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Fry Jr. Joins Exclusive, Elite Company With Significant Sig Award

Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr’s lifelong commitment to the Sigma Chi Fraternity in 1963 was fully recognized June 24, 2017 in Providence, Rhode Island.

Significant Sig Award

Site of the fraternity’s 81st Annual Grand Chapter, Fry joined elite and exclusive company when he was honored with the Significant Sig Award for his professional achievements and devotion to Sigma Chi since his initiation into the fraternity in 1963.

The Fry & Elder partner and Best Lawyers® Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa 2016 is now a member of the same exclusive club that includes John Wayne, Brad Pitt, David Letterman, J. Willard Marriott Jr., Woody Harrelson and a host of other distinguished Sigma Chi’s who have garnered the Significant Sig Award over the years.

“I have been fortunate to be recognized with some very nice and heartfelt honors and awards over the years,” Fry (Gamma Psi 1964; Delta Omega 1967) said. “This one ranks way, way up there with any award I’ve ever received. You look at the people who have been recognized as Significant Sigs and just see how successful and well known they are – it’s pretty impressive.”

Sigma Chi began in 1855 and in 1935 the fraternity incorporated the Significant Sig Award as the well-known fraternity’s first major honor. Less than one-half of one percent of Sigma Chi initiates receive the Significant Sig Award.

Fry was accompanied at the Grand Chapter event by his youngest daughter Ashley Derdzinski, her husband Seth Derdzinski and friend Sharon Miller.

“It was a great event – they really did it up right,” Ashley Derdzinski said. “Growing up I always knew how much Sigma Chi and its values have meant to my dad. To see him receive such special recognition from his fraternity was a very special thing to be a part of and witness. His whole family and I are extremely proud of him.”

During a 2016 reunion trip back to his undergraduate (Gamma Psi) chapter at Michigan State University, Fry said the chapter’s undergraduates and some alums said they were going to nominate him for the honor.

“I told them that was fine, but I wasn’t going to be nominating myself,” Fry said. “I really didn’t think there was a chance I’d get it.”

Significant Sig Award

Fry was notified in early 2017 that he would in fact be receiving the honor in June. That Fry garnered the coveted Significant Sig Award really is not shocking. He has excelled in a number of different arenas throughout his life.

He was an Oklahoma high school state champion wrestler at Tulsa Edison Preparatory School before moving on to Michigan State and wrestling for the Spartans. After a successful college wrestling career, Fry then turned his focus to academics and graduated with his J.D. from the University of Tulsa College of Law.

Fry quickly established himself as a prestigious and elite Tulsa divorce and child custody attorney. He is one of only 19 attorneys in Oklahoma to be a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He also is AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and has garnered Best Lawyers® and Super Lawyers® accolades since 2011 and 2007, respectively.

Fry, along with the Oklahoma law firm’s 11 other highly-decorated attorneys, have helped Fry & Elder establish itself as a nationally-recognized firm. The U.S. News & World Report named the iconic Oklahoma law firm to its Best Law Firm’s list from 2014-2017. Contact Fry & Elder Tulsa or Fry & Elder Oklahoma City today to set up a personal consultation with Fry or another experienced and accomplished Oklahoma trial lawyer.

Oklahoma Media Continues to Recognize Fry & Elder’s Accomplishments

When Robert G “Hap” Jr. appeared on the CBS nationally televised The Early Show (now called CBS This Morning) for a series on divorce in 2006 titled “What about the Kids?”, the accomplished attorney likely had little idea the media exposure his prestigious Oklahoma law firm of Fry & Elder and its accomplished trial lawyers commanded would only continue to grow.

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Over 10 years later, the vaunted Oklahoma law firm has reached a pinnacle, so to speak, in terms of media exposure. All total, Fry & Elder and its attorneys have been profiled and featured on 25 separate occasions by many of the state’s largest and most prestigious outlets since 2014.

The stories have been compelling and impactful, as Fry & Elder and its lawyers continue to embrace cutting edge philosophies, professional development opportunities and calculated marketing efforts that are incorporated into the day-to-day operations at both the Fry & Elder Tulsa and Fry & Elder Oklahoma City offices.

While family law issues, including high-conflict divorce and child custody cases, will always be a hallmark of the Oklahoma law firm, Fry & Elder has expanded its depth of services to include immigration law and criminal law which has been noticed by the media. The Oklahoma media also has been quick to notice the accomplishments and uncanny achievements made by the firm’s attorneys since 2014. Additionally, Fry & Elder attorneys have given back to the Tulsa community and have been active advocates for Oklahoma and its people.

The firm’s commitment to legal excellence is perhaps the biggest reason why the firm has grown from five attorneys to its current roster of 12 since 2015 and now has offices in Oklahoma City.

Below is a comprehensive list of Fry & Elder stories published by the media since 2014.

Why Experience the Fry & Elder Difference?

Fry & Elder has been nationally-recognized as an elite family law firm for a number of years. The U.S. News & World Report has named the firm to its prestigious Best Law Firm’s list from 2014-2017:

The firm’s talented and accomplished lineup of trial lawyers include:

Contact Fry & Elder Tulsa or Fry & Elder Oklahoma City today to set up a personal consultation with an experienced trial law attorney from an elite Oklahoma law firm.

High-Net Worth Individuals Need Experienced Tulsa Family Law Attorney

Experienced Tulsa family law attorney

Not all Oklahoma divorce and child custody issues are created equally. The dynamics of divorce and child custody legal matters often are more complex and conflicting for high-income, high-net worth individuals.

If you are an individual with a high-income and a large number assets, it is extremely important that you contact an experienced Tulsa family law attorney as soon as possible to better help ensure that you have a strategic and effective game-plan moving forward tailor made for your specific Oklahoma family law issue.

For nearly 50 years, the iconic Tulsa family law firm of Fry & Elder has symbolized Oklahoma family law excellence. Fry & Elder’s team of attorneys from its Tulsa and Oklahoma City offices are among the most decorated in the state and its lineup includes:

Fry & Elder’s team of experienced Tulsa family law attorneys offer the following tips and advice for high-net worth individuals who find themselves going through a divorce and child custody battle.

What do high-net worth individuals need to consider from a child custody perspective?

Oklahoma child custody cases and most everywhere else usually go in one of three directions.

  1. They involve litigation that leaves the decision to a judge.
  2. They are difficult and challenging in the beginning, but eventually reach a resolution.
  3. They go smooth in that both parents come up and agree to a parenting plan.

Experienced Tulsa family law attorney

Whether you are a high-income individual or not, almost everyone would prefer option 3. While the third option is definitely possible – usually through planning with an experienced Tulsa family law attorney – quite often other contributing factors limit option 3 from being realistic or practical. These include parental alienation, false allegations of abuse, parental gatekeeping and just conflicting ideologies. An experienced Tulsa family law attorney often will be your biggest ally if you are faced with a high-conflict, high-resolution divorce and child custody battle.

What do high-net worth individuals need to consider from a child support and alimony perspective?

While there is a child support program in place in Oklahoma to help you calculate the amount of child support you might owe, those individuals who have a high-net worth typically often have other circumstances and factors that need to be addressed and analyzed with an experienced Tulsa child support attorney. Child support issues and enforcement typically require the skills of a creative child support attorney.

Alimony also has undergone significant changes over the years and gender is now irrelevant, meaning that either a husband or wife can receive alimony. That said, there are still several components a judge will factor into consideration when assessing and awarding alimony. These include:

  • Demonstrated need during the post-matrimonial economic readjustment period
  • The parties’ station in life
  • The length of the marriage
  • The health and age of each spouse
  • The earning ability and education of each spouse
  • The parties’ physical condition and financial means
  • The mode of living to which each spouse has become accustomed during the marriage
  • Evidence of a spouse’s own income-producing capacity and the time necessary to make the transition for self-support

Why the need to consult with an experienced Tulsa family law attorney?

Simply put: There is just too much on the line and at stake if you are a high-net worth individual going through a divorce and child custody battle. Fry & Elder has been nationally-recognized as an elite family law firm. The U.S. News & World Report has named the firm to its prestigious Best Law Firm’s list from 2014-2017. Contact Fry & Elder Tulsa today to set up a personal consultation with an experienced Oklahoma family law attorney.

Fry Jr., other Firm Attorneys Display Characteristics of a “Lawyer’s Lawyer”

The ultimate compliment in any industry is to have your services sought after by your peers. For nearly 50 years, Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr.’s services as a prolific and experienced Tulsa divorce lawyer have been sought out from other Tulsa divorce attorneys and lawyers in general. Simply put: he is regarded by many to be a “lawyer’s lawyer,” along with many other trial lawyers at Fry & Elder.

Lawyer's lawyer

“Going through a divorce and child custody battle is not easy for any party involved,” Fry said. “But it is incredibly rewarding and satisfying to know that fellow attorneys have confidence in you to handle complex legal issues like divorce and child custody affairs. About as big a compliment as an attorney can have is to be considered a lawyer’s lawyer. I feel very honored that fellow attorneys have turned to me for insight and consultation on such personal and life-changing matters.”

The criteria for being a lawyer’s lawyer is not entirely extensive, but the benchmarks are important.

A Lawyer’s Lawyer has a No-Nonsense Approach

A lawyer’s lawyer has a straightforward approach when dealing with clients. They get to the point and assess what the options are – from best to worst – for each divorce and child custody scenario. From there, a good attorney will research and develop the best strategy moving forward for each client.

A Lawyer’s Lawyer has Good Judgement

The hallmark of any good attorney is to incorporate exceptional judgement in-trial and during pre-trial preparation. An established and acclaimed divorce attorney will be the first to say that good judgement is formed through experience and exposure to different legal situations and scenarios. A lawyer’s lawyer is always soaking up information and learning, which will allow the attorney to incorporate the best judgement possible in a timely matter for each client.

Lawyer's lawyer

A Lawyer’s Lawyer has a Stellar Reputation

A good reputation is a by-product of doing exceptional work.

Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr.’s track record as an acclaimed and experienced Tulsa divorce lawyer is rivaled by very few. The Leading legal publication Best Lawyers® named Fry its Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in Tulsa for 2016. He also is one of only 19 attorneys in the state to be a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Fry additionally is AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, a seven-time Best Lawyers® selection and recognized by Super Lawyers® since 2007. Fry also has been the subject of numerous feature articles by Oklahoma media outlets.

Fry not the only Lawyer’s Lawyer at Fry & Elder

While Fry is the most experienced attorney at Fry & Elder, he is far from the only acclaimed attorney at the prestigious Oklahoma law firm, which has been named to the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firm’s list from 2014-2017. Partners James R. Elder, M. Shane Henry and Aaron D. Bundy are also AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®. Henry was named the 2016 Oklahoma Family Law Attorney of the Year by the Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section.

Fellow Fry & Elder trial lawyer T. Luke Barteaux became the firm’s first attorney to be sworn in and appointed as a judge. Fry & Elder Oklahoma City lead attorney Allyson Dow is the current Chair of the Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section, joining Henry (2014) and Barteaux (2016) as the third Fry & Elder attorney to hold that esteemed title in the past four years. Fry, Henry, Bundy, Barteaux and Dow have all garnered Super Lawyers® accolades.

Additionally, Fry & Elder immigration law attorney Lorena Rivas has emerged as a leading Oklahoma immigration law practitioner. Recent Fry & Elder addition Amy Page focuses much of her practice on child support and worked 17 years for the Department of Human Services before formally joining Fry & Elder in March. Contact Fry & Elder Tulsa or Fry & Elder Oklahoma City today to speak to an accomplished lawyer’s lawyer.

Oklahoma Media Outlets Cast Spotlight on Barteaux

It has not taken long for people to take notice of Fry & Elder trial lawyer T. Luke Barteaux’s ascension up the legal ranks. Barteaux, with Fry & Elder since 2011, became the firm’s first attorney to be sworn in as a judge after being appointed and confirmed as a Cherokee Nation District Court Judge in Tahlequah, Oklahoma on May 15, 2017.

Oklahoma media outlets

With the appointment and new title, several Oklahoma media outlets has cast its spotlight on Barteaux and his accomplishments. He was the subject of a Muskogee Phoenix feature story, was profiled on the University of Tulsa College of Law website and also was spotlighted in the Cherokee Phoenix. Barteaux is a University of Tulsa College of Law graduate.

“It’s obviously quite an honor to be appointed and confirmed as a judge,” Barteaux said. “I have gotten a lot of support and positive encouragement from my colleagues. To have the press and my alma mater take notice is great.”

Barteaux told the Cherokee Phoenix that the appointment thus far was the “pinnacle” of his legal career. He was quoted in the article saying:

Oklahoma media outlets

“It’s something that I never thought would happen within this amount of time, but I’m extremely honored to have been appointed by (Principal) Chief (Bill John) Baker and confirmed by the Tribal Council. I look forward to helping protect our Nation through the legal process.”

Tribal Council Speaker Joe Byrd said this about Barteaux’s appointment:

“We have an entire generation of tribal citizens who are better educated, and they will take us far in the future. Like Luke Barteaux, they are pursuing careers in law, medicine, engineering and business. You know, Bart Fite brought a level of sophistication to our courts. I believe, given time, Barteaux will do the same.”

Barteaux learned about his pending appointment as a Cherokee Nation District Judge in April and has been taking classes through the National Judicial College. He also has served as a faculty member for the Oklahoma Trial Advocacy Institute, which serves as a professional development tool for attorneys.

A four-time Super Lawyers® Rising Stars™ selection, Barteaux will continue to practice law full-time out of both the Fry & Elder Tulsa and Fry & Elder Oklahoma City offices. Barteaux served as the Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section Chair in 2016 and has been the subject of previous articles from other prestigious Oklahoma media outlets. Contact Fry & Elder Tulsa or Fry & Elder Oklahoma City to set up a personal consultation with Barteaux or another experienced and acclaimed Oklahoma trial lawyer.

Fry & Elder Trial Attorneys Take to Miami for CLE Opportunity

Miami transformed itself into the epicenter for driven and knowledge-seeking trial lawyers this past weekend during the Trial Guide’s annual Take Back the Courtroom IV on May 19 and 20. Not surprisingly, Fry & Elder was well represented. Fry & Elder’s impressive contingency at the CLE (Continuing Legal Education) event included the Fry & Elder’s M. Shane Henry, Aaron D. Bundy and T. Luke Barteaux and Lorena Rivas.

“It was a great weekend and event for us to attend as trial lawyers representing Fry & Elder,” Dow said. “The presenters are some of the most knowledgeable and respected trial lawyers in our industry. To be able to learn and gain insight from them is invaluable to us as attorneys and as a firm.”

The all-star cast of featured speakers at Take Back the Courtroom IV included Rick Friedman, Randi McGinn, and none other than longtime Fry & Elder friend and acclaimed trial attorney Roger Dodd.

Dodd has a good history of working with Fry & Elder and its team of accomplished attorneys. Henry, Bundy, Barteaux and Dow have each attended completed Dodd’s highly-regarded Trial Skills Clinic. In fact, Dodd and Fry & Elder have developed such a good relationship over the years that the renowned trial lawyer and best-selling author visited Fry & Elder Tulsa and helped open up the Robert G Fry Jr. Center for Trial Studies in 2015 with a two-day presentation on cross-examination techniques.

A Continued Commitment to Training and Professional Development

Dow, Henry, Bundy, Barteaux and Rivas’ trip to Miami is just the latest in a long line of professional development and training opportunities Fry & Elder attorneys have taken part of over the years. This year alone, Henry and Bundy each attended the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers® 2017 Midwinter Meeting & Seminar in New Orleans, while Rivas visited Atlanta and completed the Trial Lawyers College 2017 Georgia Regional Seminar: Direct Examination.

“As trial lawyers, we are always looking to improve, get better and sharpen our skills,” Bundy said. “These seminars are great because they provide fresh insight and further reinforce much of what we are doing in the courtroom when we advocate for our clients.”

Experience the Fry & Elder Difference

Whether you are in the Tulsa or Oklahoma City area, or anywhere else in Oklahoma for that matter, Fry & Elder’s team of attorneys are some of most accomplished and decorated in the state. The powerful lineup includes:

Contact Fry & Elder Tulsa or Fry & Elder Oklahoma City today to set up a personal consultation with an elite Oklahoma trial lawyer.

 

Rivas’ Growing Oklahoma Immigration Law Practice Featured

Less than one week after child support attorney Amy Page was featured in the Tulsa Business & Legal News, another Fry & Elder trial lawyer was profiled by the widely-read Oklahoma media publication. Fry & Elder immigration attorney Lorena Rivas, who has become no stranger to the media spotlight, was the subject of a feature story in the Tulsa Business & Legal News last week. The article, which you can READ HERE, was written by long-time legal reporter Ralph Schaefer and focused on Rivas’ thriving and growing Oklahoma immigration law practice from inside the Fry & Elder Tulsa offices.

Oklahoma immigration law attorney

 

The article highlights the impact Rivas’ Oklahoma immigration law practice has already had on Fry & Elder since joining the prolific Oklahoma firm in the fall of 2015.

Rivas was quoted in the article saying:

“I have helped because while the firm attorneys knew of immigration law, they really didn’t understand it. Now I have exposed them to the trials and complexities — whether it is difficulties with paperwork or the cultural barrier with clients. From a minority perspective, I think it has brought more of a cultural awareness because I was one of two females in at Fry & Elder when I joined the firm.”

A rising star in the world of immigration law, Rivas’ work provides a shining example of how many different legal realms – immigration law and criminal law included – can intersect with family law. Rivas now has a staff of five, which includes new associate Fry & Elder immigration law attorney Ruth Calvillo.

Much of the reason why Rivas’ immigration law services have been in such high-demand and often land her in Dallas courtrooms is because of the immigration policy changes the Trump administration seeks to implement and has already made.

Oklahoma immigration law practice

Rivas visited Capitol Hill and met with Oklahoma delegates, including U.S. Representative Tom Cole, during the annual American Immigration Lawyers Association’s National Day of Action. She also held the featured speaking position at a recent Tulsa County Bar Association seminar this past April.

Why Experience the Fry & Elder Difference?

Whether you are in need of immigration legal counsel or consultation in family law, criminal law or personal injury law services, Fry & Elder has experienced and accomplished trial lawyers in place in Tulsa and Oklahoma City to advocate for you. The prestigious Oklahoma law firm has been named to the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firm’s list from 2014-2017. It also features who have received Super Lawyers® accolades, four attorneys who are AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and three of the past four Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section Chairs. Contact Fry & Elder Tulsa or Fry & Elder Oklahoma City today to speak with an acclaimed trial lawyer.

Barteaux Appointed as Cherokee Nation District Court Judge

Luke Barteuax made Fry & Elder history inside a Cherokee County courtroom earlier this week. Barteaux became the first Fry & Elder attorney to be sworn in as a judge after he was appointed and confirmed as a Cherokee Nation District Court Judge in Tahlequah, Oklahoma on May 15, 2017 during its monthly council meetings.

Cherokee Nation District Court Judge

“I feel deeply honored to be appointed as District Judge, by Bill John Baker, Chief of the Cherokee Nation,” Barteaux said shortly after his confirmation. “My Native American heritage is very significant and sacred to me. To be able to assist and serve the Cherokee Nation in this type of capacity is quite an honor and a big responsibility.

“I would like to add that my commitment as a Fry & Elder trial lawyer will continue on a full-time level. My responsibilities as a Cherokee Nation District Court Judge are part-time and will require me to be in Tahlequah three days per month. Fry & Elder has given me tremendous opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. I am still fully committed to my work as an attorney at Fry & Elder.”

As Barteaux said, he will continue to actively practice law for Fry & Elder out of both the acclaimed Oklahoma law firm’s Tulsa and Oklahoma City offices. His accomplishments and accolades as an Oklahoma trial lawyer have been well documented and recognized by many. Barteaux has been named to Super Lawyers®Rising Stars™ the past four years and he served as the Chair for the Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section in 2016 and also way a participant in the Oklahoma Bar Association Leadership Academy for 2015-2016.

Cherokee Nation District Court Judge

The selection of Barteaux as its newest Cherokee Nation District Judge is one that excites the Tribal Council.

“We have an entire generation of tribal citizens who are better educated, and they will take us far in the future,” Tribal Council Speaker Joe Byrd said in Cherokee Nation release. “Like Luke Barteaux, they are pursuing careers in law, medicine, engineering and business. You know, Bart Fite brought a level of sophistication to our courts. I believe, given time, Barteaux will do the same.”

Contact Fry & Elder Tulsa or Fry & Elder Oklahoma City today to schedule personal consultation with Barteaux or another experienced and acclaimed Oklahoma trial lawyer.

Media Spotlights Experienced Tulsa Child Support Lawyer Amy Page

Less than three months into her tenure at Fry & Elder, Amy Page already has had a profound impact on the highly-regarded Oklahoma law firm.

Experienced Tulsa Child Support Lawyer

The experienced Tulsa child support lawyer came to Fry & Elder this past March after having been with the Department of Human Services (DHS) the previous 17 years and has provided the firm with a new angle of vision and approach to handling child support issues in cases.

Others have begun to take notice within the Tulsa legal community.

Page was the subject of a recent cover story by the Tulsa Business & Legal News. Long-time legal journalist Ralph Schaefer penned the article, which you can READ HERE. Page’s background and experience as a reputable and experienced Tulsa child support lawyer were highlighted in the piece, as was the reasoning behind her decision to leave a state agency and dive into private sector law.

She was quoted in the article saying:

“I liked the sense of teamwork and the desire to continue learning about the law. I also felt that I would have someone to go to if I needed advice. I bring a wealth of knowledge of child support law and how to work with state agencies to the firm. Most of all, I like being part of a family that will take care of you.”

Experienced Tulsa child support lawyer, other Fry & Elder attorneys garner media attention

As an experienced Tulsa child support lawyer, Page is well-versed and creative in her approach to handling Oklahoma child support enforcement procedures. She also is one of several Fry & Elder attorneys who have been spotlighted by the Oklahoma media in recent years. Below is a list of recent articles written on Fry & Elder and its elite team of trial lawyers since 2015.

Why Experience the Fry & Elder Difference?

Whether you are in need of child support enforcement or are going through a high-conflict divorce and child custody procedure, Fry & Elder has been synonymous with Oklahoma family law excellence for over 40 years. The firm’s talented staff of 12 features five attorneys who have been recognized by Super Lawyers®, four attorneys who are AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and three of the past four Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section Chairs. Collectively, the staff has helped Fry & Elder receive national recognition, as it has been named to the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firm’s list from 2014-2017. Contact Fry & Elder Tulsa or Fry & Elder Oklahoma City today to speak with an elite and accomplished Oklahoma trial lawyer.

Elite Trial Advocacy Director Travels To Tulsa, Presents at Fry & Elder

The acclaimed Oklahoma law firm of Fry & Elder recently hosted elite company at the Robert G Fry Jr. Center for Trial Studies for the Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section Trial Advocacy Institute.

Trial Advocacy Director Charles H. Rose

Professor Charles H. Rose III, Director of the Center for Excellence in Advocacy and a Professor of Excellence in Trial Advocacy, traveled to Tulsa on April 22 to present to approximately 15 attorneys, four which were Fry & Elder’s M. Shane Henry, Aaron D. Bundy, Lorena Rivas and Amy Page. Needless to say, the esteemed professor came away impressed with the caliber of Oklahoma family law trial lawyer Fry & Elder and the state of Oklahoma produce.

“It was an absolute joy to spend Saturday working with some outstanding advocacy teachers,” Rose said. “Their commitment to the art and skill of trial work ensures that the family law section of the Oklahoma bar is in great hands.

“Rarely do you get the chance to work with other attorneys so committed to developing the advocacy skills of others. Tucked away in Oklahoma are some of the best teachers of trial advocacy.”

Rose’s remarks are notable for many reasons. First and foremost, Rose is a “nationally and internationally recognized expert in persuasion.” He spent 20 years on active duty in the United States Army in which he served as an intelligence officer, intelligence analyst, linguist and judge advocate before embarking on a full-time career in academia.

His persuasive techniques in trial are highly regarded and well documented.

“Professor Rose’s presentation was amazing,” Bundy said. “To be able to hear him present and offer his insight on persuasion and trial advocacy was a real treat and a very big deal.”

Rose’s visit further reiterates Fry & Elder’s continued commitment to professional development and continuing legal education. Bundy, Henry and Rivas already have traveled to New Orleans and Atlanta this year for continuing legal education seminars. Page held a seminar in March at the Robert G Fry Jr. Center for Trial Studies, while Rivas spoke a day before Rose at a CLE event sponsored by the Tulsa County Bar Association.

Rose isn’t the first high-profile legal stalwart to visit Fry & Elder. In 2015, renowned trial lawyer and best-selling author Roger Dodd visited the Robert G Fry Jr. Center for Trial Studies and presented a two-day seminar on cross-examination techniques.

Trial Advocacy

Fry & Elder’s continued commitment to trial advocacy and professional development is not surprising given the firm’s stature. The U.S. News & World Report has named Fry & Elder to its U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firm’s list from 2014-2017. Fry & Elder now also has office in Oklahoma City and features five attorneys who have received Super Lawyers® accolades, four attorneys who are AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and three of the past four Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section Chairs.

“The decision to support advocacy training so completely speaks to the character, quality and foresight of the Fry & Elder law firm,” Rose said. “The time we spent in their facility this weekend working with a group of true dedicated advocacy teaching professionals would not have been possible without the support of the firm. From top to bottom it is one of the most enjoyable training experiences I have had the pleasure of participating in.”

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