Our Services
Estate Planning and Probate
Estate Planning and Probate
Estate Planning and Probate
OILS works to ensure that Indian country stays in Indian hands by clearing title to restricted land & preparing wills for our elders. Over 75% of restricted land titles in eastern Oklahoma don't have clear ownership of the title. OILS's work has helped move over $750,000 from deceased landowners to their heirs in the last three years alo
OILS works to ensure that Indian country stays in Indian hands by clearing title to restricted land & preparing wills for our elders. Over 75% of restricted land titles in eastern Oklahoma don't have clear ownership of the title. OILS's work has helped move over $750,000 from deceased landowners to their heirs in the last three years alone. We conduct wills clinics & protect mineral interests, including seeking redress for right-of-way violations on Kiowa trust lands.
Expungements
Estate Planning and Probate
Estate Planning and Probate
Expungement is a legal process through which criminal records are sealed or erased, effectively removing them from public view - including potential employers, landlords, and others.
The eligibility criteria for expungement differ by state or tribe; however, in Oklahoma, there are 17 distinct pathways to qualify for sealing both felony an
Expungement is a legal process through which criminal records are sealed or erased, effectively removing them from public view - including potential employers, landlords, and others.
The eligibility criteria for expungement differ by state or tribe; however, in Oklahoma, there are 17 distinct pathways to qualify for sealing both felony and misdemeanor records. You may be eligible for this process.
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning and Probate
Criminal Defense
OILS is able to provide a free criminal defense attorney for charges in Tribal Court. Native Americans are vastly overrepresented in the criminal-legal system, and since many attorneys are not qualified to practice in Tribal court, Natives aren't always able to acquire quality counsel. Call the experts: Apply today for a criminal defense attorney for your Tribal Court matter.
Sovereignty
Disaster Relief
Criminal Defense
Attacks against tribal sovereignty still occur. OILS is available for low-income tribes to help them protect their rights & keep their sovereignty strong. OILS can also help tribes rewrite legal codes & constitutions to reflect the realities of modern tribal government.
ICWA
Disaster Relief
Disaster Relief
OILS works to represents members of federally recognized tribes in cases where children have been removed from their parents or guardians by the state or another third party. We also represent enrolled tribal members people in adoptions or guardianships.
In addition, we publish the Indian Child Welfare Act: Case, Regulation & Analysis wh
OILS works to represents members of federally recognized tribes in cases where children have been removed from their parents or guardians by the state or another third party. We also represent enrolled tribal members people in adoptions or guardianships.
In addition, we publish the Indian Child Welfare Act: Case, Regulation & Analysis which serves as a valuable tool for attorneys nationally when dealing with cases related to the Indian Child Welfare Act. The book contains detailed analysis of cases from across the nation & is current through June 2017.
Disaster Relief
Disaster Relief
Disaster Relief
OILS is equipped to assist Oklahoma Natives with any legal issue that may arise as a result of a disaster. See our "Disaster Resources" page for more information.
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See our "Community Justice Worker" page (coming soon!) for more information on community-based assistance.
Eligibility
Eligibility is subject to federal income guidelines and membership in a federally recognized tribe. All applicantsmust be evaluated for eligibility before receiving services. OILS cannot provide advice if you currently have an attorney. We cannot provide advice for criminal matters involving the state district courts.