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Nick Atwood, a seasoned trial lawyer with Ritchie Rock & Atwood, was recently featured on The Eminent Domain Podcast. In this engaging episode, Nick breaks down the legal landscape of eminent domain in Oklahoma, sharing invaluable insights on discovery, procedural strategies, and client advocacy. Whether you’re a landowner facing a government taking or a legal enthusiast, this episode offers a compelling look into the intricacies of condemnation law.

Discover the inspiring journey of the Brewer family's fight for just compensation against the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority, a landmark case led by Ritchie Rock & Atwood. This blog post delves into the emotional and legal battle, highlighting the resilience of the Brewers and the dedicated advocacy of their legal team. Learn about the significance of this case for property rights and eminent domain law, and how Ritchie Rock & Atwood stands ready to fight for justice and fair compensation for those in need.

Partner and Attorney Nick Atwood of the renowned Ritchie, Rock & Atwood law firm has been elected to the prestigious Counselors of Real Estate® organization. This blog post discusses this remarkable achievement, highlighting Atwood's expertise in the real estate industry, his future contributions to the field, and the impacts of this honor on his professional journey and the firm's commitment to excellence in service.

OCA Welcomes Kim Ellis Ritchie as Oklahoma's Sole Representative

Eminent domain cases are a clash of two bedrock principals of our legal tradition: the sacrosanct right of property owners to own and exercise control over their property and the sovereign state’s power to take private property from an individual for the benefit of the public.

March 8, 2022 the Supreme Court of Oklahoma issued its decision in favor of the landowners who were represented in the case by the team at Ritchie Rock & Atwood. In the decision entitled Vicky Barnett d/b/a River Valley Mobile Home Community vs. Okay Public Works Authority and LLG Construction, Inc and Western Surety Co, Appeal No. 117,792 the Firm continues to shape the law in Oklahoma with its 19th published Appellate Court Decision.

On March 3rd, City of Norman Ward 5 Councilman Rarchar S. Tortorello held the first public meeting on the new turnpike proposed by the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority. Several impacted property owners asked our firm to attend the meeting. Over 500 people assembled to learn more about the proposed turnpikes and have their questions answered by the representatives from Poe & Associates, who is the Project Manager. Several more meetings are planned concerning the proposed turnpikes and our firm will be in attendance at these events. Should you have any questions concerning the projects or your constitutional rights as a property owner we are happy to schedule a time to discuss your questions and concerns. To learn more concerning the ACCESS Oklahoma Turnpike Plan visit our dedicated information page.

In Oklahoma, the answer to this question is frequently to use a “Transfer On Death Deed”. A Transfer On Death Deed is a special kind of deed which a person can execute and record in the county land records to leave property to another person, or fractional interests to multiple people, which is only effective on the grantor’s death.

On Thursday, the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals ruled that the U.S. Supreme Court's decision (McGirt) was not retroactive. Therefore, past final convictions of Native Americans on Indian reservations are valid. The court said "new rules of criminal procedure generally apply to cases pending on direct appeal when the rule is announced, with no exception for cases where the rule is a clear break with past law”. >> see complete decision issued 8/12/21 in State vs Wallace PR-2021-366