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Wesley Gardner Smith, Criminal Defense Attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatMiddleton, Nowakowski & Smith

Oklahoma City, OK

Practicing criminal defense in Oklahoma City since 1990.

36+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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Wesley Gardner Smith is a member based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation. Wesley has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Middleton, Nowakowski & Smith. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Oklahoma City, OK
Experience
over 36 years
Known for
Criminal Defense · Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Oklahoma City, OK.
  • Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Wesley Gardner Smith: Wesley Gardner Smith is a member based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation. Wesley has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Middleton, Nowakowski & Smith. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Wesley takes on

Wesley concentrates on criminal defense, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Wesley handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Criminal Defense cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Wesley takes criminal defense 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 Wesley agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Wesley 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 Wesley agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Wesley 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 Wesley agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Wesley Gardner Smith — criminal defense lawyer in Oklahoma City

Wesley Gardner Smith is a member based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Insurance, and Litigation. Wesley has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Middleton, Nowakowski & Smith. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Wesley Gardner Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance law, criminal law. Wesley received a B.S. degree from Oklahoma State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Wesley practices at Middleton, Nowakowski & Smith in Oklahoma City, OK.

How Wesley handles criminal defense matters

Wesley Gardner Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance law, criminal law. Wesley received a B.S. degree from Oklahoma State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Wesley practices at Middleton, Nowakowski & Smith in Oklahoma City, OK.

The kind of cases Wesley takes

Wesley reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, insurance, and litigation matters in Oklahoma City and the surrounding Oklahoma area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Oklahoma City University

    J.D. · 1989

  • Oklahoma State University

    B.S. · 1985

Jurisdictions

Wesley's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1993 · ACTIVE

  • Oklahoma

    1990 · ACTIVE

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

Law school and academic background

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

Affiliations

Wesley's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Oklahoma Bar Association Oklahoma Association of Defense Counsel

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Locations

Wesley Gardner Smith's office in Oklahoma City

Wesley's primary office is at 1900 Bank One Tower, 100 North Broadway, Oklahoma City, OK, 73102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Middleton, Nowakowski & Smith

1900 Bank One Tower, 100 North Broadway

Oklahoma City, OK 73102

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Wesley Gardner Smith — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Wesley. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing criminal defense attorneys in Oklahoma City.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Wesley Gardner Smith — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Wesley

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every criminal defense 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. Wesley confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Wesley Gardner Smith

  • How much does it cost to hire Wesley for a criminal defense case?

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

  • Does Wesley offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do criminal defense cases in Oklahoma typically take?

    Simple criminal defense 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. Wesley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Wesley take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?

    Wesley 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 — Wesley 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 Wesley?

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

  • Is Wesley accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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

Areas served

Criminal Defense attorneys serving Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Edmond in Oklahoma

Wesley handles criminal defense matters throughout Oklahoma. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified criminal defense attorneys in that community.

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