Mikel Flores & Associates, P.C.

10/01/2023

Today marks a significant milestone in my career as I embark on my 30th year of practicing law. It's hard to believe that three decades have passed since I first stepped into the courtroom, filled with ambition, determination, and a deep passion for justice. As I reflect on this incredible journey, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the opportunities, challenges, and growth that have shaped me into the lawyer I am today.

When I first started practicing law, I was filled with a mix of excitement and nervousness. The legal profession is a demanding one, requiring not only extensive knowledge of the law but also the ability to navigate complex cases, negotiate with opposing counsel, and provide unwavering support to clients during their most vulnerable moments. Over the years, I have had the privilege of representing countless individuals, families, and businesses, and it has been an honor to be entrusted with their legal matters.

Throughout my career, I have witnessed the power of the law to bring about positive change and make a difference in people's lives. From helping clients secure justice in personal injury cases to assisting families in navigating the complexities of estate planning, each case has presented unique challenges and opportunities for growth. The satisfaction of knowing that I have played a role in helping someone find resolution and move forward is immeasurable.

But the legal profession is not without its share of obstacles. It requires resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning. The law is ever-evolving, and staying up-to-date with the latest legal developments is crucial to providing the best possible representation for my clients. I have dedicated countless hours to honing my skills, attending seminars, and engaging in professional development activities to ensure that I am equipped with the knowledge and expertise necessary to tackle even the most complex legal issues.

As I enter my 30th year of practicing law, I am filled with a renewed sense of purpose and enthusiasm. The legal landscape has changed significantly since I first started, with advancements in technology, shifts in societal norms, and new legal precedents shaping the way we approach cases. Embracing these changes and leveraging them to better serve my clients will be a top priority moving forward.

I would be remiss if I didn't express my heartfelt gratitude to my clients, colleagues, and mentors who have supported and guided me throughout this incredible journey. Your trust, encouragement, and belief in my abilities have been instrumental in my success.

05/29/2023

Did you know that Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day and was first observed after the Civil War? It was a day to honor and decorate the graves of fallen soldiers. In 1971, Memorial Day became a federal holiday and was expanded to honor all Americans who have died while serving in the military. Let's take a moment to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸🙏

01/01/2022

From all of us a Mikel Flores & Associates, P.C. we wish each and everyone of you a safe and Happy New Year!!!!

07/04/2020

From all of us at Mikel Flores & Associates, P.C., Happy 4th of July!

12/25/2019

From all of us at the Mikel Flores & Associates, P.C., Merry Christmas!

07/31/2019

Congratulations Cassandra on winning the Hamilton tickets! It was a pleasure meeting you and your family today. Looking forward to seeing you Saturday evening at the show.

07/31/2019

Congratulations to Cassandra De La Pena-Ortiz for winning the pair of Hamilton tickets! Please call our office in the morning at 405-810-8500 so we may present you with these tickets.

07/23/2019

Alexander Hamilton was an American statesman and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He was an influential interpreter and promoter of the U.S. Constitution, as well as the founder of the nation's financial system, and the first Secretary of the Treasury.

He was also the inspiration behind Lin-Manuel Miranda’s production of the hit Broadway show “Hamilton” based on Ron Chernow’s 2004 biography of Alexander Hamilton.

In honor of one our nation’s founding father’s we are giving away a pair of tickets to the Broadway show of Hamilton, being performed at the Civic Center Music Hall here in Oklahoma City ‪on August 3rd, 2019 (8:00 PM‬). To enter this giveaway, you must “like” this post and comment. Feel free to tag someone you’d take to the show if you won. We will randomly draw the winner of the Hamilton tickets ‪on Tuesday July 30th, 2019 at 7:00 PM CST‬. The tickets will be available for pick up at my office in Nichols Hills on the morning of ‪July 31st, 2019‬.

Now for the legal: There is no purchase necessary, void where prohibited. If you are chosen as the winner you are prohibited from re-selling these tickets. Winner agrees to allow their likeness to be used in a photo on social media at the time tickets are delivered. I look forward to seeing you at the show on the evening of ‪August 3rd.‬ I will buy the winner and their guest a drink in the lobby prior to the start of the show or during intermission.

Good luck to everyone!

07/04/2019

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July!

05/27/2019

Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Decoration Day, originally honored only those lost while fighting in the Civil War. But during World War I the United States found itself embroiled in another major conflict, and the holiday evolved to commemorate American military personnel who died in all wars. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and reflecting and remembering those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Reflect, honor and pray for those who've allowed us all to celebrate with the freedoms we have today!

04/18/2019

The gesture of kindness can evoke pure joy in those who experience such kindness as well as the person giving. We are all part of this human race we call life. Be kind to others, love your neighbors and random acts of kindness are truly the best.

03/16/2019

Wishing everyone a safe and happy St. Patricks’s day this weekend. I leave you with my favorite Irish blessing.
“May the road rise to meet you, and the wind always be at your back. May the sun shine warm on your face and the rains fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again May God hold you gently in the palm of his hand.”

02/01/2019

Sometimes the best public service announcements are found in countries where they drive on the wrong side of the road. But the Kiwi’s know how get the point across and make it memorable. Don’t text and drive, PLEASE....

01/01/2019

This will save you between $5,000 and $10,000 tonight.

12/26/2018

12/05/2018

We have officially "re-launched" our website. Thank you to all of our clients past and present for allowing us to serve your legal needs.

Whatever your legal needs may be, call Mikel Flores and Associates. We will answer any questions you have and provide you with the information you need to make the best decisions in your situation.

10/11/2018

Our teachers are the architects who are helping build tomorrow's foundation, our children. When a family in Alabama reached out and purchased a vehicle for their child's teacher, who'd been taking a bus to school, her reaction was priceless. Put education first, your children benefit the most, random acts of kindness are the best.

04/02/2018

What you do in your lifetime should define what you'd like to have happen after your passing. In Estate Planning, it's all about the PLANNING. It's not IF but when we pass, but if you've got your affairs in order your passing won't be a chaotic mess for your loved ones. If you'd like to discuss your Estate Planning needs, please give us a call. How may help you?

With the increase of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, estate planners say trusts have become more important.

10/28/2017

Stay safe, cherish every moment and watch out for the other driver. If you’re in an accident, call 911, document the incident with your smart phone and don’t say anything until police arrive. If you have any questions please feel free call. How may we help you?

08/21/2017

Public service announcement regarding the eclipse. DO NOT use binoculars, telescopes or any other optically magnifying device to view the eclipse with your eclipse glasses. It's akin to using a magnifying glass to light firecrackers with when your parents take away your matches, as a kid. (hypothetically speaking of course). And if you're injured due to staring at the sun, you have NO case, it's called assumption of the risk.

Wonder why eclipse glasses say never to use them with cameras, telescopes or binoculars? See the danger here. The lens acts like a magnifying glass. The ecli...

04/19/2017

Tomorrow marks the 22nd anniversary of one of our nation's worst acts of domestic terrorism, the bombing of the Oklahoma City Murrah building on April 19th, 1995. Here's a reminder we are all part of the human race. The power of human kindness is a priceless treasure we ALL possess. This video is an experiment done in Norway to see whether total strangers would give up their coats to this young boy, Johannes, in freezing weather at a bus stop in Oslo. Go out tomorrow and share your treasure of human kindness, you've got nothing to lose.

Choose English in the captions icon in media player. What would you do if you saw a freezing child? We set up a hidden camera and placed Johannes at a bus st...

03/16/2017

The grammatically correct drafting of and laws, and legal documents for that matter, is absolutely important in applying such laws and or documents should they ever be challenged. Maine's overtime law was reviewed and challenged by several drivers of Oakhurst Dairy who refused to pay them overtime based on specific exemptions in Maine's O/T law. Unfortunately, Maine's legislators who drafted the O/T law failed to utilize a comma in specifying two (2) final activities that were exempt. The Federal Appellate Court decided the two (2) activities listed but not separated by a comma were ambiguous therefore deeming the exemption inapplicable to said drivers.

For the nerdy wordsmith this is a "Win". Enjoy the following read and remember if you ever have questions about your legal documents you can always call us to schedule an appointment to review and advise.

Happy Wednesday everyone!

An important case for dairy-truck drivers and grammar nerds alike.

03/12/2017

If you've got one of the Android smartphones on the list (Samsung, Google, LG....) beware of possible malware installed on your phone.

Despite being based on the very secure Linux kernel, Android isn’t necessarily a very secure operating system. Unlike iOS which does a great job of shielding its users from installing apps fr…

08/15/2016

With school starting this week in most of the country be vigilant about stopping for school buses. Oklahoma's penalty now includes loss of your driving privileges for up to a year if convicted of running the stop sign when a school bus is stopped. Nothing is worth the life or well being of a child if you're in too big of a hurry, running late or texting.

08/09/2016

I'm honored to call Cleo Fields a friend. He's counseled many at the Oklahoma County courthouse and is one the first persons who always greets me as I enter the building. What a wonderful story about an absolute great person.

One Oklahoman who exemplifies the spirit of giving is honored with an award. A man who brightens not only shoes, but lives as he pays it forward with his smile and spirit. Cleo Fields shines shoes …

02/17/2016

Does a law enacted in 1789 allow the government the authority to mandate a company to write software "hacking" their own coded encryption? Interesting dilemma in that the government doesn't have the requisite software engineers on staff that can hack the current iOs encryption.

Apple is opposing a Los Angeles federal judge’s order requiring it to help the FBI unlock the cellphone of San Bernardino shooter Syed Rizwan Farook.Magistrate Judge Sheri Pym on Tuesday

02/10/2016

Jury nullification occurs in a trial when a jury acquits a defendant, even though the members of the jury may believe that the defendant committed the illegal act, yet they don't believe he or she should be punished for it. This generally occurs when the jury disagrees with the law that the defendant was charged under or, believe that the law should not be applied in that particular case. What's surprising about this article is that it notes “Justice Sotomayor is the only justice on the U.S. Supreme Court who has presided over a trial by jury.” Very interesting.

Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor has publicly gone on record in support of jury nullification and informing jurors of this option.

11/06/2015

Even though there's a "Love your Lawyer Day" we still think everyday is "we love our clients" day because we have THE best clients.
Thank you for allowing us the privilege of representing you!

ALPIA - American Lawyers Public Image Assoc. is the only organization in the world whose sole purpose is to promote a positive public image of lawyers.

10/30/2015

Life as we know it can be fleeting at times. Live each day as if it were your last and always tell your loved ones that they matter. Please say a prayer for this young man as he prepares to leave his family and friends behind.

09/02/2015

It used to be everyone's dream job was one that paid Six Figures but inflation has eroded that number down significantly. Worldwide we are still one of the "richest" countries in the world comparatively speaking but expendable income can vary greatly by cost of living/where you live. One thing's for sure we don't live forever. Having a sound estate plan, coupled with retirement planning, is always easier said than done. We can help with setting up your estate plan from Wills, Advance Health Directives, Revocable Living trusts to complex structuring of your business and assets.
How may we help you?

I was born in 1980, and I still remember the days when “bringing in six figures” was a sign of extreme wealth and success. It was more than enough to buy the perfect house with a white picket fence...

08/28/2015

Proud to call Oklahoma City home. We are number four (4) on the list beating out some notable city's South of the Red River.

The 10 Best Cities to Move to in 2015 Posted by Ellena Fortner Newsom on Mar 12 Oh, what a difference a year makes. Last year, we examined the Best Places to Move in 2014, with Boise taking the top spot in a list that included Seattle, Orlando, Minneapolis, and Houston. This year, we have several ne…

12/24/2014

The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled a portion of the 2011 "Tort Reform" law UNCONSTITUTIONAL.

The law barred those who do not carry car insurance from obtaining damages for pain and suffering, even when they are the victim. It was overturned following a suit by a Sand Springs woman.

12/23/2014

If you own the Keurig Mini Plus Coffee Brewing System, with model number K10 please contact Keurig at (844) 255-7886 or check your particular model at this link to see if needs to be replaced. Keurig indicates it can overheat and spray water during brewing. I love my Keurig coffee brewer and I'm glad Keurig is taking the initiative to voluntarily recall this product.

Lettre pour les consommateurs canadiens (Français)Letter for Canadian Consumers SAFETY RECALL NOTICE – REPAIR REQUIRED Dear Valued Customer: In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ("CPSC") and Health Canada, Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. is voluntarily recalling MINI Plus Brew…

12/07/2014

If you own a Re*****on 700 rifle contact Re*****on immediately about replacing the trigger assembly. I personally owned two 700's in the early 80's one in 30-06 and the second in 270 Wi******er. Both brand new rifles and both would fire upon releasing the safety. Re*****on refused to warranty so we had the triggers replaced with Timney Triggers by a reputable gunsmith. That gunsmith acknowledged that 90% of his Rem 700 work was the Timney Trigger replacement.



http://fishgame.com/2014/12/remington-agrees-replace-triggers-every-model-700-ever-made/

UPDATE: In a released statement, Re*****on insisted they were not recalling the rifle, but were going to replace the trigger for anyone who wants it.....