Lanita Belle Henricksen, Criminal Defense Attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Lanita concentrates on criminal defense, family law, general, probate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lanita handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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Lanita's primary office is at 600 North Walker, Suite 201, Oklahoma City, OK, 73102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lanita usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Lanita discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Lanita for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lanita walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Lanita offer a free consultation?

  Lanita charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lanita's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Lanita's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Oklahoma typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lanita gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Lanita take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?

  Lanita is licensed in Oklahoma. Matters governed by Oklahoma law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lanita will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Lanita?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lanita will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Lanita accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Lanita's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.