Fry & Elder continues to make a strong case as to why it is among the top Oklahoma Law Firms.
The Tulsa-based law firm has had unrivaled longevity since first opening its doors in 1932. Over 90 years later, the firm’s legacy continues to grow both locally and nationally.
Best Law Firms® unveiled the 15th edition of its annual Best Law Firms® directory and the 2025 edition included a very familiar name in the Oklahoma legal industry – Fry & Elder.
The prestigious Oklahoma law firm has now been included in the Best Law Firms® directory every year since 2014.
“It’s an incredible honor,” Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr. said. “I think most people within the legal profession recognize Best Law Firms® as one of, if not the most credible legal publication in our industry.
“But to be closing in on our 100th year of operation really is beyond my wildest dreams. I certainly never envisioned it when C. Lawrence Elder gave me a job in 1969. I think a few big reasons why we’re still going strong and on the doorstep of reaching 100 years has been due to our constant passion and commitment in helping our clients resolve what quite often are some very challenging situations. I think our staff has also meshed really well together over the years. We are very supportive of one another here.”
As Fry alluded to, Best Law Firms® is considered by many to be the oldest and most respected legal publication. Much of that has to do with its comprehensive peer-reviewed selection process that “relies on qualitative and quantitative data, legal skillset, achievements, and client successes collected through a submission process managed by Best Lawyers®.”
Best Lawyers® CEO Phillip Greer said in a statement that “Best Law Firms rankings celebrate firms that have consistently demonstrated excellence in legal expertise and industry knowledge. Each firm included has been rigorously evaluated based on client feedback, peer recommendations, leadership interviews, and the depth of their practice. The result is a comprehensive guide for businesses and individuals seeking top-tier legal counsel in the United States.”
To be considered among the top Oklahoma Law Firms much less a national firm is no easy task. To be eligible for inclusion a firm must have at least one attorney who has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America©.
Robert G “Hap” Fry Jr. more than fits the bill. He was selected for a 15th consecutive year to Best Lawyers® earlier this year. The honor Fry received only goes to the “top 5% of private practicing lawyers in the United States.”
Fry Jr. has racked up several other accolades and honors during a sparkling career. He was named Best Lawyers® Lawyer of the Year for Family Law in 2016. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and a past president of the Oklahoma Chapter.
Fry Jr. also has been named to SuperLawyers® multiple times and also carries an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubble, which is the highest recognition possible in the legal industry for professionalism and ethics.
Additionally, Fry Jr. was selected as The Outstanding Young Lawyer for Tulsa County in 1971. Fry also served as the Chairman of the Family Law Section for Tulsa County for nine years.
“He has had a remarkable career,” Fry & Elder managing partner Simon Harwood said. “He’s a big reason why we continue to be recognized on a national stage, but we have a lot of up-and-coming attorneys who will only continue to add to the legacy.”
Fry Jr. agrees, saying the firm’s trajectory is only trending up.
“It’s a different era,” Fry Jr. said. “Like so many industries today, the legal profession is going through a transformation led by rising technology and so many other demands. I marvel at what our younger attorneys can do and the efficiency with which they are able to work. They really are impressive.”
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