Atty. John Jay Carwile

Atty. John Jay Carwile

John Jay Carwile is a lawyer practicing business and commercial litigation, trial advocacy, arbitration and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1976, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Tulsa Tulsa 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About John Jay Carwile at a glance

John Jay Carwile is a Partner based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, practicing at McDonald & Metcalf, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, adr, and energy. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1984) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western and Northern Districts of Oklahoma and U.S. Court of Appeals, (1984). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1984) and United States Naval Academy (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tulsa County and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Tulsa, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Jay Carwile is a lawyer practicing business and commercial litigation, trial advocacy, arbitration and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1976, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices at McDonald & Metcalf, LLP in Tulsa, OK

Practice Areas Explained

John Jay Carwile's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John Jay Carwile is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Oklahoma →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 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 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 John Jay Carwile

Where is John Jay Carwile's law office located?
John Jay Carwile's law practice is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The firm is McDonald & Metcalf, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Jay Carwile handle?
John Jay Carwile focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, adr, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has John Jay Carwile practiced law?
John Jay Carwile has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John Jay Carwile go to law school?
John Jay Carwile earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact John Jay Carwile for a consultation?
You can contact John Jay Carwile 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 John Jay Carwile received?
John Jay Carwile's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1984
B.S.
United States Naval Academy
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western and Northern Districts of Oklahoma and U.S. Court of Appeals,
Admitted: 1984

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