Atty. J. Peter Messler
J. Peter Messler is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, general civil trial practice and 1 other area of law.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Tulsa, OK · 55+ Years Experience
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About J. Peter Messler at a Glance
J. Peter Messler is an Of Counsel based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, practicing at Drummond Law, P.L.L.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on litigation and adr. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1971), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Oklahoma (1971), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma (1975). Educated at University of Tulsa College of Law (J.D., 1971) and Oklahoma State University (B.S. Business, 1962). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Tulsa, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About J. Peter Messler
- J. Peter Messler is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, general civil trial practice and 1 other area of law
- J. Peter received a B.S. degree from Oklahoma State University in 1962, and has been licensed for 55 years
- J. Peter practices at Drummond Law, P.L.L.C. in Tulsa, OK
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J. Peter Messler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Peter Messler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tulsa.
Civil Litigation in Tulsa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Tulsa
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
J. Peter Messler is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Oklahoma →
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tulsa Choose J. Peter Messler
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 J. Peter Messler's practice in the field of litigation and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
J. Peter Messler brings 55+ 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 Oklahoma, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Oklahoma, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma, J. Peter Messler can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation and adr, J. Peter Messler 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 J. Peter Messler 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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