Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert, Appellate Attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Civil Rights, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatFuller Tubb Bickford Warmington & Panach, PLLC
Oklahoma City, OK
Practicing appellate in Oklahoma City since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert is a member based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and General. Mary has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fuller Tubb Bickford Warmington & Panach, PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Oklahoma City, OK
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Civil Rights · General
- Handles Appellate, Civil Rights, and General matters from Oklahoma City, OK.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert: Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert is a member based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and General. Mary has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fuller Tubb Bickford Warmington & Panach, PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert
Mary concentrates on appellate, civil rights, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Appellate cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Mary takes appellate matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Mary takes civil rights matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
General cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Mary takes general matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Mary takes litigation matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert — Over 32 years of Oklahoma appellate experience
Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert is a member based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and General. Mary has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fuller Tubb Bickford Warmington & Panach, PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mary H. (“Molly”) Tolbert joined Fuller Tubb Bickford Warmington & Panach, PLLC in February 2025, enhancing the Firm’s appellate and complex litigation expertise and reuniting with several former colleagues from Crowe & Dunlevy.
Molly’s practice focuses on critical motions and appellate practice. Although this encompasses all areas of civil litigation, Molly has significant prior experience in antitrust, securities, and constitutional matters. She has appeared on behalf of clients before numerous state and federal courts, as well as in administrative and regulatory proceedings. She has had recent successful oral arguments before the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Second and Ninth Circuits, as well as the Southern District of New York and Central District of California.
Molly was selected to Oklahoma Super Lawyers in Antitrust Litigation every year from 2014 to 2023 and has been selected to Best Lawyers in America in Antitrust Litigation and Appellate Practice every year since 2010. She was named 2018 Lawyer of the Year for Appellate Practice in Oklahoma and 2022 Lawyer of the Year for Antitrust Litigation.
Molly currently serves as Co-Chancellor of the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma and as President of the Board of Trustees of Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center in Oklahoma City. She formerly served as a Regent for the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma.
Working with Mary on a appellate matter
Mary H. (“Molly”) Tolbert joined Fuller Tubb Bickford Warmington & Panach, PLLC in February 2025, enhancing the Firm’s appellate and complex litigation expertise and reuniting with several former colleagues from Crowe & Dunlevy. Molly’s practice focuses on critical motions and appellate practice. Although this encompasses all areas of civil litigation, Molly has significant prior experience in…
Who Mary represents
Mary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, civil rights, and general matters in Oklahoma City and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert's legal education and bar admissions
Yale Law School
J.D. · 1993
University of Michigan
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Mary's state bar admissions
Oklahoma U.S. Distri
1997 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1994 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1994 · ACTIVE
Mary studied at J.D. in Yale Law School and B.A. in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Mary completed J.D. in Yale Law School and B.A. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert
Mary has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert's office in Oklahoma City
Mary's primary office is at 201 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, Suite 1000, Oklahoma City, OK, 73102-4216. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fuller Tubb Bickford Warmington & Panach, PLLC
201 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, Suite 1000
Oklahoma City, OK 73102-4216
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Client reviews of Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mary
Mary discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mary ('Molly') H. Tolbert
How much does it cost to hire Mary for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mary offer a free consultation?
Mary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Mary's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Oklahoma typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Mary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mary take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?
Mary 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 — Mary 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 Mary?
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. Mary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mary accepting new appellate clients right now?
Mary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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