How much does it cost to hire M. for a child custody case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. M. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does M. offer a free consultation?

M. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain M.'s office. Some child custody attorneys offer free consults — check M.'s current terms during booking.

How long do child custody cases in Oklahoma typically take?

Simple child custody 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. M. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can M. take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?

M. 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 — M. 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 M.?

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. M. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is M. accepting new child custody clients right now?

M.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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M. Eileen Echols, Child Custody Attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Child Custody, Child Support, and Civil Rights

Managing Partner

Oklahoma City, OK

Practicing child custody in Oklahoma City since 1979.

47+: Years practicing
1: Bar admission

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M. Eileen Echols is a managing partner based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Child Support, and Civil Rights. M. has over 47 years of legal experience.

Based in: Oklahoma City, OK
Experience: over 47 years
Known for: Child Custody · Child Support · Civil Rights

Handles Child Custody, Child Support, and Civil Rights matters from Oklahoma City, OK.
Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by M. Eileen Echols

M. concentrates on child custody, child support, civil rights, entertainment, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case M. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Child Custody cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

M. takes child custody 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Child Support cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

M. takes child support 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

M. takes civil rights 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Entertainment cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

M. takes entertainment 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

M. takes family law 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 M. agrees to represent you.

Biography

About M. Eileen Echols — Over 47 years of Oklahoma child custody experience

M. Eileen Echols is a managing partner based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Child Support, and Civil Rights. M. has over 47 years of legal experience.

M. Eileen Echols is a lawyer practicing family law, domestic relations law, child custody and 10 other areas of law. M. Eileen received a B.S. degree from Central State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years. M. Eileen practices in Oklahoma City, OK.

Working with M. on a child custody matter

Clients M. works with

M. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child custody, child support, and civil rights matters in Oklahoma City and the surrounding Oklahoma area.

Credentials

M. Eileen Echols's legal education and bar admissions

Oklahoma City University
J.D. · 1979
Central State University
B.S. Central · 1974

Jurisdictions

M.'s state bar admissions

Oklahoma U.S. Distri
1979 · ACTIVE

M. studied at J.D. in Oklahoma City University and B.S. Central in Central State University.

Law school and academic background

M. completed J.D. in Oklahoma City University and B.S. Central in Central State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice M. runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

M.'s professional memberships and bar associations

Oklahoma County Cleveland County Oklahoma and American Bar Associations American Judges Association Oklahoma Trial Lawyers Association
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American Federation of Medical Board Members. Editor, Oklahoma Family Law Journal, 1993. Licensed Contract Negotiator, National Football League. Member: Who's Who in Women Executives, 1989-1990
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Who's Who in American Law
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Who's Who in the Southwest
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Outstanding Young Women of America, 1979. Recognition by the 2003 Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, 87th Edition, Martindale Hubbell for High Professional Legal Standards and Ethics, AV Practice. Speaker: "The Family Law Docket, Are you Running It, or i
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"The Ethics of Docketing," November 1996
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"Post Decree Proceedings in Domestic Relations Cases," September 6 & 13, 1996. Recognition for Service to Judicial Education by Supreme Court of Oklahoma & Governor Frank Keating, 1996. Oklahoma County Bar Association, Special Appreciation from the Family
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Locations

M. Eileen Echols's office in Oklahoma City

M.'s primary office is at 1 Unknown, Oklahoma City, OK, 73159. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1 Unknown

Oklahoma City, OK 73159

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Hiring guide

How to hire M. Eileen Echols — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new child custody attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with M. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

M. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain M.'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; M. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a child custody attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

A short list to run through before you commit: How many child custody 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 M.

M. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child custody practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every child custody 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. M. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

M.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child custody practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about M. Eileen Echols

How much does it cost to hire M. for a child custody case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. M. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does M. offer a free consultation?
M. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain M.'s office. Some child custody attorneys offer free consults — check M.'s current terms during booking.
How long do child custody cases in Oklahoma typically take?
Simple child custody 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. M. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can M. take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?
M. 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 — M. 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 M.?
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. M. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is M. accepting new child custody clients right now?
M.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Child Custody attorneys serving Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Edmond in Oklahoma

M. handles child custody matters throughout Oklahoma. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified child custody attorneys in that community.

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