OCTOBER 2025 | 13 THE OKLAHOMA BAR JOURNAL Network Connect with immigration attorneys in both Oklahoma and Texas to share insights and strategies. Cultural Competency Understand your client’s cultural background to enhance communication and strengthen your case presentation. CONCLUSION Navigating immigration court hearings for Oklahoma residents requires a blend of legal expertise, logistical planning and cultural sensitivity. By thoroughly preparing for master calendar and individual hearings and understanding the procedures of the Dallas Immigration Court, attorneys can effectively advocate for their clients despite the geographical challenges. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Yovana Lopez Medina is an immigration attorney at Michael Brooks Jimenez PC, representing Oklahomans in familybased immigration, humanitarian relief and removal defense. A graduate of the OCU School of Law, she led the Immigration Legal Society and the Hispanic Law Student Association and served on the Dean’s Diversity Council. She volunteers widely and serves as board secretary for Bottom Rail History. She was inducted into the OCCC Alumni Hall of Fame in 2024 and recognized as a NextGen Under 30 winner in 2023. Statements or opinions expressed in the Oklahoma Bar Journal are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the Oklahoma Bar Association, its officers, Board of Governors, Board of Editors or staff.
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