Tony is AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has practiced in the area of Personal Injury Law for over 25 years. He is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Oklahoma & Arkansas. He has also handled cases in Texas, Louisiana, New York, and Ohio.
He began practicing in Ada, Oklahoma after law school graduation in 1982. After working there for several years, Tony and his family moved to McAlester, where he began working for the Stipe Law Firm. While there his practice almost exclusively consisted of representing injured persons and the families of deceased individuals. He tried many cases against negligent parties, including many major corporations.
After working as a partner in the Stipe Law Firm for many years, Tony, Mark Edwards (no relation) and Trevor Furlong decided to leave and start a new, smaller firm that would allow a more personal approach to practicing law. In May 2006 they began the Edwards Law Firm.
Tony was born in McAlester, Oklahoma and grew up near McAlester, attending and graduating from school in Stuart in 1974. After high school he attended East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Psychology. Tony attended law school at the University of Oklahoma, graduating in 1982.
While at College in Ada, Tony met and married his wife DeVonna. They have five children, three daughters and two sons.
The Edwards Family attends Lakewood Christian Church, where Tony has served as an Elder for 15 years. He has also served on the board of directors for the McAlester Boys & Girls Club.
In his spare time, Tony enjoys golf, basketball and being with his family.
Practice Areas
Bar Admissions
- Oklahoma State Court
- Oklahoma Federal Court
- Arkansas State Court
- Arkansas Federal Court
Professional Associations
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- NBLSC Board Certified Lawyers
- The American Trial Lawyers Association - Top 100 Trial Lawyers
- Bar Register - Preeminent Lawyers
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated
Education
- East Central University, Ada Oklahoma
- University of Oklahoma
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