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Valentine’s Day and Divorce Might Go Together

Valentine's Day and Divorce

Valentine’s Day typically is associated with flowers, candy and romance. But according to some recent studies, Valentine’s Day and Divorce might go hand-in-hand. According to the reputable legal site Avvo.com, there is a 40 percent increase in people making inquiries about divorce in the brief period leading up to and after Valentine’s Day.

In the article, Philadelphia attorney Jennifer A Brandt said: “Valentine’s Day seems to be a natural catalyst for people to evaluate, and in some cases, make a change in their relationship. I see a distinct pattern where people take honest stock of their relationship in the New Year and make the difficult decision to seek divorce by Valentine’s Day.”

Additionally, AttorneyFee.com reported that divorce fillings in February reach a peak — increasing by nearly 20 percent — in California, Illinois and New York.

Why the spike in Valentine’s Day-related divorces?

There are number of things that could be attributed to the increase in divorce fillings around Valentine’s Day. Stress from the holidays can often prompt thoughts about divorce. Many people will wait until after the New Year to follow through because of the benefits that come with the calendar changes – such as a new tax year – or people are just ready to make big changes with their lives.

The disadvantages that come with the turning of a new year also could play a factor. January has historically been the busiest month for bankruptcy filings, which leads to numerous stressful situations for couples. Cold weather also could lead to increased tension due to the fact that the couple is forced to spend more time together in close proximity.

What should you do if your spouse or you file for divorce?

Whether it’s around Valentine’s Day or at any other time of the year, you are going to want to immediately contact an experienced and proven family law attorney. Divorce and child custody issues are each unique and complex, making it all the more imperative to consult with an experienced divorce and child custody lawyer.

The Tulsa divorce lawyers of Fry & Elder are well versed in handling both high-conflict, high-resolution as well as family law matter in which both sides are amicable and willing to work together to get an acceptable resolution for each party.

Experience the Fry & Elder Difference

Fry & Elder has long been iconic not only in Tulsa family law but national family law. The U.S. News & World Report has  listed Fry & Elder to its exclusive list of Best Law Firms from 2014-2016.

Iconic Tulsa divorce lawyer Robert G. “Hap” Fry Jr. was honored as the Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016. Fry also has been listed by Best Lawyers® as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer every year since 2007.

Fry & Elder attorneys M. Shane Henry, James R. Elder and Aaron D. Bundy, along with Fry, have all garnered the coveted AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, which is a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence. Henry, Bundy and T. Luke Barteaux also have been selected as Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™.

The addition of attorneys Katie Egan, Lorena Rivas and Melissa Fell have helped round out and diversify the firm and its practice areas, as Fry & Elder now actively practices criminal law, immigration law, personal injury law and probates. Contact Fry & Elder today to set up a personal consultation with an elite Tulsa trial lawyer.

Fry Praises American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

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Of all the accolades Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr. has garnered during an illustrious career as a prominent Tulsa divorce and child custody attorney, perhaps no honor is held with higher regard than being a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.

Fry, who has been practicing family law for over 35 years, was recently honored as the Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016 by Best Lawyers® and has been selected as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer every year since 2007. Additionally, he carries an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubble.

Still as esteemed as those honors are, to be a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers is to be considered one of the elite family law practitioners in the country. In fact, there are fewer than 1,700 “Fellows” in the United States.

What Separates a “Fellow” From Other Family Law Attorneys

Founded in 1962, the ultimate purpose of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers is “to provide leadership that promotes the highest degree of professionalism and excellence in the practice of family law.”

The AAML website goes on to say that being a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers means that:

  • “The attorney has demonstrated an active interest and competency in matrimonial law as evidenced by the fulfillment of criteria and standards as established by the AAML™ Board of Examiners and Board of Governors.”
  • “The attorney has substantial experience and is able to handle complex matters relating to custody and support of children, property division and alimony or spousal support.”
  • “The attorney has demonstrated an active interest and competency in matrimonial law as evidenced by the fulfillment of criteria and standards as established by the AAML™ Board of Examiners and Board of Governors.”
  • “The attorney is recognized by the bench and bar as a leading practitioner in the area of matrimonial law.”
  • “The attorney has demonstrated substantial involvement in the matrimonial field and has endeavored to encourage the study, improve the practice, elevate the standards and advance the cause of matrimonial law.”

Not Just a “Fellow,” but a Difference Maker

As a leading Tulsa divorce and child custody attorney, Fry has been active in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers for over 25 years. Fry served as the AAML Oklahoma Chapter President from 2001-2003 and on the AAML National Board from 1992-1993 as the Chairman for the Special Concerns of Children Committee.

“The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers truly is an outstanding organization that has provided me with significant opportunities for personal and professional grown both in and out of the courtroom,” Fry said. “The leadership and resources they provide really are second to none in family law.”

Experience the Fry & Elder Difference

While Fry’s individual practice focuses on a multitude of family law facets including: divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, premarital agreements and property division, the Tulsa law firm of Fry & Elder has grown and expanded its depth of services under Fry’s watchful eye. Fry & Elder has now grown to eight full-time practicing Tulsa trial lawyers and offers services in criminal law, personal injury law, immigration law and probates. The firm has been named as one of the Best Law Firms from 2014-2016 by the U.S. News & World Report. To set up a personal consultation with proven and accomplished Tulsa trial lawyer, contact Fry & Elder today.

Tips for Dealing with a Narcissist During a Divorce

Divorce is tough. Going through one with a narcissist makes it all the more difficult. While the Tulsa divorce law firm of Fry & Elder hopes that everyone going through a divorce has an amicable separation, the reality is that sometimes that is not possible – particularly if your ex suffers from a narcissistic personality disorder. The problem is that much more compounded if you are going through a custody battle. Because many people are not in tune with the personality disorders of a narcissist, the Oklahoma divorce attorneys of Fry & Elder want to share a few tips for you if you are going through a separation with a narcissist.

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Prepare Yourself and Take the High Road

The nature of a narcissist is to be deviant and manipulative. Like a flash in the pan, this can carry a lot of weight initially. Chances are he or she will run a smear campaign against you and try and turn your friends and even family members against you.

While these tactics might work early on, people, particularly those close to you, will wise up and see the true colors of a narcissist. As difficult as it might be early on, Fry & Elder’s team of divorce attorneys urge you to think a few steps ahead and take the high road. A narcissist’s true colors will eventually show – it is inevitable.

Get Dialed In

You’re not going to change a narcissist’s personality, so you need to document it. Our firm suggests that you keep an ongoing journal of your ex’s erratic and deceiving behavior. You also should try and limit communication with your ex. This might be difficult, especially if you are battling over custody, but Fry & Elder recommends that you keep a file of any correspondence that you do have with he or she. Sticking to email would be the best course of action, but if there is texting involved, you should keep a record of them. Title and document as much as you can such as “Failure to Allow Visitation on 10/31/15,” and try and keep phone conversations to a minimum.

Consult with a Talented Team of Oklahoma Divorce Attorneys

The Oklahoma divorce attorneys of Fry & Elder are not just some of the most decorated not just in the state, but in the country. Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr. was selected as the Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016 by the leading legal publication Best Lawyers®. Fry also has been listed by Best Lawyers® as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer every year since 2007.

Fry & Elder attorneys M. Shane Henry, James R. Elder and Aaron D. Bundy, along with Fry, have all garnered the coveted AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, which is a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence. Henry, Bundy and T. Luke Barteaux also have been selected as Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™.

These five attorneys, along with Lorena Rivas, Katie Egan and Melissa Fell have helped distinguish Fry & Elder as one of the premier family law firms in the United States. Fry & Elder has been named as one of the nation’s Best Law Firms from 2014-2016 by the esteemed publication U.S. News & World Report. If you are going through a high conflict Tulsa divorce or child custody case, contact Fry & Elder today to set up a personal consultation with one of our talented team of Oklahoma divorce attorneys.  

Why Gray Divorce is on the Rise

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An experienced Tulsa divorce attorney knows that divorce can happen at any point during a marriage, but a segment of the population where divorce is on the rise might be a surprise to many. The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) released the results of a survey in which 61 percent of the nation’s top divorce lawyers said there have been a spike in divorces for couples 50 and over. Not long after AAML’s report, NPR backed that up with a 2014 article and broadcast that stated that “Americans over 50 are twice as likely to get divorced as people of that age were 20 years ago.” The Tulsa divorce attorneys of Fry & Elder are aware of this trend and are experienced in handling divorce for older couples. Here a few things our divorce attorneys would like you to know about what is now referred to as “Gray Divorce.”

Why the increase in divorce for older couples?

It is difficult to say because all relationships are different and present their own unique set of circumstances. There have been some studies that suggest that the spike could be tied to the fact that many older people might be on their second or third marriage, but other studies indicate that over half of gray divorces occur between couples in their first marriage. This is might be attributed to the fact that life expectancy is higher than in years past and also because women are more financially independent and stable.  Another theory on why older couples are going through divorce is because in some instances raising children together may be biggest thing a couple has in common. When the children grow up and move out that shared interest and investment also leaves to an extent. Growing expectations of how and what a successful marriage is probably is an additional factor in why older couples are growing apart at a more accelerated rate.

How can an experienced Tulsa divorce attorney help?

At the Tulsa family law firm of Fry & Elder, we cater and tailor to each individual’s specific needs, making sure that each case is given the attention and legal expertise it commands. Our team of family law attorneys are some of the most decorated in both the state and the nation. Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr. has been selected by the leading legal publication Best Lawyers® as its Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016, and he has been listed by the same publication as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer every year since 2007 to validate himself as an accomplished and experienced Tulsa divorce attorney.

Fellow Fry & Elder divorce lawyers James R. Elder, M. Shane Henry, Aaron D. Bundy and T. Luke Bartueax also have collected their share of accolades. Elder, Henry and Bundy, along with Fry have each garnered the prestigious AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, which is a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence. Henry, Bundy and Barteaux also have been selected as Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™.  

Collectively, the group has helped Fry & Elder achieve national recognition with the firm being recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation’s Best Law Firms from 2014-2016. If you are experiencing any marital problems and are thinking about divorce, contact Fry & Elder today to consult with an acclaimed and experienced Tulsa divorce attorney.

Bilingual website, Tulsa Spanish speaking attorney part of Fry & Elder

Tulsa Spanish speaking attorney

As the Tulsa law firm of Fry & Elder continues to expand its range and breadth of legal services, which now include a number of Tulsa immigration law services, our established law firm continues to research and keep a pulse on some population trends in Tulsa and elsewhere in Oklahoma. One area that has experienced growth has been in the number of Spanish speaking people now living in Oklahoma. In fact, the United States™ Census Bureau reported that Hispanics or Latinos comprised to make up 9.4 percent of the state’s population in 2014. With this in mind, Fry & Elder has now enabled its website to be optimized in Spanish.  Visitors to the website can translate any page in Spanish by looking at the Google Select Language icon in the upper right on any page, clicking on the down arrow and selecting Spanish as the language.

What are the advantages of having a bilingual website?

There are numerous benefits that come with Fry & Elder now incorporating a bilingual website. These include but are not limited to providing current and prospective Spanish speaking clients with additional support and a greater comfort level that Fry & Elder always strives to provide to its clients. Simply put: whether you are in need of a family law, criminal law, personal injury or immigration law service, the last thing our Tulsa law firm wants to get in the way is a potential language barrier.

What are the benefits of consulting with a Tulsa Spanish speaking attorney?

If Spanish is your native language, and the one you are most comfortable communicating in then it would be in your best interest to seek consultation with a proven and accomplished Tulsa Spanish speaking attorney.

Fry & Elder’s Lorena Rivas not only is a Tulsa Spanish speaking attorney, but one that is experienced and well versed in handling a number of Tulsa immigration law issues. As a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA), Rivas provides a host of immigration law services that include:

“Immigration law is something that is constantly hitting my life, whether it be family members, friends or my clients,” Rivas said. “In law school, I initially thought I wouldn’t go into immigration law, but I started thinking about it more, and felt like I could make a bigger impact in that area. “I got into family law because of my background in immigration law. If you’re practicing immigration law, you’re going to be dealing a lot with family law.”

Experience the Fry & Elder difference

Whether you are looking for legal advice from an accomplished Tulsa Spanish speaking attorney or are in need of another legal service, the trial lawyers at Fry & Elder are here to assist you. Fry & Elder has long been regarded as an elite and accomplished law firm. The U.S News & World Report has named Fry & Elder to its exclusive list of Best Law Firms from 2014-2016.

Robert G “Hap” Fry continues to prove that he is arguably the best Tulsa divorce lawyer. He was honored as the Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016 by Best Lawyers® and has been selected as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer® every year since 2007. Fellow firm and Tulsa divorce lawyers M. Shane Henry, T. Luke Barteaux and Aaron D. Bundy have each been selected as Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™. Contact Fry & Elder today to set up personal consultation with an accomplished and battle tested Tulsa trial lawyer.

Tulsa Divorce Lawyers Give Social Media Advice

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There are no denying the benefits that social media has enabled us. From staying in touch with old friends and distant relatives to staying informed and entertained, the advent of social media allows us practically endless communication opportunities. Unfortunately, there are some drawbacks to social media use. Once you put something out there on Facebook, Twitter or some other network, it’s out there – out there for good even if you delete it. That’s why the Tulsa divorce lawyers of Fry & Elder want you to know that if you are going through a divorce, have just filed for a divorce or are thinking about filing for a divorce, you should proceed with extreme caution when using social media.

With that in mind, the our Tulsa divorce lawyers have put together a few things for you to consider when using social media if you find yourself going through one of the above scenarios.

Err on the Side of Caution

Simply put: This means think before you post. Even if you have the best intentions and think what you’re posting is harmless, your ex-spouse, friends and even relatives might not see it that way. On the surface, going out to happy hour with some co-workers is perfectly normal, but it’s probably something you’re not going to want to tweet about or put up on Instagram.

Don’t be Negative

Simply put: Don’t badmouth anybody. Social media leads to a lot of impulsive behavior and outbursts, which is definitely not what you need if you’re going through a divorce or a contested child custody battle. This means absolutely don’t badmouth your ex, a judge, or the opposing attorney. Your social media posts can be documented and admitted into court. In fact, Family Lawyer Magazine contends that most courts adhere to the policy that “social media is discoverable for three main reasons; 1. It does not violate any privacy as there is no expectation of privacy 2. It can be relevant 3.It does not violate any privilege.”

Check Your Privacy Settings and Think Twice About Who You Friend

It is amazing that many social media users, let alone those going through a divorce, don’t know their privacy settings. If you are using social media, at the very least, make sure that what you’re posting is not being seen by the general public. Also, if you are going through a divorce or heated custody battle, there just might be chance that your ex has enlisted someone to “friend” or “follow” you on a social media site. If you don’t know the person or are unsure about their intentions, don’t accept their request.

Factoring in all of the above information and your present situation, there might be a chance you will just want to logoff and take a vacation from social media for a while with which the Tulsa divorce lawyers of Fry & Elder say is perfectly OK.

Experience the Fry & Elder Difference

Together, the Tulsa divorce lawyers of Fry & Elder make up one of the most elite legal teams in the state. Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr. continues to prove the he arguably is the best Tulsa divorce lawyer, as he was honored as the Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016 by Best Lawyers® and has been selected as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer® every year since 2007.

Fellow Fry & Elder attorneys, James R. Elder, M. Shane Henry, and Aaron D. Bundy, along with Fry, are AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, which is a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence.

Additionally, T. Luke Barteaux, along with Henry and Bundy each have been selected as Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™. Collectively, these five have helped establish Fry & Elder as one of the top divorce law firms in nation. The U.S. News & World Report has named Fry & Elder to exclusive list of Best Law Firms from 2014-2016.

The firm recently hired attorneys Katie Egan, Lorena Rivas and Melissa Fell to help round out the staff. In addition to Oklahoma, Egan is licensed to practice law in Connecticut and New York, while Rivas is bilingual and will focus on Oklahoma immigration law and family law.

While the firm continues to be known for its excellence in family law, Fry & Elder has grown and expanded its legal reach into Oklahoma criminal law, personal injury law and immigration law services. Contact Fry & Elder today to set up a personal consultation with a proven, experienced and acclaimed Tulsa divorce lawyer.

Tulsa divorce law firm offers resolution tips

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The New Year is all about resolutions. If you went through a divorce in 2015, there’s a good chance you’re expecting 2016 to be a little better and kinder to you. With that in mind, the Tulsa divorce law firm of Fry & Elder wishes to offer you a few resolution ideas for 2016 that will hopefully make your New Year a great one.

Put Yourself First

Whether this sounds easy or difficult, putting yourself first is an essential component in properly starting over. Bouncing back from a divorce isn’t easy, which is why it’s important that you remain confident, think about the future and not dwell on the past. The dawning of a New Year is as good a reminder of any that it’s time to move on.

Make New Friends and Try New Things

That cooking class you always wanted to take or that hobby you always wanted to try out, well, now’s your chance. Go ahead and try something new. Not only will it give you something to do, it will enhance your confidence and further prove to you that you are capable of moving on after your divorce. Another added bonus is that you’re probably going to meet a few new people along the way. And who knows, maybe you also make a couple of new friends.

Don’t Date Just for the Sake of Dating or to Avoid Being Alone

The last thing you want to do is get back into a relationship for the wrong reasons. Things that were a problem in your previous marriage likely will rear their head again in the new relationship, and you also likely will not be with a healthy and happy person. If you are afraid of being alone, chances are you will be with someone who also is afraid of being alone, which is not healthy for either party.

Be Grateful

While your divorce and separation may have been a very difficult experience, there are almost certainly things in your life that are blessings – family, health, employment. Focus on those positives and then look for ways to incorporate more positives in your life.

Experience the Fry & Elder Difference

The Tulsa divorce law firm of Fry & Elder has long been considered one of the most elite law firms in Oklahoma and throughout the United States, as evidenced by our firm making the U.S. News & World Report’s exclusive list of Best Law Firms from 2014-2016.

Robert G “Hap” Fry continues to prove that he is arguably the best Tulsa divorce lawyer. He was honored as the Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016 by Best Lawyers® and has been selected as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer® every year since 2007 Fellow firm and Tulsa divorce lawyers M. Shane Henry, T. Luke Barteaux and Aaron D. Bundy have each been selected as Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™

In addition to being an elite Tulsa divorce law firm, Fry & Elder is well versed in criminal law, immigration law and personal injury law. The firm recently hired Katie Egan, Lorena Rivas and Melissa Fell to help round out the staff. Contact Fry & Elder today to set up a personal consultation with a proven Tulsa trial lawyer.

Tulsa Divorce Lawyers offer holiday season tips

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For many, the holidays are an eagerly anticipated time of the year. They are a great time for families to come together to celebrate one another, their faith and the upcoming New Year. While this is the case for many, it’s not for some people out there, particularly for those who have recently gone through a Tulsa divorce and will have to coordinate child custody during the holiday season for the first time. The Tulsa divorce lawyers of Fry & Elder recognize this and wish to help provide you with a few Do’s and Don’ts to help your through this holiday season.

Do take some time to discuss the holidays with your children

Once the holiday schedule has been finalized between your ex-spouse and you, talk to your children about where they will be when and on which day. Quite often, children benefit from knowing what their schedule will be like in advance so that they can have a better understanding of how the holidays will work.

Do try and be accommodating and understanding with your ex-spouse

While it is important to review and follow your custody order, something might come up last minute that requires a little flexibility on you part. If it is your ex that needs you to be a little more flexible, it is important that you keep in mind that one day you might need the favor returned. Ultimately, you need to remember your children and how memorable the holidays are to them. The smoother things go, the better for all parties.

Don’t be scared of trying something new out this holiday season

True, tradition plays a big role in how a family celebrates the holidays, but there is nothing wrong with incorporating something new this year. This might entail a special Christmas outing (looking at lights, bowling or a movie) or trying out a new dish or recipe. Maybe this Christmas isn’t your year to have the children so you assign a special Christmas day for them and you this year.

Don’t place an overwhelming importance on having the “actual” holiday

Of course, it would be great to have you children wake up on your home Christmas morning, but it does not make or break the holiday or the time you will be spending together. Just like they are for you, the holidays are about much more than the actual. There are not many children out there who will have any problems opening presents on two separate occasions this Christmas.

Experience the Fry & Elder Difference

If you are having a child custody issue this holiday season or any other time of the year, don’t hesitate to contact the Tulsa divorce lawyers at Fry & Elder. For over 40 years, our firm has been identified as a premier family law firm in Tulsa and throughout the United States.

The U.S. News & World Report has put Fry & Elder on its exclusive list of Best Law Firms from 2014-2016. Tulsa divorce lawyer Robert G “Hap” Fry was honored as the Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016 by Best Lawyers® and has been selected as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer® every year since 2007 Fellow firm and Tulsa divorce lawyers M. Shane Henry, T. Luke Barteaux and Aaron D. Bundy have each been selected as Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™

In addition to Tulsa family law, Fry & Elder is well versed in criminal law, immigration law and personal injury law. The firm recently hired Katie Egan, Lorena Rivas and Melissa Fell to help round out the staff. Contact Fry & Elder today to set up a personal consultation with a proven Tulsa trial lawyer.

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Oklahoma Family Lawyers, sitting from left to right, James R. Elder, Aaron D. Bundy, M. Shane Henry, Luke Barteaux and Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr.

The Tulsa divorce lawyers at Fry & Elder continue to raise the bar and add to the firm’s rich history of excellence.

Fry & Elder attorneys and Tulsa divorce lawyers M. Shane Henry and Aaron D. Bundy recently combined their legal expertise and collaborated together to write an article that was published in this month’s edition of the Oklahoma Bar Journal, which is the official member publication of the Oklahoma Bar Association.

The article, which you CAN READ HERE, is titled “Privilege and Work-Product Considerations for Using an Expert as a Consultant” and focuses on a number of issues, including: attorney-client privilege and the use of third-party experts.

 “As trial lawyers, these are both very important and crucial aspects in the legal profession,” Henry said. “We have extensive knowledge about attorney-client privilege, and when and how to use third-party experts, but conveying it in a journal article was something that was a little different for us. It was a great experience, and we want to thank the Oklahoma Bar Association for the opportunity.”

Typically, the Tulsa divorce lawyers of Fry & Elder are usually the ones being written about, as evidenced by the firm being featured in six different articles this year alone by some of the most prominent media publications in Oklahoma. These include the following

“We’ve been very fortunate to have a good relationship with our local media,” Bundy said. We respect and admire what they do on a day-to-day basis. One of our goals as attorneys is to have more of our work published and reviewed, but we’re not looking to change our day jobs. We’re a lot better in the courtroom.”

Experience the Fry & Elder Difference

The Tulsa divorce lawyers of Fry & Elder not only make up one of the most decorated legal teams in the state, but in the country. Tulsa divorce lawyers Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr., James R. Elder, Henry, and Bundy are AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, which is a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence.

T. Luke Barteaux, along with Henry and Bundy each have been selected as Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™. Fry has been honored as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer® every year since 2007 and was recently honored as the Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016 by Best Lawyers®.

Collectively, these five have helped Fry & Elder be named to the U.S. News & World Report’s exclusive list of Best Law Firms from 2014-2016. The firm recently hired attorneys Katie Egan, Lorena Rivas and Melissa Fell to help round out the staff. In addition to Oklahoma, Egan is licensed to practice law in Connecticut and New York, while Rivas is bilingual and will focus on Oklahoma immigration law and family law.

While the firm continues to be known for its excellence in family law, Fry & Elder has grown and expanded its legal reach into Oklahoma criminal law, personal injury law and immigration law services. Contact Fry & Elder today to set up a personal consultation with a proven, experienced and acclaimed Tulsa divorce lawyer.

Press covers seminar at Tulsa family law firm

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Renowned trial lawyer and best-selling author Roger Dodd recently made an appearance at the Tulsa family law firm of Fry & Elder, and others took notice.

Tulsa World and Tulsa Business & Legal News reporter Ralph Schaefer was on hand to observe a portion of the two-day seminar focused on cross-examination techniques and then interview Dodd, and his partner Patricia Kuendig of Dodd & Kuendig Law Offices in Park City, Utah.

CLICK HERE to read Schaefer’s in-depth feature that ran in the Nov. 19, 2015 edition of the Tulsa Business & Legal News. It is the fifth time this year that Schaefer has ventured out Fry & Elder for a story. Links to other articles this year are below:

Schaefer’s most recent article delivers a behind-the-scenes look at how much detail, instruction and education go into Dodd’s seminars, which are limited to just six per year (eight attorneys per seminar). Dodd was quoted in the article as saying:  “The single goal is to help as many clients as possible. The best way to do that is train trial lawyers to help their clients. If these lawyers represent 100 clients a year for eight years, then I have indirectly helped them assist 800 people.”

That Dodd selected the recently opened Robert G Fry Jr. Center for Trial Studies to host one of his six national seminars is significant. Dodd is one of just a very few lawyers who has been recognized in multiple states – Florida and Georgia – by Super Lawyers®. He also has achieved a certain celebrity status in the legal world, appearing numerous times on such networks as CourtTV, TruTV, CNN, ABC, CBS, and cable TV. Dodd co-authored a book with Larry Pozner titled The Masters of Cross-Examination, which was a best-seller and is known throughout the legal industry as “the bible of cross.” His practice focuses on personal injury and criminal law.

Fry & Elder trial lawyers M. Shane Henry, T. Luke Barteaux and Aaron D. Bundy attended the seminar. All three said the seminar was an intense educational experience that provided numerous takeaways, which they can apply in trial.

Henry, Barteaux and Bundy are each rising stars in the legal community. All three have been selected as Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™ and are a big reason why the Tulsa family law firm has made the U.S. News & World Report’s exclusive list of Best Law Firms for 2014-2016.

Experience the Fry & Elder Difference

For over 40 years, the Fry & Elder name has been synonymous with Tulsa family law. Much of that has to do with the reputation Robert “Hap” Fry Jr. has acquired throughout the years. Simply put: Fry is considered by many to be the best Tulsa divorce lawyer. He was recently honored as the Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016 by Best Lawyers® and has been selected as an Oklahoma Super Lawyer® every year since 2007.

Tulsa trial lawyers Katie Egan and Lorena Rivas recently  joined Fry & Elder to help round out the firm’s staff In addition to Oklahoma, Egan is licensed to practice law in Connecticut and New York, while Rivas is bilingual and will focus on Oklahoma immigration law and family law.

While Fry & Elder continues to be known for its excellence in Tulsa family law, the firm has expanded its breadth of services to include: Oklahoma criminal law, personal injury law and immigration law services. To set up a personal consultation with a proven, experienced and acclaimed Tulsa trial lawyer, contact Fry & Elder today.

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