Atty. Melvin Combs
Melvin Combs is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, probate. Melvin received a B.S. degree from Central State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Oklahoma City, OK · 53+ Years Experience
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About Melvin Combs at a Glance
Melvin Combs is a probate, personal injury, and criminal defense attorney based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1973), U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at Oklahoma City University (J.D., 1972) and Central State University (B.S. Chemistry, 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Melvin Combs
- Melvin Combs is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, probate
- Melvin received a B.S. degree from Central State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Melvin practices in Oklahoma City, OK
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Melvin Combs's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melvin Combs handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oklahoma City.
Probate in Oklahoma City
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Personal Injury in Oklahoma City
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Melvin Combs is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oklahoma →
Criminal Defense in Oklahoma City
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Melvin Combs is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Oklahoma →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oklahoma City
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 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.
Oklahoma City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oklahoma City-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 Oklahoma City Choose Melvin Combs
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 Melvin Combs's practice in the field of probate, personal injury, and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Melvin Combs brings 53+ 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, Western District of Oklahoma, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit, Melvin Combs can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, personal injury, and criminal defense, Melvin Combs can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oklahoma City
A Oklahoma City-based practice means Melvin Combs 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 Melvin Combs Handles in Oklahoma City
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