Firm News: Oklahoma Association of Justice Welcomes Jim Buxton as Newly Elected President

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Jim Buxton was elected to serve as President of the Oklahoma Association of Justice (OAJ) on November 2, 2023.

OAJ is comprised of trial lawyers and was the first of its kind. The OAJ was created in 1943 and is celebrating its 80th year as an organization. The OAJ was created for the purpose of advancing the cause of those who are damaged in person and property, who must seek redress therefor at law and believes all powers in the Constitution come from the people, and that the Constitution demands a remedy in the courts for every wrong, and it is the duty of all trial lawyers to pursue and accomplish this simple truth.

“I am honored to be elected by my colleagues to represent an organization dedicated to fighting for and preserving the rights of everyday Oklahomans” – Trial Lawyer Jim Buxton 
Mr. Buxton is an active trial lawyer licensed to practice in all Oklahoma state and federal courts. For the last decade, he has worked with lawyers from across the country to obtain justice for people who have been injured, accused, or wronged. He frequently teaches trial skills at legal seminars and is on the teaching faculty at the Gerry Spence Method in Dubois, Wyoming, Mr. Buxton is a proud member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, Million Dollar Advocates Forum and MultiMillion Dollar Advocates Forum; is rated AV by Martindale-Hubbell and has been selected to Super Lawyers in 2016, 2017, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.
When Mr. Buxton is not in the courtroom you can find him hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family, friends, dogs.

Firm News: Jim Buxton Awarded Rank of Associate by The American Board of Trial Advocates

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The American Board of Trial Advocates

Adding to his long list of achievements and accomplishments, The American Board of Trial Advocates, a national association of experienced trial lawyers and judges, recently named Jim Buxton the rank of Associate.

The American Board of Trial Advocates is an invitation-only organization. Members must have at least five years of active experience as trial lawyers, have tried at least 10 civil jury trials to conclusion and possess additional litigation experience. Members must also exhibit the virtues of civility, integrity and professionalism by following our Code of Professionalism and Principles of Civility.

After being duly examined and verifying a number of credentials, The American Board of Trial Advocates found that Mr. Buxton possesses the requisite skill, integrity, and experience in the special art of advocacy to qualify for this rank.