Tulsa Criminal Defense Attorney
An Ally When Your Reputation is On the Line The criminal defense attorneys at Wirth Law Office provide the expertise you need when criminal charges threaten your future. Whether you are charged with a minor misdemeanor or a major felony, Tulsa criminal defense attorney James Wirth and the experienced Oklahoma defense attorneys at Wirth Law […]
Tulsa Felony Defense Attorney
When the Stakes Are High, Your Lawyer Matters An Oklahoma felony charge can have a devastating impact on your quality of life. If you are facing a felony charge, an experienced Tulsa felony defense attorney can defend your legal rights at every stage of the proceeding. A pending felony charge can leave you or a […]
Tulsa Misdemeanor Defense Attorney
A Lawyer Knows: It’s Never “Just” a Misdemeanor Oklahoma statutes define misdemeanors as any crime not punishable by imprisonment in a penitentiary or capital punishment. Misdemeanor charges can arise from a DUI arrest, insufficient funds for a check you wrote, a misunderstanding about merchandise you purchased in a store, a verbal dispute with someone in […]
Tulsa DUI Attorney
James M. Wirth: Aggressive Tulsa DUI Defense Lawyer A DUI arrest in Oklahoma has immediate consequences for a driver, and often for a driver’s family. When you are arrested in Tulsa on a drunken driving charge, you immediately need the skill of an experienced Tulsa DUI attorney to reduce the impact of the arrest – […]
Tulsa Asset Forfeiture Attorney
It’s Your Money: Let Us Prove It Critics call it a travesty of due process – an inherent violation of constitutional rights. Victims might call it a ripoff or legalized highway robbery. Tulsa asset forfeiture has nonetheless become a standard police tool, albeit one that makes police appear to be bounty hunters. In many Oklahoma […]
Tulsa Identity Theft Attorney
James M. Wirth, Esq., Tulsa Identity Theft Attorney You’re jarred from the dinner table by an aggressive knock on the door. You answer and a police officer demands to know your name. The next thing you know, you’ve been ordered out of your house, handcuffed, and you’re sitting in a jail cell. Trouble is, you […]
Tulsa Expungement Attorney
Expungement: Almost Like It Never Happened Are old court records making it difficult for you to find employment, win trust of colleagues, or pass background checks? You might need the counsel of a Tulsa expungement attorney. Many people who have a brush with the law reach deferred prosecution agreements that let them comply with conditions […]
Tulsa Pardon Attorney
Representation in the Oklahoma Pardon Process You’ve done your time and now you want a fresh start. Oklahoma law allows the governor to pardon those who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony. A Tulsa pardon attorney can help you determine if you are ready to ask for official forgiveness. If so, he or […]
Tulsa Estate Planning Attorney
Tulsa Oklahoma Wills, DPOAs, and Trusts The Tulsa estate planning attorneys at Wirth Law Office provide assistance with a full range of estate planning services for clients in Tulsa, Oklahoma and surrounding areas. An experienced estate planning attorney knows how to help you achieve the legacy we all want — a secure future that provides […]
Tulsa Will Drafting Attorney
Remember the Ones Who Will Remember You When the time comes to write a will, some people rely on old adages that say any scrap of paper can be used as a final testament. In theory that may be true, but a Tulsa will drafting attorney might advise otherwise. Some people turn to one of […]
Tulsa Power of Attorney Lawyer
Representing You When You’re Not Available A Tulsa power of attorney document authorizes another to act on your behalf. Almost anyone can be designated as an attorney in fact in a power of attorney, but it’s often wise to consult a Tulsa attorney about Oklahoma power of attorney laws before you give someone else authority […]
Tulsa Advanced Healthcare Directive Attorney
Document Your Preferences with a Living Will Sometimes called a living will, a Tulsa advanced healthcare directive details your choices for medical care in the event of illness or injury that leaves you unable to direct your own care. A simple and legally binding advanced directive can often be completed without the advice of an […]
Tulsa Oklahoma Trust Attorney
Let a Tulsa Oklahoma Trust Attorney Protect Your Estate A trust can be an invaluable tool for protecting the value of your estate. Revocable trusts and irrevocable trusts are legally classified as express trusts for a simple reason: they express a person’s intentions with respect to their property. The difference between the two most common […]
Tulsa Family Law Attorney
Oklahoma Divorce, Custody, and Paternity Lawyer Family law is among the oldest recorded areas of jurisprudence for obvious reasons. You care about your loved ones above all else. You want the best for them, and you want the assurance that your rights under the law — and theirs — are protected. The principles of family […]
Tulsa Divorce Attorney
Tulsa divorce is more than just a legal dispute involving property and money — it is a process that results in a court order that can affect you the remainder of your life. The emotions conjured by the prospect of filing for divorce in Oklahoma can range from fright to freedom. Even a divorce that […]
Tulsa Paternity Determination Attorney
Tulsa Paternity Determination Erases Doubt Setting up paternity, or paternity determination, is the process of establishing who is the father of a child. People often consult a Tulsa paternity determination attorney when there is dispute over the parentage of a minor child. When both parents of a child agree about who is the father, Oklahoma […]
Tulsa Oklahoma Adoption Attorney
Adoption: A Gift of Love Adopting a child can be a heartfelt act of generosity and a beautiful way to extend a family’s love. For a parent unable to provide the care and secure environment a child needs, giving a child new parents through adoption can be a selfless act that allows all involved to […]
Tulsa Guardianship Attorney
Why do people hire a Tulsa guardianship attorney when someone they love faces a hearing about a court-appointed guardian? Simply put, because they care. Courts appoint guardians to make decisions for a person who lacks sufficient capacity to manage their own needs, such as to provide food, shelter, clothing, medical care, and other necessities. The […]
Tulsa Child Support Collection Attorney
Support For Your Child’s Future Childhood is a vital but fleeting stage of any life. When a parent lacks the resources to provide for a child, the results can be devastating. Researchers have found that children who enjoy the financial support of both parents have a better chance of success in life. When you are […]
Tulsa Child Custody Attorney
For What Matters Most, Get the Best Representation A parent’s bonds with their children are among the deepest emotional ties we enjoy. When divorce or separation divides a family, or a child is born to parents who have not established a family, those emotions can be strained. The court’s role in such circumstances is to […]
Tulsa Child Neglect Attorney
Because Parental Relationships Matter To be accused of Tulsa child neglect is any parent’s worst nightmare. It can come as a surprise, leaving you stunned and confused. You answer a knock on the door and a stern social worker is standing there, backed up by a couple of down-to-business police officers. It’s a child services […]
Tulsa Grandparents Rights Attorney
Grandparents Rights: A Gray Area We may become wiser with age, but when it comes to Tulsa grandparents rights and Oklahoma courts, your wisdom might not carry much weight. Unexpected changes such as divorce, separation, adoption, the incapacity of a parent due to illness, or even the incarceration of a parent can tear down bridges […]
Tulsa Child Support Modification Attorney
When A Child Support Order No Longer Fits Modification of terms to reflect changes of circumstance can significantly change the impact of a child support order. The family law attorneys at Wirth Law Office provide up-to-date expertise for parents seeking modification of child support orders. Parents seek a Tulsa child support modification for many reasons, […]
Tulsa Protective Order Defense Attorney
Protective orders, also called restraining orders, can be useful tools for preventing interpersonal violence. Unfortunately, the easy-to-obtain orders have at times been abused to gain leverage in divorce, to influence a child custody decision, or even just to embarrass the other party in a dispute. If you’ve been served a temporary restraining order, it’s important […]
Tulsa Probate Attorney
Probate Process: A Perplexing Maze When someone you dearly love has passed away, probate procedures may be the last thing on your mind. That’s when you need the help of an experienced Tulsa probate attorney. If you neglect the complex transitional tasks associated with probate, your loved one’s final wishes may be neglected while strangers […]
Tulsa Unemployment Attorney
Have You Been Denied Your Unemployment? When you work for an employer, money is deducted from your pay check to cover Tulsa unemployment insurance. So, when you are laid off or fired, you are entitled to unemployment benefits and compensation unless your employer can prove “misconduct.” Many times, though, employees will receive letters denying them […]
Tulsa Workers' Compensation Attorney
Don’t Take Chances With Your Workers’ Comp Since 1915, employees injured on the job in Oklahoma have been entitled to workers’ compensation for medical care and other costs. And as surely as the sun will rise, some employers will try to evade their obligation to care for injured workers. That’s when you need a Tulsa […]
Common Law Marriage in Oklahoma
Is an Oklahoma Common Law Marriage Valid? It is a question often asked of a Tulsa family lawyer: “Is an Oklahoma common law marriage valid?” On the one hand, Oklahoma laws require marriages to be “contracted by a formal ceremony.” Okla. Stat. tit. 43 § 7a Oklahoma courts, on the other hand, have a more […]
Tulsa Traffic Ticket Attorney
When to Fight a Traffic Ticket in Oklahoma It starts with a sudden pulse of red and blue light in your mirror. Your heart rate quickens and your palms start to sweat. Why the fear? You are not transporting illegal drugs and you have no burglary tools spread across the back seat, so the simple […]
Tulsa CDL Ticket Attorney
Never Let Chance Steer Your Driving Career As an Oklahoma attorney, I know it takes hard work to get and keep a professional license. When you have a CDL, it is because you put in the time it takes to earn that commercial drivers license. You invested in training then took time to build a […]
Tulsa Foster Parents Attorney
Protecting the Stability of Oklahoma Foster Families Parenting a child can be one of the most difficult and the most rewarding endeavors anyone might choose. To become a foster parent can double the difficulty. As a foster parent you open yourself to the greatest hardships any parent can face, with only a vague hope of […]
Tulsa Domestic Violence Defense Attorney
What Happens When You Get Domestic Violence Charges Like most states, Oklahoma classifies certain crimes as domestic abuse when they occur among family members and among people in intimate or dating relationships. Oklahoma domestic violence charges can have more severe penalties than the same act committed against a stranger or casual associate. The reason crimes […]
Oklahoma Sex Crimes Attorney
You Have a Right to an Attorney — Use It! To be charged with a sex crime can trigger some of the most abject despair any criminal defendant may face. Fear can cloud critical thinking at the very time crystal-clear reasoning is required to navigate a potentially life-changing situation. It is not a situation to […]
Oklahoma Grandparent Adoption Attorney
Helping Grandparents Adopting Grandchildren Grandparents can often be highly important figures in the lives of their grandchildren. They can be role models and provide love, guidance, and support. In some situations, a grandparent can take on an even bigger role if they decide to legally adopt a grandchild in Oklahoma. They then become a parent […]
Tulsa Domestic Violence Attorney
Family Violence and Abuse in Oklahoma Divorce Family conflict often precedes a divorce or child custody dispute. In some cases, conflict that precipitated a divorce escalates to violence or threats when one partner files for divorce. As divorce attorneys, our office also works as Tulsa domestic violence attorneys. We have encountered a wide range of […]
Tulsa Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Dispensary Attorney
Medical Marijuana Dispensary Attorney The medical marijuana industry in Oklahoma is growing fast and the legal issues arising for related businesses are brand new in the state since passage of SQ 788. Medical marijuana industry businesses need an Oklahoma medical marijuana attorney who focuses on their unique issues to help them navigate the legal uncertainties […]
Federal Criminal Defense Attorney in Oklahoma
Federal Criminal Defense Attorney in Oklahoma A federal prosecutor – officially called an Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) – is the most elite member of the law enforcement community. They have far more time and resources than any local prosecutor and they are supported by elite investigators of the FBI and other federal law enforcement agencies. […]
Probation Violations in Tulsa
Lawyer for Probation Violations in Tulsa For offenses punishable by jail time, often defendants will be required to have a period of probation after a conviction as an alternative to serving the time. This can last months or years. By completing the probation period and meeting the related requirements, a defendant may resolve the charge […]
Oklahoma Criminal Appeals
Oklahoma Criminal Appeals and Post-Conviction Investigations It is a tragedy of our justice system that sometimes people are convicted of crimes unjustly. There are few personal tragedies that can match the injustice of being wrongly accused and convicted on a criminal charge. Sometimes Oklahoma criminal courts get the law wrong. Sometimes juries get the facts […]
Oklahoma White-Collar Crime Defense Attorney
White-collar crime is almost always a financial crime. It is typically non-violent and can be prosecuted at the state court or federal court level. These crimes are almost always grounded in fraud and deceit rather than in violence or threat of violence. Here is what you may want to know about how white-collar crimes are […]
Oklahoma Employment Attorney
Standing Up for Oklahoma Workers’ Rights Unfair treatment at work can have a devastating effect on a person’s ability to earn a living. Workers expect an employer to prevent or stop harassment, discrimination, unsafe conditions and hostile work environments. In many cases where employers fail to provide a fair, safe work environment, a Tulsa workplace […]
Tulsa Workplace Discrimination Attorney
Unfortunately, workplace discrimination occurs. It can happen to you or to a colleague. Either experience can be painful. There are both federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination in the workplace. It can be important to understand what the law prohibits and what the remedies are. If this has happened to you or if you […]
Tulsa Workplace Harassment Attorney
Workplace harassment is a common employment problem. It is a form of illegal discrimination. What may start out as a joke among colleagues can grow out of hand, making people feel uncomfortable at their place of employment. It amounts to bullying and leads to a hostile work environment not only for the person or persons […]
Tulsa Wrongful Termination Attorney
Oklahoma is an At-Will Employment State Being fired from a job can affect numerous parts of a person’s life. It is often traumatic for the fired employee and not only affects a person’s finances but can affect a person’s ability to find and keep another job. Oklahoma is what is known as an at-will employment […]
Oklahoma FMLA Attorney
Understanding The Oklahoma Family and Medical Leave Act Medical leave from employment can be a necessity sometimes. Major life events such as births, deaths, illness, and the like can mean that an employee may be needed at home to care for a loved one. Often, this means an extended period of time, one longer than […]
Oklahoma Gun Trust Lawyers
In these uncertain times, Oklahoma gun owners are increasingly turning to gun trusts to protect their right to keep and bear arms. A gun trust can protect your weapons, help your family care for and distribute them after your passing, and protect your right to own and enjoy your weapons should gun laws change. What […]
Tulsa Lawyer for Prenuptial Agreements
Are Prenuptial Agreements Valid in Oklahoma? Though Oklahoma has not adopted the Uniform Prenuptial Agreements Act, which seeks to provide a common interstate framework for the agreements, prenups, are generally considered valid and enforceable in Oklahoma. Not only that, they can provide needed clarity for a variety of questions regarding finances, such as the division […]
Tulsa Assault and Battery Attorney
Tulsa Attorney for Assault and Battery Charges In Oklahoma, assault and battery offenses include a wide range of charges and related punishments, as well as sub-category offenses with their own corresponding penalties. First, we must define the terms assault and battery. Oklahoma defines assault as any intentional and unlawful attempt to cause bodily harm to […]
Tulsa Attorney for Cease and Desist Letters
The Wirth Law Office in Tulsa offers a wide range of cease and desist letter services to help individuals put an end to harassing or illegal behavior. These letters are used to stop harassment, debt collection, infringement of intellectual property rights, and nuisances such as excessive barking dogs. The firm offers cease and desist letters for harassment, debt collection, intellectual property infringement, revenge porn, animal nuisances, noisy neighbors, defamation, and light trespass.
