Atty. W. Ralph Patterson

Atty. W. Ralph Patterson

W. Ralph Patterson is a lawyer practicing probate, taxation, estate planning.

Tulsa Tulsa 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About W. Ralph Patterson at a glance

W. Ralph Patterson is a Member based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, practicing at Briggs, Patterson & Associates. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1964), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Oklahoma (1966), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1967). Educated at University of Tulsa (LL.B., 1964) and Oklahoma City University (B.S. Bus., 1958). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tulsa County and Oklahoma Bar Associations. Serands clients in Tulsa, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • W. Ralph Patterson is a lawyer practicing probate, taxation, estate planning
  • W. Ralph received a B.S. degree from Oklahoma City University in 1958, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • W. Ralph practices at Briggs, Patterson & Associates in Tulsa, OK

Practice Areas Explained

W. Ralph Patterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Ralph Patterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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.

W. Ralph Patterson is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oklahoma →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

W. Ralph Patterson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 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 W. Ralph Patterson

Where is W. Ralph Patterson's law office located?
W. Ralph Patterson's law practice is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The firm is Briggs, Patterson & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Ralph Patterson handle?
W. Ralph Patterson focuses on probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has W. Ralph Patterson practiced law?
W. Ralph Patterson has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did W. Ralph Patterson go to law school?
W. Ralph Patterson earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.S. Bus., 1958).
How can I contact W. Ralph Patterson for a consultation?
You can contact W. Ralph Patterson 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 W. Ralph Patterson received?
W. Ralph Patterson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Tulsa
- 1964
B.S. Bus.
Oklahoma City University
- 1958

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1964
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Oklahoma
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1967

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