
David Bruce McKinney, Employment Attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Health Care, and Securities · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatGableGotwals
Tulsa, OK
Practicing employment in Tulsa since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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David Bruce McKinney is a shareholder based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Securities. David has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at GableGotwals. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Tulsa, OK
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Employment · Health Care · Securities
- Handles Employment, Health Care, and Securities matters from Tulsa, OK.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David Bruce McKinney: David Bruce McKinney is a shareholder based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Securities. David has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at GableGotwals. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on employment, health care, securities, trusts, and estate planning. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
David takes employment matters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
David takes health care matters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
David takes securities matters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
David takes trusts matters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
David takes estate planning matters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David Bruce McKinney — employment lawyer in Tulsa
David Bruce McKinney is a shareholder based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Securities. David has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at GableGotwals. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David Bruce McKinney is a lawyer practicing corporate & securities law, health care, labor & employment law & employee benefits and 1 other area of law. David received a B.S. degree from Rice University in 1974, and has been licensed for 51 years. David practices at GableGotwals in Tulsa, OK.
How David handles employment matters
David Bruce McKinney is a lawyer practicing corporate & securities law, health care, labor & employment law & employee benefits and 1 other area of law. David received a B.S. degree from Rice University in 1974, and has been licensed for 51 years. David practices at GableGotwals in Tulsa, OK.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, health care, and securities matters in Tulsa and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Columbia University
J.D. · 1975
Rice University
B.S. Physics · 1974
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Oklahoma
1975 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Columbia University and B.S. Physics in Rice University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Columbia University and B.S. Physics in Rice University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
David Bruce McKinney's office in Tulsa
David's primary office is at 1100 Oneok Plaza, 100 West Fifth Street, Tulsa, OK, 74103-4217. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
GableGotwals
1100 Oneok Plaza, 100 West Fifth Street
Tulsa, OK 74103-4217
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Client reviews of David Bruce McKinney — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Tulsa.
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How to hire David Bruce McKinney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Bruce McKinney
How much does it cost to hire David for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Oklahoma typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Tulsa?
David is licensed in Oklahoma. Matters governed by Oklahoma law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new employment clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Tulsa, Oklahoma City and Edmond in Oklahoma
David handles employment matters throughout Oklahoma. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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