
Tara Goodnight, General Attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and Medical Malpractice
PartneratSecrest, Hill, Butler & Secrest
Tulsa, OK
Practicing general in Tulsa since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Tara Goodnight is a partner based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Medical Malpractice. Tara has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Secrest, Hill, Butler & Secrest.
- Based in
- Tulsa, OK
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- General · Health Care · Medical Malpractice
- Handles General, Health Care, and Medical Malpractice matters from Tulsa, OK.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Tara Goodnight: Tara Goodnight is a partner based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Medical Malpractice. Tara has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Secrest, Hill, Butler & Secrest.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Tara Goodnight
Tara concentrates on general, health care, medical malpractice, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Medical Malpractice
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Workers Comp
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General cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tara takes general 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 Tara agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tara takes health care 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 Tara agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tara 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 Tara agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tara 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 Tara agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Tara Goodnight — Over 25 years of Oklahoma general experience
Tara Goodnight is a partner based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Medical Malpractice. Tara has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Secrest, Hill, Butler & Secrest.
How Tara handles general matters
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Who Tara represents
Tara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and medical malpractice matters in Tulsa and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Tara Goodnight's legal education and bar admissions
University of Arkansas
J.D. · 2001
University of Arkansas
B.A. · 1998
Jurisdictions
Tara's state bar admissions
Arkansas
2009 · ACTIVE
Oklahoma U.S. Distri
2001 · ACTIVE
Tara studied at J.D. in University of Arkansas and B.A. in University of Arkansas.
Law school and academic background
Tara completed J.D. in University of Arkansas and B.A. in University of Arkansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tara runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Tara's professional memberships and bar associations
Oklahoma and Tulsa County Bar Associations Tulsa County Bar Auxiliary
membership
Locations
Tara Goodnight's office in Tulsa
Tara's primary office is at 7134 South Yale, Suite 900, Tulsa, OK, 74136-6342. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Secrest, Hill, Butler & Secrest
7134 South Yale, Suite 900
Tulsa, OK 74136-6342
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How to hire Tara Goodnight — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tara'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; Tara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Tara
Tara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Tara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tara Goodnight
How much does it cost to hire Tara for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tara offer a free consultation?
Tara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tara's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Tara's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Oklahoma typically take?
Simple general 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. Tara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tara take my case if I'm outside Tulsa?
Tara 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 — Tara 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 Tara?
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. Tara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tara accepting new general clients right now?
Tara'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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