The Oklahoma Bar Journal August 2025

principles of justice, profession alism, and public services. The programs, services, and initia tives we offer are evaluated with one central question in mind: Will this enhance the quality of ser vices our members can provide to their clients? This clarity of purpose allows us to stay grounded while continuing to innovate and respond to changes in the legal landscape. We thank you, our members, for your continued involvement, feedback, and dedication. We look forward to the work ahead and to continuing our shared com mitment to excellence in the legal profession across Oklahoma.

part of a larger firm in Tulsa or Oklahoma City, our goal is to help you practice more effectively and with greater confidence. We understand the needs of our members are diverse and often shaped by geography, firm size, and practice type. That’s why we continue to focus on practical resources that support the day-to day demands of Oklahoma law yers. OBA Practice Management Advisor Julie Bays is standing by to assist with law office technol ogy and management concerns, and Ethics Counsel Richard Stevens is always available to discuss your ethics and profes sional responsibility questions. And remember, these services are available at no cost to every Oklahoma lawyer as an OBA member benefit. LOOKING AHEAD: STAYING FOCUSED AND MISSION-DRIVEN As we enter the second half of the year, our mission remains clear: to serve the profession by supporting attorneys in their practice and upholding the

Communities website and sec tion meetings have become valu able spaces for members to stay informed, ask practical questions, and build professional networks. Additionally, our in-person events have returned with strength and enthusiasm. This year, the Solo & Small Firm Conference returned in its original format, and our members embraced the chance to reconnect, exchange ideas, and celebrate achievements within the legal community. These events remain essential to building the relationships that support long term professional growth and collegiality. As a heads up, the OBA Annual Meeting will be returning to the fall: Mark your calendars for Nov. 6-7 in Oklahoma City at the Sheraton Downtown Hotel. It will be strictly bar business this year, and we are hopeful the format change will be another success for the OBA. SUPPORTING THE PRACTICE OF LAW ACROSS THE STATE Whether you’re a solo prac titioner in rural Oklahoma or

To contact Executive Director Johnson, email her at janetj@okbar.org.

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