About

• Education: J.D. from Oklahoma City University School of Law (1988), Ph.D. in University Management (1984), M.Ed. (1980), and B.A. in Theology and Biblical Language, all achieved with high honors.

• Professional Affiliations: Oklahoma Bar Association, admitted to all Oklahoma courts and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, Eagle Scout.

• Representative Cases: Notable successes in challenging absolute attorney-client privilege and civil trial participant immunity.

• Past Positions: Extensive experience in private practice focusing on complex litigation and employment-related litigation, corporate consulting, academia as a Professor Adjunct, General Counsel, and Senior Minister.

• Commitment to Excellence: Dave’s career is marked by a deep commitment to legal excellence, education, and providing comprehensive legal services with integrity and professionalism.

Attorney Dave Terrell, a distinguished legal professional and dedicated advocate, brings a wealth of experience and a diverse educational background to the Terrell Law Firm.

Graduating with his Juris Doctor in 1988 from Oklahoma City University School of Law, where he was honored with Phi Delta Phi Legal Honors Society, Order of Barristers, and a Law Review invitee, Dave set a foundation for legal excellence early in his career. Prior to his legal education, he earned a Ph.D. summa cum laude from Ohio University, focusing on university management and human resources development, along with a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree, both achieved with high honors.

With admission to practice in all Oklahoma courts and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, Dave’s legal acumen is extensive and varied. His representative cases include overcoming challenges like absolute attorney-client privilege and absolute immunity for civil trial participants. Before focusing on his private practice, Dave provided invaluable legal insights in various roles, from corporate consulting to academia as a Professor Adjunct at the UCO College of Business, showcasing his commitment to legal education and application.

At Terrell Law Firm, Dave continues to leverage his deep legal knowledge and diverse experience to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and client-focused legal services in estate planning, probate, and elder law.