
Michael Kevin Avery, Appellate Attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Employment, and Employment Contracts · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatMcAfee & Taft A Professional Corporation
Oklahoma City, OK
Practicing appellate in Oklahoma City since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Michael Kevin Avery is a shareholder based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Michael has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McAfee & Taft A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Oklahoma City, OK
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Employment · Employment Contracts
- Handles Appellate, Employment, and Employment Contracts matters from Oklahoma City, OK.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Michael Kevin Avery: Michael Kevin Avery is a shareholder based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Michael has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McAfee & Taft A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Michael takes on
Michael concentrates on appellate, employment, employment contracts, litigation, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Employment
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Appellate cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Michael takes employment 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Michael takes employment contracts 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Michael takes litigation 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Michael takes business 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Michael Kevin Avery — appellate lawyer in Oklahoma City
Michael Kevin Avery is a shareholder based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Michael has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McAfee & Taft A Professional Corporation. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Michael Kevin Avery is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, labor and employment, employment law and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma, and has been licensed for 17 years. Michael practices at McAfee & Taft A Professional Corporation in Oklahoma City, OK.
Working with Michael on a appellate matter
Michael Kevin Avery is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, labor and employment, employment law and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma, and has been licensed for 17 years. Michael practices at McAfee & Taft A Professional Corporation in Oklahoma City, OK.
Who Michael represents
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, employment, and employment contracts matters in Oklahoma City and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston College J.D. magna cum laude Boston College J.D. 2009 Articles Editor
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University of Oklahoma B.A. summa cum laude University of Oklahoma B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Oklahoma U.S. Distri
2009 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at — in Boston College J.D. magna cum laude Boston College J.D. 2009 Articles Editor and — in University of Oklahoma B.A. summa cum laude University of Oklahoma B.A. Phi Beta Kappa.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed — in Boston College J.D. magna cum laude Boston College J.D. 2009 Articles Editor and — in University of Oklahoma B.A. summa cum laude University of Oklahoma B.A. Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Michael's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Organizations and Memberships •Oklahoma County Bar Association •Oklahoma Bar Association
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Locations
Michael Kevin Avery's office in Oklahoma City
Michael's primary office is at Eighth Floor, Two Leadership Square, 211 North Robinson Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK, 73102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McAfee & Taft A Professional Corporation
Eighth Floor, Two Leadership Square, 211 North Robinson Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
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Client reviews of Michael Kevin Avery — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. 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 Michael Kevin Avery — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael 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 Michael
Michael 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael'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 Michael Kevin Avery
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Michael'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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?
Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new appellate clients right now?
Michael'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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Michael handles appellate matters throughout Oklahoma. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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