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Auto Accidents, Bankruptcy, Criminal Law, Family Law, Probate & More

At The Tate Law Firm we have built a solid reputation through our 30 plus years of serving clients throughout eastern Oklahoma. Our knowledge, experience, insight, and resources allow us to safeguard your rights and your future. You can rest assured, when you hire The Tate Law Firm, you’ll have legal services representation backed with a proven record to protect you and ease your mind.  

Automobile Accidents

If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, the first step you must take is to contact law enforcement immediately to allow for investigation and to write a report! The next critical step is to seek medical attention. It’s common for injuries to worsen after the accident. There is much involved in preparing to protect yourself physically, financially, and personally, and many steps that must be taken including:
  • Yourself, or someone on your behalf, should photograph the scene and vehicles involved.
  • Record video of the scene and witnesses.
  • Do NOT leave without first exchanging contact information of the other driver(s).
  • Gather names of witnesses, including their phone number, email, and mailing address.
  • Do NOT admit liability or fault to another driver or anyone else, nor leave the scene without assurance that no one is injured.
  • If damage occurred, WAIT for law enforcement to arrive.
  • And NEVER discuss your injuries and accident on social media!

It’s critical that before you contact your insurance company or making any statements to the other drivers’ insurance adjuster, CALL THE TATE LAW FIRM! We will help you through the process to help you understand insurance coverage, what to expect from insurance companies and just compensation for injuries and property repair, and any other possible benefits. We seek to recover the maximum benefits for our clients. It requires us working together from the beginning and as soon as possible after an accident. We fight hard to obtain the maximum recovery for our clients.

One of the free services The Tate Law Firm offers is a review of your insurance policy when we represent you. The Tate Law Firm is here to get the recovery you deserve when a careless driver causes you or a loved one serious or fatal injuries. Contact The Tate Law Firm immediately if you’ve been involved in an auto accident.

Time is of the essence as there are often costly deadlines that must be met. The initial consultation is FREE and is invaluable to ensuring protection for yourself, your family, and your future! Call 918-420-1100 or message us.

Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy is established through federal law to provide relief from debt problems. Bankruptcy gives you a fresh start, to get rid of certain debt and/or allow new repayment terms in certain matters. It can prevent your home from being foreclosed upon, your automobile from being repossessed, eliminate some tax debt, eliminate debts owed for car wrecks (with no insurance) which can cause a suspension of your driver’s license, and certain other benefits. 

Regarding bankruptcy there are conditions to consider. There are limitations upon when a person can file bankruptcy again after a previous filing. These limits depend upon the chapter of bankruptcy previously filed, when it was filed, and if a discharge was received. Also, law requires transparency and honesty when filing a bankruptcy. You must reveal all of your debts and all of your assets. Any attempt to hide assets or commit fraud can result in, at best, a denial of the discharge and, at worst, criminal charges.

There are different facets of bankruptcy and related issues to consider:
• Chapter 7 & The Means Test – Allows one to write off most debts while exempting your property. A means test is used to determine eligibility.
• Chapter 13 – Debt reorganization bankruptcy, typically allowing a 3 – 5 year repayment plan. 
• Foreclosure – Most common way to prevent a foreclosure is a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. If you are facing foreclosure, contact The Tate Law Firm immediately as time is critical to prevent it. 
• Repossession – If you fall behind on payments, filing bankruptcy will stop collection efforts, including repossession. 
• Lawsuits – Filing bankruptcy in Oklahoma stops all collection efforts, including any new lawsuits filed or continuing cases already filed. 

If you are struggling with your finances, contact us right away to protect yourself and your family! Don’t wait! There are time restrictions that cannot be exceeded in certain instances.

Schedule a free consultation with an experienced Oklahoma bankruptcy attorney at The Tate Law Firm. We’ll help you learn more about bankruptcy, which debts can and cannot be included, and determine which option is best for your current situation. Call 918-420-1100 or message us.

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Criminal Defense

If you are facing criminal charges, there is no time to waste to protect you and your future. Hefty fines, a permanent criminal record, and even prison time are only a few of the severe sentences that can be brought against you. It’s critical to hire a committed criminal law attorney and the team at The Tate Law Firm are here for your protection. 

Our firm cares about our clients and will make sure you receive fair representation. Our team works tirelessly to investigate and uncover each detail of your case. If there are any discrepancies in the prosecution’s argument, we’ll work thoroughly to reveal them. The criminal procedure can be complicated, but we are here to walk you through it with compassion and understanding. We collaborate with our clients, negotiating on your behalf in efforts of reducing charges and, in many cases, even have the charges dismissed. 

With 30 plus years of experience behind our legal team, The Tate Law Firm has confronted and won countless criminal defense cases. We will fight on your behalf if you’ve been arrested on any of the following charges:
  • Misdemeanor Charges
  • Felony Charges
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Charges – Simple Possession, Possession with Intent, Trafficking
  • Firearms or Weapons Offenses
  • Theft Offenses
  • Violent Crimes
  • Violation of Probation
  • Expungement 
  • DUI and Traffic Offenses
  • Parole Process
Convictions can affect you for a lifetime, so if you’ve been arrested and are burdened with criminal charges, do not hesitate to schedule a free consultation appointment right away. Call The Tate Law Firm right away at 918-420-1100 or message us.

Divorce and Family Law

The outcome of divorce has lasting effects on your life. It will determine the quality of life you’ll lead, affect future living arrangements for you if children are involved, and impact your financial state. At The Tate Law Firm, we encourage families to do everything necessary to ensure an amicable split, and that your children are protected and safeguarded personally and emotionally through the process. 

Many clients wish to and often do settle issues outside of the courts. But even the most amicable splits can be complicated and may involve trial in court, which is why it’s critical to hire an experienced attorney to help you through the process. Factors involved in the legal process of divorce that need resolutions concern:
• Child custody, visitation, and support
• Alimony and spousal support
• Asset division, property, and divorce decrees
• Domestic violence and many other areas of family law

The extensive experience at The Tate Law Firm combined with compassion allows us to provide the legal advice needed so you can move forward with peace and reassurance that your future and your family are cared for.

The legal team at The Tate Lawn Firm is ready to zealously represent you in the manner that best serves you and your family’s unique needs. For your peace and protection of your family’s future, call today for a FREE consultation at 918-420-1100 or message us.

Probate

Probate is a process that occurs when there is no beneficiary or other individual named on a decedent’s property. As a probate lawyer, also called an estate or trust lawyer, we are here to help you manage through the probate process. Without a revocable trust centered estate plan, you could be facing a long and stressful process. Probates can take several months to conclude, depending on the size of the estate and issues involved. Some of the many tasks an attorney would be responsible for performing are:
• Collecting and managing life insurance funds
• Property appraisal along with finding & securing the decedent’s assets
• Advice on paying remaining bills and debt owed by the decedent
• Preparing and filing documents required by probate court
• Managing the estate’s checkbook
• Determining if any estate taxes may be owed

If you are placed in the unfortunate circumstance of dealing with probate, hiring an experienced attorney will ease your mind and work with you through the process. The legal team at The Tate Law Firm is who you need. Call us at 918-420-1100 or message us.

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