Atty. Franklin Jay Kivel

Atty. Franklin Jay Kivel

Franklin Jay Kivel is a lawyer practicing probate law, wills, trusts and estates and 15 other areas of law. Franklin Jay received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1963, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma City 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Franklin Jay Kivel at a glance

Franklin Jay Kivel is a Member based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, practicing at Franklin Jay Kivel. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1974). Educated at Oklahoma City University (J.D., 1974) and University of Southern California (B.A. University, 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oklahoma County (Member, 1981-1985 and Chairman, 1982-1985, Fee Grievance and Ethics Committee Member, Bench and Bar Committee, 1982-1984), Oklahoma (Vice-Chairman, Public Information Committee, 1983-1984), Federal and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Franklin Jay Kivel is a lawyer practicing probate law, wills, trusts and estates and 15 other areas of law
  • Franklin Jay received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1963, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Franklin Jay practices at Franklin Jay Kivel in Oklahoma City, OK

Practice Areas Explained

Franklin Jay Kivel's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Franklin Jay Kivel is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Oklahoma →

Contracts

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Trusts

Franklin Jay Kivel is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Oklahoma →

Probate

Franklin Jay Kivel is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

Franklin Jay Kivel is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oklahoma →

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 Oklahoma City 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 Franklin Jay Kivel

Where is Franklin Jay Kivel's law office located?
Franklin Jay Kivel's law practice is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The firm is Franklin Jay Kivel. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Franklin Jay Kivel handle?
Franklin Jay Kivel focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has Franklin Jay Kivel practiced law?
Franklin Jay Kivel has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Franklin Jay Kivel go to law school?
Franklin Jay Kivel earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. University, 1963).
How can I contact Franklin Jay Kivel for a consultation?
You can contact Franklin Jay Kivel 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 Franklin Jay Kivel received?
Franklin Jay Kivel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Oklahoma City University
- 1974
B.A. University
University of Southern California
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1974

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