Ivan Duke Halley, Appellate Attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Over 53 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Energy, and Environmental · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatHalley & Talbot Law Firm PLLC
Oklahoma City, OK
Practicing appellate in Oklahoma City since 1973.
- 53+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Ivan Duke Halley is a member based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Energy, and Environmental. Ivan has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Halley & Talbot Law Firm PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Oklahoma City, OK
- Experience
- over 53 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Energy · Environmental
- Handles Appellate, Energy, and Environmental matters from Oklahoma City, OK.
- Over 53 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Ivan Duke Halley: Ivan Duke Halley is a member based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Energy, and Environmental. Ivan has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Halley & Talbot Law Firm PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ivan takes on
Ivan concentrates on appellate, energy, environmental, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ivan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Appellate cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Ivan takes appellate matters in Oklahoma City, 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 Ivan agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Ivan takes energy matters in Oklahoma City, 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 Ivan agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Ivan takes environmental matters in Oklahoma City, 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 Ivan agrees to represent you.
General cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Ivan takes general matters in Oklahoma City, 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 Ivan agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Ivan takes insurance matters in Oklahoma City, 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 Ivan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ivan Duke Halley — appellate lawyer in Oklahoma City
Ivan Duke Halley is a member based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Energy, and Environmental. Ivan has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Halley & Talbot Law Firm PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ivan Duke Halley is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil trial practice, environmental law and 14 other areas of law. Ivan received a B.A. degree from Southwestern Oklahoma State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years. Ivan practices at Halley & Talbot Law Firm PLLC in Oklahoma City, OK.
How Ivan handles appellate matters
Ivan Duke Halley is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil trial practice, environmental law and 14 other areas of law. Ivan received a B.A. degree from Southwestern Oklahoma State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years. Ivan practices at Halley & Talbot Law Firm PLLC in Oklahoma City, OK.
Who Ivan represents
Ivan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, energy, and environmental matters in Oklahoma City and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Oklahoma
J.D. · 1973
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
B.A. · 1970
Jurisdictions
Ivan's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
Oklahoma
1973 · ACTIVE
Ivan studied at J.D. in University of Oklahoma and B.A. in Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Law school and academic background
Ivan completed J.D. in University of Oklahoma and B.A. in Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ivan runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Ivan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Ivan's professional memberships and bar associations
Woodward County (President, 1989), Oklahoma and American Bar Associations Oklahoma Trial Lawyers Association (President, 2005 Member, Board of Directors, 1996—) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
membership
American Board of Trial Advocacy (President, Oklahoma Chapter, 1989)
bar_fellowship
American College of Trial Lawyers
bar_fellowship
Locations
Ivan Duke Halley's office in Oklahoma City
Ivan's primary office is at 13901 Quail Point Dr., Oklahoma City, OK, 73134. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Halley & Talbot Law Firm PLLC
13901 Quail Point Dr.
Oklahoma City, OK 73134
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Client reviews of Ivan Duke Halley — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Ivan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Oklahoma City.
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How to hire Ivan Duke Halley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ivan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ivan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ivan'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; Ivan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Ivan
Ivan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Ivan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ivan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ivan Duke Halley
How much does it cost to hire Ivan for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ivan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ivan offer a free consultation?
Ivan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ivan's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Ivan's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Oklahoma typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Ivan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ivan take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?
Ivan 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 — Ivan 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 Ivan?
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. Ivan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ivan accepting new appellate clients right now?
Ivan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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