Anne S. Maguire

Amy brings more than 25 years of experience in trial and appellate practice, with a career shaped by leadership roles and in-depth involvement in Family Law matters. Her background includes serving with Oklahoma Child Support Services, where she helped lead the state’s implementation of the Uniform Parentage Act, as well as her service as a District Judge for the Cherokee Nation. This range of experience provides her with a well-rounded understanding of family law issues affecting indiv...

Denelda L. Richardson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Denelda L. practices law in Tulsa, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized Denelda L. Richardson since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Denelda L. Richardson is held by other lawyers.

Mbilike Mwafulirwa is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Civil Rights Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Mbilike practices law in Tulsa, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized Mbilike Mwafulirwa since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Mbilike Mwafulirwa is held by other lawyers.

Montgomery L. Lair is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Montgomery L. practices law in Tulsa, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized Montgomery L. Lair since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Montgomery L. Lair is held by other la...

Frederic Dorwart is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Finance Law and Corporate Law. Frederic practices law in Tulsa, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized Frederic Dorwart since 2017. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Frederic Dorwart is held by other lawyers.

James W. Rusher is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Banking and Finance. James W. practices law in Tulsa, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized James W. Rusher since 2009. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which James W. Rusher is held by other lawyers.

Since 2006, I have served as an advisor and legal counsel to individuals and families across a wide geographic region, including communities from Dallas to St. Louis. My practice focuses on Family Law matters, including divorce and child custody disputes that directly affect family relationships, financial stability, and long-term planning. I also represent clients in complex guardianship cases, particularly those involving multi-state or international considerations. Practicing law has been ...

Amy Newsome is a member at DORWART whose practice focuses on estate planning, estate and trust law, investment management, securities law, banking and finance, fiduciary matters, and regulatory compliance. She advises individuals, families, banks, trust companies, investment advisers, broker-dealers, and nonprofit organizations on estate planning, wealth transfer strategies, fiduciary structures, governance, and complex regulatory requirements. Amy also serves as trusted counsel to financial ...

Robert Mitchener III is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Robert practices law in Tulsa, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized Robert Mitchener III since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Robert Mitchener III is held by other lawyers.

James Higgins is a member at DORWART whose practice focuses on banking and finance law, commercial litigation, public finance, fiduciary litigation, securities litigation, regulatory matters, and appellate advocacy. He represents banks, financial institutions, corporate trustees, businesses, and institutional clients in complex disputes involving trust and fiduciary matters, internal investigations, regulatory enforcement, securities claims, municipal finance, and banking litigation. James al...