James Asbill
Tulsa
Summary
Dynamic litigation attorney with proven skills in legal analysis, courtroom presence, and legal writing. Experienced in trial preparation and client counseling, adept at supporting litigation strategies to drive successful outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Attorney
Helton Law Firm
Tulsa, OK
12.2024 - Current
- Researched and analyzed case law to support litigation strategies.
- Drafted legal documents, including motions and pleadings, ensuring compliance with court rules.
- Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits and preparing witness lists.
- Conducted client interviews to gather information for case development and strategy formulation.
- Practice areas included general civil litigation, with a focus on real estate contract disputes, property disputes, contested probate litigation, and family law.
Associate Attorney
Solomon | Arieh
Tulsa, OK
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Self-driven practice in a small firm environment, managing a robust caseload focused on family law, as well as probate and criminal defense matters, through all phases of litigation.
- Considerable experience with evidentiary hearings, non-jury trials, and jury trials.
Associate Attorney
Federal Practice Group
Tulsa, OK
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Worked as associate for local office of a DC-based practice focused on federal employment and civil rights litigation.
- Research and motion drafting experience for cases across several federal jurisdictions.
- Also maintained a local practice focused on family law and general civil litigation.
Associate Attorney
Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig
Tulsa, OK
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Employed in the local office of a worldwide law firm focused on intellectual property and complex commercial litigation.
- Jury trial experience in business litigation involving trade secrets.
- Also practiced in family law and probate proceedings.
Associate Attorney
Franden | Farris | Quillin | Goodnight | Roberts + Ward
Tulsa, OK
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Primary litigation experience in the insurance defense industry, focusing on personal injury, transportation and trucking, commercial leasing, and subrogation matters.
- Managed high-volume caseload through all phases of litigation.
Assistant District Attorney
Tulsa County District Attorney's Office
Tulsa, OK
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Prosecuted criminal offenses in both district and juvenile courts, with a focus on felony offenses.
- Appointed special prosecutor for animal cruelty cases.
- Jury trial experience as both second and first chair counsel.
Education
J.D. - Law
University of Tulsa College of Law
Tulsa, OK05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Political Science - Cum Laude
Oklahoma Christian University
Edmond, OK04-2014
Skills
- Legal analysis
- Courtroom presence
- Legal writing
- Document review
- Client counseling
- Legal research
Admissions
- Oklahoma Bar Association - September 2017.
- Northern District of Oklahoma - December 2019.
- Western District of Oklahoma - January 2020.
Timeline
Litigation Attorney
Helton Law Firm
12.2024 - Current
Associate Attorney
Solomon | Arieh
02.2024 - 11.2024
Associate Attorney
Federal Practice Group
07.2022 - 02.2024
Associate Attorney
Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig
08.2021 - 05.2022
Associate Attorney
Franden | Farris | Quillin | Goodnight | Roberts + Ward
11.2019 - 07.2021
Assistant District Attorney
Tulsa County District Attorney's Office
08.2017 - 10.2019
J.D. - Law
University of Tulsa College of Law
Bachelor of Science - Political Science - Cum Laude
Oklahoma Christian University