Rick Paynter, Litigation Attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability
Tulsa, OK
Practicing litigation in Tulsa since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Rick Paynter is an attorney based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Rick has over 41 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Tulsa, OK
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Tulsa, OK.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Rick Paynter: Rick Paynter is an attorney based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Rick has over 41 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Rick takes on
Rick concentrates on litigation, personal injury, product liability, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rick handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Workers Comp
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Litigation cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Rick 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Rick 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Rick takes product liability 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Rick takes workers comp 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Rick Paynter — litigation lawyer in Tulsa
Rick Paynter is an attorney based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Rick has over 41 years of legal experience.
Rick Paynter is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, products liability and 1 other area of law. Rick received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Rick practices in Tulsa, OK.
Rick's approach to litigation cases
Rick Paynter is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, products liability and 1 other area of law. Rick received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Rick practices in Tulsa, OK.
Clients Rick works with
Rick reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, personal injury, and product liability matters in Tulsa and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Oklahoma
J.D. · 1984
University of Oklahoma
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Rick's state bar admissions
Oklahoma
1985 · ACTIVE
Rick studied at J.D. in University of Oklahoma and B.A. in University of Oklahoma.
Law school and academic background
Rick completed J.D. in University of Oklahoma and B.A. in University of Oklahoma. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rick runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Rick Paynter's office in Tulsa
Rick's primary office is at 111 West Fifth Street, Suite 800, Tulsa, OK, 74103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Rick Paynter
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Rick Paynter — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rick usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rick charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rick'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; Rick will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Rick
Rick discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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. Rick confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rick's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Rick Paynter
How much does it cost to hire Rick for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rick walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rick offer a free consultation?
Rick charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rick's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Rick's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in Oklahoma typically take?
Simple litigation 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. Rick gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rick take my case if I'm outside Tulsa?
Rick 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 — Rick 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 Rick?
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. Rick will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rick accepting new litigation clients right now?
Rick's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Litigation attorneys serving Tulsa, Oklahoma City and Edmond in Oklahoma
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