Jared D. Giddens
About Jared D. Giddens
Jared D. Giddens is a lawyer based in Oklahoma City, OK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Jared D. Giddens is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Law
- Energy Law
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Conner & Winters LLP
Education: University of Oklahoma, J.D., graduated 1981 and Central State University, B.S., cum laude, graduated 1978
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
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