
David Grenville Graves, Employment Attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation · 4.5/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews
AssociateatThe Barkley Law Firm
Tulsa, OK
Practicing employment in Tulsa since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 5 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David Grenville Graves is an associate based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. David has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Barkley Law Firm. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
- Based in
- Tulsa, OK
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Employment · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Employment, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Tulsa, OK.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About David Grenville Graves: David Grenville Graves is an associate based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. David has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Barkley Law Firm. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on employment, insurance, litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. 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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Insurance
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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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.
Insurance cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
David takes insurance 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.
Litigation cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
David takes litigation 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.
Medical Malpractice cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
David takes medical malpractice 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.
Personal Injury cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
David takes personal injury 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 Grenville Graves — employment lawyer in Tulsa
David Grenville Graves is an associate based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. David has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Barkley Law Firm. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
David Grenville Graves is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, personal injury, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. David practices at The Barkley Law Firm in Tulsa, OK.
Working with David on a employment matter
David Grenville Graves is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, personal injury, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. David practices at The Barkley Law Firm in Tulsa, OK.
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and litigation matters in Tulsa and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Washington & Lee University
J.D. · 1991
University of Oklahoma
B.B.A. · 1988
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
Oklahoma
1991 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Washington & Lee University and B.B.A. in University of Oklahoma.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Washington & Lee University and B.B.A. in University of Oklahoma. 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.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Oklahoma and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
David Grenville Graves's office in Tulsa
David's primary office is at 401 South Boston Avenue, Suite 2700, Tulsa, OK, 74103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Barkley Law Firm
401 South Boston Avenue, Suite 2700
Tulsa, OK 74103
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Client reviews of David Grenville Graves — 4.5/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews
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.
4.5
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How to hire David Grenville Graves — 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 Grenville Graves
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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