Aaron Bundy
Aaron Bundy
For nearly two decades, Aaron Bundy has served as trusted counsel to individuals and families with legal interests in the Midwest and beyond. A very experienced trial lawyer, his practice is exclusively dedicated to high value, high-stakes family law matters, sensitive white-collar criminal defense, and complex guardianships, with a particular emphasis on matters having interstate or international dimensions.
With a distinguished record of success in high-profile litigation, Aaron offers unparalleled strategic counsel, anticipating risks and crafting bespoke solutions that safeguard legacies and preserve family harmony. His proactive approach is designed to minimize disruption and ensure long-term stability for generations to come. For ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and their advisors facing immediate legal crises or complex multi-jurisdictional challenges, Aaron Bundy provides decisive, strategic counsel and tenacious advocacy.
Key Differentiators:
Financial Acumen: Aaron possesses a deep understanding of complex financial instruments, trusts, executive compensation packages, and estate planning strategies. He collaborates seamlessly with leading financial advisors, wealth managers, and tax specialists to provide comprehensive and integrated solutions.
Cross-Border Divorce and Custody: He has deep experience handling complex jurisdictional issues and international child abduction cases (Hague Convention). Due to the international scope of UHNW wealth, Aaron has cultivated a network of trusted legal partners worldwide, ensuring seamless cross-border representation when necessary. His global reach is invaluable for UHNW families with international holdings, residences, or family members. This highly-responsive network is readily available to assist in urgent matters.
Unwavering Discretion and Exclusivity: Absolute confidentiality is paramount. Aaron operates with the utmost discretion, understanding the sensitivity surrounding UHNW matters. His practice is highly selective, allowing him to provide unparalleled personalized attention and responsiveness to each client's unique needs.
Aaron's expertise encompasses a wide range of complex legal issues, including:
Divorce and Family Matters: Representation in complex, often urgent, high-stakes divorce proceedings involving substantial assets, prenuptial agreements, complex property identification and division, child custody disputes, and business valuations, including those with interstate and international implications.
White-Collar Criminal Defense: Discreet and effective defense against allegations of financial fraud, securities violations, and other white-collar crimes, protecting reputations and minimizing potential damage, including cases with international dimensions.
Guardianship and Third Party Claims: Guidance on complex guardianship and conservatorship matters, ensuring the well-being and protection of vulnerable family members, including interstate and international guardianship transfers.
Aaron is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Family Lawyers, reflecting his recognized expertise within the legal community. He is consistently ranked as a leader in his field by Chambers & Partners, Lawdragon, The Best Lawyers in America, and the Spears 500. The Spear’s Index lists him among the ten Top Recommended family lawyers in the United States.
Aaron serves as a trusted advisor and confidante, providing strategic guidance and unwavering advocacy to protect his clients' legacies and secure their futures.
Aaron Bundy
Founding Partner
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aaron@bundy.law
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Family Law
Criminal Defense
Civil Justice
Appeals
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University of Tulsa College of Law, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Juris Doctor - 2006
University of Tulsa, Tulsa, Oklahoma
B.S.B.A. - 2002
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas
Certified Financial Planner™ certificate - 2021
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Oklahoma
Arkansas
New York
District of Columbia
Missouri
United States Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit
U.S. District Court Western District of Arkansas
U.S. District Court Northern District of Oklahoma
U.S. District Court Western District of Oklahoma
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Tribal Court
Cherokee Nation Tribal Court
Iowa Nation Tribal Court
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International Academy of Family Lawyers, Fellow
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Fellow
President, Oklahoma Chapter, 2022 to 2023
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, AAML / AFCC Committee, 2021 to 2022
Oklahoma Bar Journal, Associate Editor, 2017 to 2023
Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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"Marijuana and Family Law," Oklahoma Bar Journal, March 2021, Oklahoma Bar Association
"Delete Boilerplate to Improve Discovery and Avoid Trouble," - Oklahoma Bar Association, Family Law Section Practice Manual
Article: “Where to Start? Preparing to Examine a Family Law Expert,” The Oklahoma Bar Journal, March 2018, Oklahoma Bar Association
Article: “Show Them Yours,” Tulsa Lawyer Magazine, January 2017., Tulsa Lawyer Magazine
Article: “Slaying the Speaking Objection Dragon,” The Oklahoma Bar Journal, November 19, 2016, Oklahoma Bar Association
Article: “Leading the Way,” The Oklahoma Bar Journal, November 19, 2016, Oklahoma Bar Association
Article: “Connecting in the Courtroom,” Tulsa Lawyer Magazine, October 2016, Tulsa Lawyer Magazine
Article: “Slowing Down,” Tulsa Lawyer Magazine, August 2016, Tulsa Lawyer Magazine
“OBJECTION: Dealing With Speaking Objections In Trial,” Tulsa Lawyer Magazine, January, 2016, Tulsa Lawyer Magazine
“Privilege and Work-Product Considerations for Using an Expert as a Consultant,” The Oklahoma Bar Journal, Volume 86, December 19, 2015, Oklahoma Bar Association
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Chambers Family/Matrimonial HNW - Band 1
Spear's 500 Family Lawyers index - “Top Recommended”
Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers
Best Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2017 Earl Sneed Award Recipient for outstanding continuing legal education contributions
Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent®
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Witness Qualifications and Examination; Establishing Authenticity; It’s Relevant - but is it Admissible; Drafting Motions in Limine; “Complete Rules of Evidence Guide,” NBI, December, 2023
“Top Divorce Litigation Mistakes to Avoid for Paralegals,” Institute for Paralegal Education, October, 2023
“Discovery and Evidence in Oklahoma Family Law Cases,” NBI, September, 2023
“Custody Quagmires: Parental Drug Abuse, Mental Illness, Domestic Abuse, Alienation,” NBI, March, 2023
“Overcoming Counterfeit Objections and Preserving Evidence for Review,” Strafford, September 13, 2022
“How to Lay a Foundation to Get your Evidence Introduced in Oklahoma,” NBI, July 21, 2022
“Trying the Abuse Case in Family Court: Drugs, Violence, and Alienation,” MyLawCLE, June 28, 2022
“Custody Quagmires: Parental Drug Abuse, Mental Illness, Domestic Abuse, Alienation,” NBI, February 23, 2022, & March 13, 2023
“Courtroom Practice / Trial Practice,” Tulsa County Bar Association, December 10, 2021
“Overcoming Counterfeit Objections and Preserving Evidence for Review,” Strafford, February 25, 2021
“Breaking Bad Discovery Habits,” OBA, January 30, 2020
“Divorce Law: What to do When Asset Division Goes Wrong,” NBI, June 25, 2019
“The Rules of Evidence: A Practical Toolkit,” NBI, November 16, 2018
“The Intersection of Immigration Law and Family Law,” Seminole County Bar CLE, September 14, 2018
“Preparing for and Conducting a Cross Examination of a Custody Evaluation,” AFCC, June 7, 2018
“Connecting in the Courtroom,” Rogers County Bar Association, August 25, 2017
“Advanced Cross Examination,” Oklahoma County Bar Association, April 12, 2017
“Trial Tactics,” Seminole County Bar Association, Las Vegas, NV, September 29, 2017
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Board-certified family law trial lawyer, National Board of Trial Advocacy, 2019 - present
