Bar News
Diversity Awards Deadline Extended
August 3, 2021
The OBA Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher Diversity Awards deadline has been extended to August 16, 2021. Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher was born February 8, 1924, in Chickasha. She boldly challenged and forever changed segregation laws on her path to achieving her lifelong ambition of becoming a lawyer and was a key figure in the Civil… Read more...
Reinstatements | 2021
July 7, 2021
The following members of the Oklahoma Bar Association suspended for nonpayment of dues or for noncompliance with Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Requirements have complied with the requirements for reinstatement, and notice is hereby given of such reinstatement: June 9, 2021Sean Wesley Kilian, OBA No. 31117, 1341 Horton Circle, Arlington, TX 76011 June 15, 2021Beauchamp Marcellus… Read more...
Summer CLE Series Underway
June 21, 2021
The OBA kicks off the Summer CLE Series with six programs, presented online. The series, from June 22 - July 27, 2021, features a variety of topics presented by OBA members. Purchase the bundle to save money, or sign up individually. The purchase of just one course will earn an invitation to an in-person social… Read more...
In Memoriam
June 15, 2021
Summer 2021 Jon M. Carter of Cleveland died March 23. He was born Dec. 9, 1954. Mr. Carter received his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 1998. He served as a public defender for the Pawnee Nation Court, providing services to tribal members and acting as guardian ad litem for many… Read more...
On Friday, July 9, 2021, the Judicial Nominating Commission (JNC) will conduct interviews for the position of District Judge in Oklahoma County, Seventh Judicial District, Office 2, a vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable Thomas E. Prince to the Court of Civil Appeals. The following individuals have applied and will be interviewed: Kaitlyn… Read more...
Pro Bono Summer Challenge
May 27, 2021
May 27, 2021 – OBA's Access to Justice Committee is excited to share a new competition sponsored by the Oklahoma Access to Justice Commission and Access to Justice Foundation - the 2021 Summer Pro Bono Challenge! UPDATE! DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 18. To participate, complete the signup form at bit.ly/probonosummer no later than June 18. Competition is heating up!… Read more...
Nominees Announced for Court of Civil Appeals Judge
May 27, 2021
May 26, 2021 – The Judicial Nominating Commission (JNC) today announced the three nominees for the position of Judge for the Court of Civil Appeals, District 3, Office 1, a vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable P. Thomas Thornbrugh. After concluding the review process and conducting interviews today, the JNC submitted the following… Read more...
LEXOLOGY is here, a new tool for OBA members
May 14, 2021
If you've received an email with the subject line, "OBA Newsstand - powered by Lexology," it marks the arrival of a new OBA member service that rounds up legal news and information for you. The service can be customized to your practice area and interests, and while it is yet another email being delivered to… Read more...
On Wednesday, May 26, 2021, the Judicial Nominating Commission (JNC) will conduct interviews for the position of Judge for the Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals, District 3, Office 1. The following individuals have applied for this position: Elliot P. Anderson, JenksTammy D. Barrett, TulsaGregory C. Blackwell, NormanMark R. Campbell, DurantBrant M. Elmore, NormanJennifer L. Struble,… Read more...
Revision Proposed for Legal Internships