Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc.

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Criminal Defense Lawyer

3.6(63 Google reviews)

4200 Perimeter Center Dr Ste. 222, Oklahoma City, OK 73112

Information last updated October 7, 2026

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy Criminal Defense Estate Planning Family Law

About Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc.

Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. (OILS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing legal services to tribal members and supporting tribal sovereignty. Established in 1981, OILS focuses on ensuring access to justice for Native communities in Oklahoma, particularly assisting elders, disaster victims, and low-income individuals. The organization also works to educate the legal community on Indian law and foster cultural understanding.

OILS offers a range of legal services, including:

Estate Planning and Probate, often involving clearing title to restricted land and preparing wills.
Expungements for sealing or erasing criminal records.
Criminal Defense for charges in Tribal Court.
Assistance with Tribal Sovereignty, helping low-income tribes protect their rights and rewrite legal codes.
Representation in Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) cases, including child removal, adoptions, and guardianships.
Disaster Relief for legal issues arising from disasters.
Addressing land issues and protecting mineral interests.

Eligibility for OILS services is subject to federal income guidelines and membership in a federally recognized tribe. Applicants must be evaluated for eligibility and cannot currently have an attorney for the matter or be involved in criminal cases within state district courts. While OILS does not charge for attorney services, clients may be responsible for associated case costs like filing fees. Tribes and Indian organizations may also be represented if they lack resources and their legal problem significantly impacts the general Indian population, with tribes able to contract and pay OILS for services like preparing tribal codes.

From the firm’s website

Services listed: Estate Planning and Probate, Expungements, Criminal Defense, Sovereignty, Icwa, Disaster Relief, land issues
Founded: 1981
Fees: OILS does not charge for attorney services, but clients may be required to pay costs associated with the case, for example the filing fees and other possible costs associated with the case.
Offices: 4200 Perimeter Center Dr., Suite 222 Oklahoma City, OK 73112
907 S. Detroit Ave., Suite 1325 Tulsa, OK 74120
901 E Main St. Ada, OK 74820

Source: oilsonline.org · checked October 7, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM–12:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. located?+

Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. is located at 4200 Perimeter Center Dr Ste. 222, Oklahoma City, OK 73112. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. handle?+

Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. handles Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc.?+

Call Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. at (405) 943-6457 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. well rated?+

Oklahoma Indian Legal Services, Inc. has a 3.6-star rating based on 63 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

8 reviews

Dennis Popetsaitke· via Google
Rude secretary who didn't understand what clients were asking for and was quick to push any potential clients away. I thanked her for nothing, and she said I was welcome.hahaha
4 years ago
Tiffany Blackbear· via Google
They are awesome...very helpful and u dont have to wait long to talk to them or hear back from them.
5 years ago
Rob Helm· via Google
I was denied help with a child custody case/ DHS, I asked dor help through OILS because they say they have a lot of exspertice in the ICWA laws. they said they do not help out when its a native American vs native American, I was so upset and I submitted an appeal because that decision made no sense its Native American vs State, its been almost 6 months since I filed the appeal and I have called more than five times to find out the decision of the appeal from OILS and I have never gotten a response. They appear to help out Native Americans but I did not receive the help I so much needed for myself and my beautiful children.
7 years ago
Kip Jacobson· via Google
Very professional!.. Extremely knowledgeable! Friendly!.. Respectful!.. Compassionate!.. And with great business ethics, I ended up with the very best of guidance & outcome! Very rarely do I rate a compan y online, But this is one personal experience that stands out above the rest! I am ever so grateful mr D & OILS !!!
10 years ago
Cheska Nugent· via Google
I seriously get the struggle between what services are available but so far it seems not much is and have to be so destitute to qualify. Which in metro counties most services are not available thru any department citing out of area. However, many national aides don't do Oklahoma due to it being reservation. So its a choice of having a job or living in service area with no job availability. Something has to change because not all of the 3% live in serviceable areas and educated on what services are available. How is it that the nation categorizes the whole of Oklahoma as a reservation, despite land runs, but we in Oklahoma do not. It's divided between state and reservation. Citizens and non citizens of our perspective Native ancestors. I am a seriously confused citizen of two governments. 😳
5 years ago
Billie "Hughes" Farrow· via Google
The receptionist was as helpful as she was able to be, but they said I could not apply due to what my case was for. Even though I had it expunged in 2013 and they shouldn't have been able to issue a warrant for my arrest in the first place.
3 years ago
Savannah Harper· via Google
Better off asking a regular paid lawyer! They don't help anything. I was just calling for some legal advice and because I don't live in a native home they couldn't answer any questions. Close this place!
Edited a year ago
Olive Ford· via Google
Just getting through the basic intake questions the lady who took my call was unnecessarily hateful. Its a shame when it comes from people who are supposed to help you during such vulnerable times in your life, and the fact that this is for Native American makes it worse.
a month ago

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