Atty. Malinda S. Matlock

Atty. Malinda S. Matlock

Malinda Matlock is a Partner with Rhodes Hieronymus in Oklahoma. She practices in the areas of Professional Liability (Medical, Legal, A&E, E&O, D&O), Employment Litigation, Sexual Misconduct, Premise Liability, Transportation, Bad Faith Insurance Claims, and Coverage Disputes.

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About Malinda S. Matlock at a glance

Malinda S. Matlock is a Partner based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, practicing at Rhodes, Hieronymus, Jones, Tucker & Gable, P.L.L.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1991) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Western and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma United States Court of Appe (1991). Educated at University of Oklahoma College of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Oklahoma (B.B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Member, Defense Research Institute and Oklahoma Association of Defense Counsel, 1992-2003 Oklahoma Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Tulsa, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Malinda Matlock is a Partner with Rhodes Hieronymus in Oklahoma
  • She practices in the areas of Professional Liability (Medical, Legal, A&E, E&O, D&O), Employment Litigation, Sexual Misconduct, Premise Liability, Transportation, Bad Faith Insurance Claims, and Coverage Disputes
  • Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Malinda attended the University of Oklahoma College of Business and the OU College of Law
  • She began her career in litigation with a medical malpractice defense firm in Tulsa, followed by serving as Chief Compliance Officer for a large comprehensive health system
  • Malinda relocated to Oklahoma City in 2000 to expand her practice to all-inclusive insurance defense litigation
  • Malinda has tried lawsuits before arbitrators, judges, and juries in federal courts in Oklahoma and Missouri, and Oklahoma state courts
  • She has also resolved hundreds of cases through motion practice, negotiation, and mediation
  • Malinda is a frequent speaker and writer for several legal professional organizations
  • She served on USLAW’s Board of Directors and is a past chair for USLAW’s Professional Liability Practice Group and USLAW’s Women’s Connection
  • She has served on the Bench & Bar Committee, Civil Procedure Committee, and Oklahoma Uniform Jury Instruction Committee for the Oklahoma Bar Association
  • Malinda is a past president, former Board member, and recipient of the Distinguished Service Award for the Oklahoma Association of Defense Counsel and has been a longstanding member of DRI and CLM
  • She also has been peer-selected as an Oklahoma SuperLawyer for 10+ years
  • She is recognized as one of America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators

Practice Areas Explained

Malinda S. Matlock's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

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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 Malinda S. Matlock

Where is Malinda S. Matlock's law office located?
Malinda S. Matlock's law practice is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The firm is Rhodes, Hieronymus, Jones, Tucker & Gable, P.L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Malinda S. Matlock handle?
Malinda S. Matlock focuses on medical malpractice, employment, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has Malinda S. Matlock practiced law?
Malinda S. Matlock has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Malinda S. Matlock go to law school?
Malinda S. Matlock earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Malinda S. Matlock for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Malinda S. Matlock received?
Malinda S. Matlock's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Oklahoma College of Law
- 1991
B.B.A.
University of Oklahoma
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern, Western and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma United States Court of Appe
Admitted: 1991

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