The History and Function of Property Exemptions in Oklahoma Law

By James M. Branum

This book discusses the history behind Oklahoma's exemption laws (the laws that determine what property can a debtor keep safe from seizure by creditors), the current function of these laws, as well as suggestions for reform of both the homestead and personal property exemptions. This book would be of interest not only to lawyers but also to policymakers and legal historians. About the author: James M. Branum is a solo attorney in Oklahoma. He also serves as the Minister of Peace & Justice of Joy Mennonite Church in Oklahoma City and as the advising attorney of the Oklahoma Center for Conscience and Peace Research. He is a past chair of the Military Law Task Force of the National Lawyers Guild. He has taught continuing legal education seminars on a variety of topics in several states. He was the named one of the 2010 "Legal Rebels" by the American Bar Journal. He is the author of the book US Army AWOL Defense: A Practice Guide and Formbook. His website can be found at www.jmbranum.com.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1300318414
• ISBN13: 9781300318415
• Release Date: October 2012
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 4.3" x 7.0"