Atty. Bill Barksdale

Atty. Bill Barksdale

Bill Barksdale is a lifelong resident of Okmulgee, Oklahoma. While an undergraduate student at the University of Oklahoma (1966 - 1970), he was a member of Phi Kappa Psi fraternity and the OU Men's Tennis Team.

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Profile Summary

About Bill Barksdale at a glance

Bill Barksdale is a Partner based in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, practicing at The Barksdale Law Firm, P.C.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern, Western and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma Muskogee Creek Nation Distr (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at University of Oklahoma School of Law (J.D., 1973) and University of Oklahoma (B.A. English, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oklahoma Bar Association. Serands clients in Okmulgee, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bill Barksdale is a lifelong resident of Okmulgee, Oklahoma
  • While an undergraduate student at the University of Oklahoma (1966 - 1970), he was a member of Phi Kappa Psi fraternity and the OU Men's Tennis Team
  • He graduated OU Law School in 1973
  • After serving on active duty as a Captain in the U.S
  • Army, he returned to Okmulgee to practice with his father, John H.W
  • Barksdale, and Dale F. Rainey until their deaths
  • He was appointed City of Okmulgee Municipal Judge in 1979
  • He has continued his service as Municipal Judge while maintaining an active law practice

Practice Areas Explained

Bill Barksdale's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bill Barksdale handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Probate

Bill Barksdale is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Oklahoma →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Bill Barksdale is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Oklahoma →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Bill Barksdale is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oklahoma →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

Practicing law in Oklahoma. Legal matters in Oklahoma are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Okmulgee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oklahoma state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oklahoma brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oklahoma courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bill Barksdale

Where is Bill Barksdale's law office located?
Bill Barksdale's law practice is located in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. The firm is The Barksdale Law Firm, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bill Barksdale handle?
Bill Barksdale focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has Bill Barksdale practiced law?
Bill Barksdale has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Bill Barksdale go to law school?
Bill Barksdale earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A. English, 1970).
How can I contact Bill Barksdale for a consultation?
You can contact Bill Barksdale directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bill Barksdale received?
Bill Barksdale's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Oklahoma School of Law
- 1973
B.A. English
University of Oklahoma
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern, Western and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma Muskogee Creek Nation Distr
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976

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