Every case is different, but we’re transparent from the beginning. Many behind-the-scenes tasks aren’t billed — and you’ll always know what you’re paying for.

We do not. Our focus is on broader property and construction-related matters.

Yes. We help entrepreneurs form LLCs, partnerships, and corporations with the legal safeguards needed for long-term success.

Yes. We represent clients across central Oklahoma and surrounding counties.

Absolutely. We offer in-person and virtual consultations based on your preference.

We work primarily with small businesses, contractors, property owners, and developers across central Oklahoma.

Yes. I want to emphasize that we will meet clients where they are. If they prefer a phone call, we can reach out by phone. If they prefer an in person or virtual meeting, we can also accommodate that. We obviously want to accommodate anyone who may struggle with technology as well. For certain types of cases, especially construction defect or boundary dispute cases, Oak & Stone meets its clients on site.

Yes. Oak & Stone has a client portal to help facilitate this, and otherwise uses encrypted email for communication with clients as it concerns documents. 

Because Oak & Stone is currently a solo practice, you are able to communicate with your attorney directly. The best way to reach Dillon is through text message, once you receive his cell phone number. 

As a small firm, we are very reliant on the latest technology to deliver quality services to our clients. We utilize specialized legal software, as well as AI tools to help facilitate quick retrieval of information from our clients, which saves them money at the end of the day.

Since I am a solo attorney, you will be working directly with me.

At Oak & Stone Law, we fiercely adhere to concepts of attorney client privilege set forth by the American and Oklahoma Bar Associations, which is an ethical requirement to practice law in any jurisdiction. Your legal privacy is protected by law and there is a threat of suspension or disbarment if any attorney associated with your case violates that sacred trust. Beyond concepts of attorney-client privilege and the protection of attorney work product associated with your case, your privacy is of the utmost importance to us.

Yes, but they are only stored behind encrypted firewalls.

Yes and No. Certainly not in any way that could identify your case as it is associated with you. However, it should be noted that if a lawsuit has been filed, then it is public record. And there likely be no removing such a lawsuit from public scrutiny. For businesses wishing to avoid their business appearing in the public record, having strong contracts that resolve disputes through mediation or arbitration are a must to protect your reputation. It should also be noted that there are third party contractors that Oak & Stone Law may work with, whether that is a Building Specialist, a Structural Engineer, a Master Arborist, an accountant, or a private eye, but all of those are covered by the concept of attorney-client privilege by extension. Your privacy is safe with Oak & Stone Law.

I would count on your case taking at least a year. Some of this is actually structural on the part of the legal system, as it tends to encourage early settlement for many matters.

It will depend on the specific case, but, overall, the biggest risk for every litigant is cost to litigate. Lawsuits are expensive, and there is economic strategy in their approach, which Oak & Stone Law will keep you abreast of at every point and juncture of your case, including in the pre-litigation stage. Sometimes you may only need to threaten litigation to encourage a party to comply. Since this is best determined on a case-by-case basis, Oak & Stone Law will have a more concise answer about what your specific risks are in your given case, because there are too many possibilities to account for in an FAQ.

Many times. It is especially beneficial to settle outside of court when a settlement agreement will offer options for resolving a given dispute that a Court cannot or will not offer.

It will depend. Sometimes court appearances are required, but generally speaking for civil litigation court appearances are not necessary.

It is possible, but not guaranteed. We will always ask for reasonable attorney’s fees. I much prefer my client’s adversaries paying me than my client’s themselves. If attorney’s fees are awarded, it will usually be at the end of a case, and Oak & Stone Law will reimburse their clients for attorney’s fees that have paid when such a judgment or settlement is reached.

Property issues are central to Oak & Stone Law’s practice areas, and helping to resolve boundary and easement disputes is among our more important practice areas

It is very likely that you have grounds for a lawsuit, though this will depend on specific facts of your case. If you could have the disclosure form and some photos of the defect ready for the free consultation call, we will be able to utilize that free hour to its fullest extent.

Yes. Landlord/Tenant relationships in commercial settings can be complicated. Oak & Stone Law will be able to assist you in negotiating a commercial lease before you sign it, enforcing aspects of the lease if you are having issues with your landlord or tenant, and renegotiation of lease agreements. We also handle construction disputes for commercial properties, whether we are helping to negotiate the terms of the deal prior to construction beginning, or we are helping a party enforce their rights under contract. We also offer construction litigation services for commercial real estate disputes, where applicable.

You may have to go to mediation first, but the short answer is Yes.

That will depend if you have a contract in place. If you do not have a contract with the contractor, you still have options. Much of it will depend on the facts of your matter specifically. Oak & Stone Law will be able to give you details about your options once we hear about the facts of your case during the free consultation.

You should contact Oak & Stone Law immediately and we can assess the viability of your claim during the one-hour free consultation.

While the statute of limitations is usually two years, it is best to contact a lawyer as soon as you become aware of the construction defect.

Whereas, a person may sue for construction defects regardless of whether a contract has been executed between the parties.

It will depend on the facts of your case, the amount involved, and whether or not you have a contract in place. Oak & Stone Law will be able to help you weigh whether or not legal action will be beneficial to your case early in the process.

Mechanic’s Liens are a tool of contractors to help them recover payment from clients they have performed the work for in the last 3-4 months. A mechanic’s lien is one tool in the tool kit that contractors can use to recover payment for work already performed. Time is of the essence with mechanic’s liens, so please contact Oak & Stone as soon as you believe your client is going to refuse to pay you.

Alternative dispute resolution is generally more affordable and resolves more quickly than a lawsuit taken to all the way to a jury decision, and quicker resolutions are often preferred. Some judges will also order parties to mediate during a lawsuit. Real Estate transaction disputes are required by state law and their standardized contracts to go to mediation prior a law suit being filed. Likewise, many contracts require that the Parties utilize mediation or arbitration services prior to being able to bring a suit in open court. Evaluating the language of your contract to determine how disputes are to be addressed is among the first things Oak & Stone Law assesses when reviewing your case.

I would highly recommend having a lawyer, especially a lawyer with a background in construction and contract law, review your contract. Most standardized contracts offered by builders, developers, or commercial landlords favor the party offering the contract and there are many industry-specific terms that lawyers who are not familiar with the construction industry may overlook. If you are not familiar with the construction industry, or contract law, there is likely something in your contract that is not in your favor that you are unlikely to understand unless a licensed attorney reviews the contract. The more a contract is worth, the more important it becomes to hire a lawyer to review it. I offer these services to individual clients of builders, businesses of all stripes, and even to builders who may be working with larger investment groups wishing to build larger projects.