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Having developed a successful high school speech and debate program, Randall Vaughan left education to pursue a career as a trial lawyer, a goal that guided his law school education and decision to join Pray Walker in 1985. Randall has tried numerous cases in federal and state courts, and written legal briefs and presented oral arguments at the appellate level. He has also served as an advocate for clients in private arbitrations. As a counselor, he assists large companies in managing their n...

William Jones is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Banking and Finance Law. William practices law in Tulsa, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized William Jones 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 William Jones is held by other lawyers.

Don Smith joined Pray Walker in 1983 and has been a Shareholder with the Firm since 1990. Practicing in the areas of energy law, environmental law and title examination law, his primary emphasis is in energy transactions, principally representing oil and gas producers and operators in the purchase and sale of exploration and production assets, gathering and other midstream properties, and energy-related surface facilities. Don has negotiated, coordinated and closed numerous energy transaction...

Guy A. Fortney is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Civil Rights Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Guy A. practices law in Tulsa, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized Guy A. Fortney 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...

Danny C. Williams, Sr. is a member at DORWART whose practice focuses on complex litigation, civil rights litigation, criminal defense, internal investigations, condemnation and eminent domain, wrongful death, and catastrophic personal injury matters. He represents businesses, governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, healthcare organizations, and individuals in high-stakes disputes involving government investigations, constitutional issues, regulatory matters, and significant legal and ...

I did not always know that I wanted to become an attorney. After graduating from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in psychology, I was still searching for a meaningful career path. I decided to take time to explore my interests and moved to New York for a year. While there, I observed a law school class with a friend, an experience that sparked my interest in the law. That moment led me to prepare for the LSAT and ultimately enroll at Touro Law School. Law school proved to be a transf...

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.

Brett Crane has served as the Firm’s Managing Partner since 2008. His practice concentrates in the areas of corporate law with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financing, securities, private equity and emerging businesses, venture capital transactions, family-owned businesses and succession planning, and counseling with respect to business issues, compliance and contract negotiation. He has extensive experience representing clients in various industries and servi...

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 ...