Atty. Brad K. Cunningham
Brad Cunningham is an award winning family law attorney with nearly two decades of experience. Since beginning his legal career in 2006, Brad has built a reputation as a trusted advocate for individuals navigating complex family law matters.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Tulsa, OK · 17+ Years Experience
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About Brad K. Cunningham at a Glance
Brad K. Cunningham is a family law and adr attorney based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, practicing at Cunningham Barnard PLLC. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in Texas, 2006 (inactive status) and Oklahoma (2009). Educated at University of Oklahoma (—, 2006) and Harding University (—, 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serves clients in Tulsa, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brad K. Cunningham
- Brad Cunningham is an award winning family law attorney with nearly two decades of experience
- Since beginning his legal career in 2006, Brad has built a reputation as a trusted advocate for individuals navigating complex family law matters
- Licensed in 2006, he focuses on representing clients in high-stakes divorce and child custody cases, providing steadfast guidance during life's most challenging transitions
- Throughout his distinguished career, Brad has garnered numerous accolades, including being named "Family Law Lawyer of the Year" in Family Law by Best Lawyers and earning recognition as a Super Lawyer
- He also holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer-review rating for ethical standards and professional excellence
- All a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence and client-centered advocacy
- He guides clients through all types of family law matters, including divorce proceedings, child custody cases, prenuptial and post-marital agreements, modifications of visitation and parental rights, child support modifications, enforcement actions and much more
- No case is too big or complicated for Brad
- Many of his clients have significant wealth at stake in a divorce, including entrepreneurs, executives, lawyers, doctors and other professionals
- They count on Brad to outhustle adversaries and create a proactive game plan to maintain control of cases involving complex property division issues, business and stock valuations, asset tracing and pre- or post-marital agreements
- Before co-founding CUNNINGHAM BARNARD, Brad honed his expertise at a nationwide family law firm, where he managed several office locations and attorneys across the country
- Most recently he was a partner at one of Oklahoma’s largest and oldest law firms
- These experiences equipped him with a broad perspective and a deep understanding of family law dynamics, which he now brings to his dedicated representation of clients
- Whether protecting parental rights, securing equitable resolutions, or guiding clients through contentious disputes, Brad’s strategic approach and deep understanding of family law ensure his clients receive compassionate and effective representation
- When you need an attorney who combines skill, experience, and integrity, Brad Cunningham is here to help you achieve the best possible outcome for your family
- FOLLOW ME ON FACEBOOK EDUCATION University of Oklahoma College of Law, 2006 Harding University, Summa Cum Laude, 2003 ADMISSIONS Texas – 2006 (inactive status) Oklahoma – 2009 PUBLISHED APPELLATE CASES In the Matter of the Adoption of L.B.L, 2023 OK 48, 529 P.3d 175 Bills v
- Bills, 2022 OK CIV APP 27, 514 P.3d 485 Swiney v
- Villanueva, 2021 OK CIV APP 37, 499 P.3d 1244 In Re the Marriage of Dalton, 2019 OK CIV APP 23, 438 P.3d 852
Practice Areas Explained
Brad K. Cunningham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brad K. Cunningham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tulsa.
Family Law in Tulsa
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Tulsa
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tulsa
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 Tulsa 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 venue, 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.
Tulsa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tulsa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Tulsa Choose Brad K. Cunningham
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brad K. Cunningham's practice in the field of family law and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brad K. Cunningham brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, 2006 (inactive status) and Oklahoma, Brad K. Cunningham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law and adr, Brad K. Cunningham can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tulsa
A Tulsa-based practice means Brad K. Cunningham attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Brad K. Cunningham Handles in Tulsa
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brad K. Cunningham has experience with under Oklahoma law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brad K. Cunningham directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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