Jerry Edward Shiles

Jerry Edward Shiles is a distinguished attorney with a robust focus on estate and elder law planning, Medicaid, probate, estate litigation, business transactions, and family law, including adoptions and guardianships. His interest in these areas was sparked during his service in the Judge Advocate General's Corps and while aiding a special needs relative.

Mr. Shiles has shared his expertise through lectures and seminars across Europe, Japan, and the U.S., educating attorneys, CPAs, financial planners, nursing home administrators, and others. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and a member of several prestigious organizations, including the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Oklahoma City Tax Lawyers Group, Planned Giving Counsel of Oklahoma, and the Oklahoma City Estate Planning Council.

His military career is notable, having retired as an Army Colonel after over 33 years of active and reserve service. He held various legal and combat arms roles, including three tours as a Brigade Commander. His commendations include the American Bar Association Distinguished Service Award, the Defense Meritorious Civilian Service Award, and the Legion of Merit, among others.

Mr. Shiles has been recognized in Who’s Who in the Leadership of the United States, Who’s Who of American Lawyers, and Who’s Who of Executives and Professionals. He holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Educationally, Mr. Shiles earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Utah and a degree in Business Management, with honors, from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He also possesses a Certificate in Germany from the University of Connecticut, a Masters in Legal Letters from The Army Judge Advocate General’s School, and a Master’s degree in Strategic Planning from the U.S. Army War College.