal guidance to avoid pitfalls.

Same-day response for emergencies is standard. Retainer clients receive priority access. For contract review, turnaround is typically 24-48 hours depending on complexity. We understand business moves fast.

Oklahoma is one of the most employee-friendly states regarding non-competes. Under 15 O.S. § 219A, non-compete agreements are largely unenforceable except in the sale of a business or dissolution of a partnership. Non-solicitation agreements (protecting client lists) are more commonly enforced. We help draft agreements that actually hold up.

LLCs offer flexible management and pass-through taxation, while corporations provide a more rigid governance structure that some investors prefer. Both provide liability protection if maintained properly. The key is 'maintained properly' — we ensure your corporate veil stays intact through annual filings, meeting minutes, and operating agreement compliance.

Absolutely. Most contract disputes can be resolved through demand letters, mediation, or negotiation before litigation is necessary. Early attorney involvement often prevents escalation. If the dispute does go to court, having us involved from the start means we already know the case.

Piercing the corporate veil is when a court holds business owners personally liable for business debts, usually because the entity was not properly maintained (no meeting minutes, commingled funds, no operating agreement). We prevent this through proper governance: annual minutes, separate accounts, up-to-date filings, and compliant operating agreements.

Yes. Commercial leases are heavily negotiated documents that often contain personal guarantee clauses, escalation provisions, and one-sided termination rights that can cost your business tens of thousands of dollars. A lease review typically costs a fraction of the liability it prevents.

Do not ignore it and do not respond on your own. Forward it to your attorney immediately. A poorly worded response can create admissions. We evaluate the merit of the claim, develop a response strategy, and handle all communication — often resolving the dispute before a lawsuit is filed.