Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Lawton, OK
Zelbst, Holmes & Butler has been dedicated to representing injured victims since 1980, combining over 70 years of collective legal experience to secure significant compensation for clients nationwide. Our firm specializes in complex personal injury cases, including car collisions, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, with a proven track record of landmark verdicts and settlements. We prioritize client well-being, offering free initial consultations and operating on a contingency fee basis to ensure access to justice. Our attorneys are recognized for their courtroom excellence, strategic approach to holding insurance companies accountable, and commitment to personalized legal advocacy.With a focus on catastrophic injuries and high-stakes litigation, we provide tailored representation backed by decades of experience in both state and federal courts. Our team's dedication to thorough case preparation and compassionate client support has established us as a trusted leader in Oklahoma's legal community. We serve clients across the U.S., leveraging our expertise to navigate complex legal challenges and achieve favorable outcomes. Our reputation is built on results, including some of the largest settlements in Oklahoma history, reflecting our unwavering commitment to client success.
Services
Personal Injury
Car Collisions
Catastrophic Injuries
Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Trucking Collisions
Defective Drugs
Insurance Bad Faith
Product Liability
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined experience in personal injury litigation.
- Our firm has secured some of Oklahoma's largest personal injury verdicts.
- We operate on a contingency fee basis - no recovery, no fee.
- Our attorneys provide personalized attention to every case.
- We offer free initial consultations with no obligation.
What people say
Compassionate client support
Exceptional legal representation
Multi-million dollar settlements
Zealous advocates
Professional and friendly staff
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice focuses on helping victims of negligence recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We handle complex cases involving catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and medical malpractice. With decades of courtroom experience, our attorneys strategically navigate insurance claims and litigation to secure maximum compensation for clients.
Wrongful Death
We represent families seeking justice for loved ones lost due to medical errors, vehicle accidents, or workplace negligence. Our attorneys handle complex wrongful death litigation against corporations and medical professionals. We help clients recover compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional distress while providing compassionate legal guidance.
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice practice addresses birth injuries, surgical errors, and misdiagnoses caused by healthcare providers. We work with medical experts to prove negligence and secure compensation for ongoing care needs. Our team has recovered millions in settlements for clients harmed by substandard medical treatment.
Trucking Collisions
We represent victims of commercial truck accidents involving driver fatigue, equipment failure, and regulatory violations. Our firm investigates complex liability issues with trucking companies and insurance providers. We pursue compensation for severe injuries, vehicle damage, and long-term rehabilitation costs resulting from truck collisions.
Product Liability
Our product liability practice holds manufacturers accountable for defective drugs, medical devices, and consumer products. We investigate cases involving inadequate warnings, design flaws, and manufacturing defects. Our attorneys have secured multi-million dollar verdicts for clients harmed by dangerous products.
People
John P. Zelbst
Attorney
John Zelbst has practiced personal injury law since 1980, securing Oklahoma's largest truck accident verdict ($24M) and federal court verdict ($7M). He focuses on catastrophic injury cases and complex litigation.
Chandra L. Holmes Ray
Attorney
Chandra Holmes Ray specializes in appellate litigation and complex personal injury cases. She successfully argued a wrongful death case before the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, securing a landmark judgment for her client.
David L. Butler
Attorney
David Butler focuses on trucking collisions and medical malpractice cases. He has recovered millions for clients through both jury verdicts and negotiated settlements, emphasizing technical evidence in accident reconstruction.
Clay Rowe Zelbst
Attorney
Clay Rowe Zelbst handles commercial litigation and product liability cases. He works on complex cases involving corporate negligence and defective consumer products, leveraging his technical expertise in legal proceedings.
Questions
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your case and legal options.
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, truck accidents, and product liability cases.
How are your legal fees structured?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing unless we win your case.
How long do cases typically take?
Case duration varies, but we work efficiently to resolve matters through settlement or trial as appropriate.
Can you handle out-of-state cases?
Yes, we represent clients nationwide in complex personal injury and commercial litigation matters.
