About Douglas Mark Gierhart
Douglas Mark Gierhart, a native of Shawnee, Oklahoma, embarked on his legal journey after graduating from Shawnee High School in 1974. He earned his B.A. in Letters from the University of Oklahoma in 1978, followed by a Juris Doctor from Oklahoma City University in 1981.
Residing in Choctaw, OK since 2005, Douglas is a dedicated general sole practitioner. He regularly serves clients in Oklahoma, Cleveland, Pottawatomie, and Lincoln Counties, while extending his services throughout the state as needed.
Douglas has a keen interest in Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate, and Social Security Disability. He is also deeply involved in Family Law, managing cases related to Divorces, Modifications of Custody, Child Support, and Paternity.
With 41 years of legal practice, Douglas leverages his extensive experience to provide comprehensive advice, ensuring clients understand the interplay between various legal areas.
Douglas is married to Susan Kay Gierhart, and together they have six children.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Oklahoma Car Accident Laws
Understanding Oklahoma's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Douglas Mark Gierhart specialize in?
Douglas specializes in Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate, and Social Security Disability.
Where does Douglas Mark Gierhart practice law?
He practices in Oklahoma, Cleveland, Pottawatomie, and Lincoln Counties, and throughout Oklahoma as needed.
How many years of experience does Douglas Mark Gierhart have?
Douglas has 41 years of legal experience.
What is Douglas Mark Gierhart's educational background?
He holds a B.A. in Letters from the University of Oklahoma and a Juris Doctor from Oklahoma City University.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Douglas Mark Gierhart for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Douglas for a free case review
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