Chad A. Locke is a prominent figure in the Muskogee community, known for his dedication to the legal profession and his extensive involvement in local initiatives. As a member of the Oklahoma Bar Association (OBA), he has demonstrated a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity, hard work, and fairness.
Background and Education
Born and raised in Muskogee, Chad A. Locke's roots in the community run deep. He attended high school at Green Mountain Valley School in Waitsfield, Vermont, before pursuing higher education. After marrying his wife, Jennifer, in Crested Butte, Colorado, in 1999, he graduated from Northeastern State University.
Mr. Locke graduated from the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law in 2004. Licensed in both Oklahoma and Missouri, he joined the family practice in 2006 and has been a fixture in his community ever since.
Professional Career
Chad A. Locke joined the family practice in 2006 and has been a fixture in his community ever since. As an attorney, Mr. Locke holds himself to the highest standards of integrity, hard work and fairness.
He earned a bachelor’s degree in history at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, where he was a member of the varsity basketball team, graduating with honors in 2012. He received his J.D. from the OCU School of Law in 2015.
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Community Involvement
Mr. Locke is deeply involved in the Muskogee community. He is a past president of the Exchange Club of Muskogee and Muskogee Young Professionals and was inducted into the 14th class of Leadership Muskogee.
For the past four years, Locke Law Office has sponsored the All Pro Tour Junior Clinic, where Muskogee children have the chance to learn from professional golfers.
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Oklahoma Bar Association
Chad A. Locke serves as a Governor for District No. As a member of the OBA Board of Governors, his goal is to communicate to nonlawyers the high level of professionalism he has observed among the members during his years of practice.
The OBA Membership Engagement Committee has been reaching out to our state’s law schools. The Lawyers Helping Lawyers Assistance Program continues to support our members. The Board of Governors is implementing the strategic plan drafted under Past President Miles Pringle’s leadership.
The Board of Governors continues to hold some of the monthly meetings and joint receptions in various counties around the state to be inclusive of more members.
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The Role of the Oklahoma Bar Association
The Oklahoma Bar Journal is a publication of the Oklahoma Bar Association. Statements or opinions expressed in the Oklahoma Bar Journal are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the Oklahoma Bar Association, its officers, Board of Governors, Board of Editors or staff.
Key OBA Initiatives
- Membership Engagement Committee outreach to state law schools
- Lawyers Helping Lawyers Assistance Program
- Implementation of strategic plan by the Board of Governors
- Hosting monthly meetings in various counties
Additional Insights
The Oklahoma Supreme Court is the highest court in the state dealing with civil cases that are appealed from a lower court. There are 9 total Supreme Court Justices. Supreme Court Justices are appointed by the governor from a list of three names compiled by the Oklahoma Judicial Nominating Commission.
Judges are up for a retention vote after an initial term of one year after appointment, then they are up for a retention vote every six years thereafter. The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals is the highest court in the state dealing with criminal cases that are appealed from a lower court and cases involving the death penalty.
Key Judicial Roles in Oklahoma
| Court | Function | Number of Judges | Appointment Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Supreme Court | Deals with civil cases appealed from lower courts | 9 | Appointed by the Governor from a list by the Oklahoma Judicial Nominating Commission |
| Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals | Deals with criminal cases appealed from lower courts and death penalty cases | 5 | Appointed by the Governor from a list by the Oklahoma Judicial Nominating Commission |
| Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals | Intermediate appellate court for civil cases assigned by the Supreme Court | 12 | Appointed by the Governor from a list by the Oklahoma Judicial Nominating Commission |
| District Court Judges | Oversee almost all civil and criminal matters in their jurisdiction | Varies by district | Nonpartisan elections every four years |
| Associate District Court Judges | Oversee many of the civil and criminal matters in their jurisdiction | One per county | Nonpartisan elections every four years |
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