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100% Bonus Depreciation Restored Under the OBBB: What it means for Real Estate Investors

The new Opportunity for Business and Building Bill (OBBB) restores bonus depreciation to 100 percent — up from the current 60 percent — and increases ...

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Hugh M. Robert
February 10, 2026
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Series LLCs in Oklahoma: When They Make Sense for Your Business

Learn when a series LLC makes sense for Oklahoma businesses, from cost savings to liability shields, and understand the key risks to consider before f...

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Hugh M. Robert
January 26, 2026
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Hugh Robert Inducted Into The National Academy Of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN)

Sherwood & Robert is pleased to announce that Hugh M. Robert has been inducted into the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN)....

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Ted Sherwood
January 22, 2026
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The Pharmacy Sector is Contracting. Here's What Net Lease Holders Need To Know.

For decades, net lease drugstores sites were viewed as dependable, low-maintenance for 1031 investors seeking stable, passive income -- But the lands...

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Matthew L. Christensen
December 3, 2025
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) has major Benefit for Estate and Gift Taxes: Here's What You Need To Know

Learn how the estate and gift tax exemption changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill that could impact high-net-worth families. Discover what the new ...

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Hugh M. Robert
July 14, 2025
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Matthew Christensen Joins Sherwood & Robert!

Sherwood & Robert is thrilled to welcome Matthew Christensen, a seasoned real estate attorney with nearly two decades of experience in complex busines...

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Hugh M. Robert
April 14, 2025
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Charitable Sales Promotions: Legal Requirements For Charities Partnering With Businesses

Charitable organizations will often partner with for-profit companies to offer special promotions that boost fundraising efforts, particularly around ...

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Michael Anderson
January 3, 2025
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Nationwide Injunction Renders Corporate Transparency Act Unenforceable

On December 3, 2024, a federal judge temporarily halted the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), preventing the U.S. Treasury’s FinCEN...

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Michael Anderson
December 18, 2024
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Sherwood & Robert Attorneys Selected for 2024 Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers recently named four Sherwood & Robert attorneys to its 2024 lists. Only the top 5% of attorneys are selected for the Super Lawyers’ list...

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Hugh M. Robert
October 24, 2024
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Corporate Transparency Act Constitutional Challenge on Appeal

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a law that has been much debated since it went into effect in 2024. Because the CTA impacts many of our client...

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Michael Anderson
October 18, 2024
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Sherwood & Robert Welcomes Kurston P. McMurray to the Firm!

After nearly a decade of successfully serving NGL Energy Partners LP (NGL), Kurston P. McMurray officially joined Sherwood & Robert on October 7th. Th...

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Hugh M. Robert
October 9, 2024
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The Costs of Uninsured Motorists

As of 2024, Oklahoma has the 18th highest rate of uninsured motorists in the United States, with 13.4% of vehicles on its roads being uninsured. The a...

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Hugh M. Robert
October 4, 2024
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Women In Law Conference Hosted in Tulsa

For the first time in several years, the Oklahoma Bar Association’s Women In Law Annual Conference was held in Tulsa. Sherwood and Robert is proud to ...

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Hugh M. Robert
September 30, 2024
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Corporate Transparency Act: Access Rule Update

In our previous blog, we covered what the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)[1] is, and what it means for your company. As expected, there has been an u...

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Michael Anderson
August 28, 2024
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Law Clerk Forrest Kinney Makes Law Review

The entire team at Sherwood & Robert would like to congratulate our law clerk, Forrest Kinney, on being selected to the Tulsa Law Review for the upcom...

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Hugh M. Robert
July 22, 2024
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New Federal Overtime Rules Impact On Your Business or Non-Profit Organization

On July 1, 2024, new federal regulations for overtime rules went into effect under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Initiated by the U.S. Departme...

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Hugh M. Robert
July 18, 2024
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15 Financial FAQs for Nonprofit Boards

Effective financial governance is vital for the credibility and success of nonprofit organizations. Here are the top 15 financial governance questions...

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Hugh M. Robert
July 9, 2024
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How the Corporate Tax Act Affects Your Estate Plan

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was signed into law in January 2021, and went into effect January 1, 2024. Our previous blog explains in depth th...

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Michael Anderson
May 15, 2024
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Hugh Robert Receives 2024 Brunton-Will CLE Award

The Tulsa County Bar Foundation honored Sherwood & Robert principal Hugh Robert with the Brunton-Will CLE Award at its 2024 Law Day Luncheon. Given an...

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Hugh M. Robert
May 1, 2024
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New Notification Requirements for Oklahoma Non-Profits

As any non-profit organization knows, it’s incredibly important to share and report on required information in order to maintain their good standing a...

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Hugh M. Robert
May 1, 2024
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Important Financial Reports That Every Board Needs

Effective nonprofit boards are characterized by active, engaged members who leverage their skills, experience, and networks to guide the organization ...

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Hugh M. Robert
April 8, 2024
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Corporate Transparency Act Ruled Unconstitutional

In our previous blog, we covered what the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)[1] is, and what it means for your company. As expected, there has been an u...

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Michael Anderson
March 13, 2024
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Fiduciary Responsibilities for Board Members

Board members act as stewards of public trust, acquiring knowledge and making sound decisions that ensure an organization’s assets and interests are w...

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Hugh M. Robert
February 27, 2024
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Marital Trust: What It Is and How It Works

Estate planning can be difficult to face, but it is one of the most important ways to make sure families are provided for after losing a loved one. ...

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Darcy Worth
February 22, 2024
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Proudly Sponsoring the 2024 Judicial Dinner

Sherwood & Robert is excited to be a gold sponsor of the 2024 Judicial Dinner hosted by the Tulsa County Bar held Thursday, February 8th....

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Hugh M. Robert
February 12, 2024
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Laid to Rest: Making a Clear Plan for Your Remains

Sherwood & Robert Attorney Darcy Worth has recently been featured in the Oklahoma Bar journal for her insightful article about the legal pathways av...

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Hugh M. Robert
February 7, 2024
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Sherwood & Robert Attorney AJ Martinez Featured In La Semana

In an article by La Semana, Sherwood & Robert Attorney AJ Martinez discusses the complexities of intellectual property law in the digital era. ...

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Hugh M. Robert
January 29, 2024
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Announcement of Firm Name Change - Sherwood & Robert

As part of the advancements we have planned for 2024, our firm is excited to announce Sherwood, McCormick & Robert will become Sherwood & Robert. We a...

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Hugh M. Robert
January 23, 2024
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Introduction to Estate Planning for Common Law Marriages

Despite the name, common law marriages are uncommon, largely because they are only allowed in a select few U.S. states. Oklahoma is a state that recog...

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Darcy Worth
January 18, 2024
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The Corporate Transparency Act: What It Means For Your Company and FAQ

On January 1, 2021, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was approved by Congress. The law goes into effect on January 1, 2024, and will have...

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Michael Anderson
December 4, 2023
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Lawyers Fighting Hunger Annual Thanksgiving Event a Huge Success

On Saturday, November 11, Lawyers Fighting Hunger held its Live Local, Give Local Annual Thanksgiving Event, which turned out to be one of the most su...

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Hugh M. Robert
November 27, 2023
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The Super Lawyers Recognizes Sherwood, McCormick, & Robert Attorneys for 2023

Our firm is proud to announce that four of our attorneys were named on the 2023 Super Lawyers’ lists....

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Hugh M. Robert
October 20, 2023
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Sherwood, McCormick, & Robert Welcomes Two New Attorneys

Sarah Marshall and Michael Anderson have joined Sherwood, McCormick, & Robert following their bar passage....

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Hugh M. Robert
October 9, 2023
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Darcy Worth Adds Estate Planning and Probate Expertise to Sherwood, McCormick & Robert

As part of our continual effort to expand the support we offer clients, Sherwood, McCormick, & Robert is proud to announce that Darcy Worth recently j...

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Hugh M. Robert
September 22, 2023
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Sherwood McCormick & Robert Sponsor Parkside By Your Side Charity Run

Parkside Psychiatric Hospital hosts By Your Side 5k & 1-Mile Dog Walk & Fun Charity Run annually to support Tulsans with mental health and socioeconom...

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Hugh M. Robert
November 7, 2022
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Sherwood McCormick, & Robert Recognized in 2022 Super Lawyers

This year, Sherwood McCormick, & Robert is pleased to congratulate four attorneys within our firm that were recognized by Super Lawyers, Ted Sherwood,...

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Hugh M. Robert
November 1, 2022
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Lawyers Fighting Hunger Hosts 13th Annual Easter Food Event

On Saturday April 16th, Lawyers Fighting Hunger hosted their 13th annual Easter food event. Lawyers Fighting Hunger is a 501c3 non-profit founded by S...

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Hugh M. Robert
May 2, 2022
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Basics of Nonprofit Bylaws

If you decide to start a nonprofit, the first step you must take is writing your bylaws. Here's everything you must have in your bylaws, regardless o...

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Hugh M. Robert
March 22, 2022
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Rule Changes For Joint Employment Arrangements

The Fair Labor Standards Act sets out a set of standards for employers, and those standards may change depending on whether you are deemed a joint emp...

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Hugh M. Robert
February 7, 2022
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Sherwood, McCormick & Robert Helps Lawyers Fighting Hunger Feed 1000 Families in 2021 Event

583,570 people are currently facing hunger in Oklahoma. However, Lawyers Fighting Hunger ensured that 1,000 Tulsa families didn't face that this Thank...

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Hugh M. Robert
December 1, 2021
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Oklahoma Eliminates Healthcare Power of Attorney

The power of attorney for healthcare is being eliminated under a new law that replaces the Uniform Durable Power of Attorney act. What does that mean...

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Hugh M. Robert
October 27, 2021
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3 Benefits of an LLC vs. C-Corp for Startup Businesses

Many startups default to using a C-Corp for their business structure, but is that always the right choice? Here's three reasons why you should consid...

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Hugh M. Robert
October 14, 2021
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Estate planning can spare unnecessary heartache, stress, and legal costs

When someone doesn't have a will or estate plan, the estate goes through a process called “probate.” The courts then become responsible for distribut...

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Hugh M. Robert
July 12, 2021
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Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage- Is It Really Necessary?

A new study shows that one in four drivers in Oklahoma are on the road and carry no liability insurance (the highest number of uninsured in the Countr...

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Hugh M. Robert
July 5, 2021
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Special Rules for Falls that Happen at Casinos

Injuries that take place at a casino require claims to be filed in tribal court and have many special rules about pursuing the claim....

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Hugh M. Robert
June 29, 2021
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Simple Steps to Avoid Probate

What are the three most common assets in an estate? Generally, a house, car(s), and bank account(s). With all three of these assets, there are ways to...

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Hugh M. Robert
June 22, 2021
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Planning Ahead: Advanced Directives

An advance directive, also known as a Living Will, is a document that informs healthcare providers as to the type of treatment you wish to receive for...

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Hugh M. Robert
June 15, 2021
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Oklahoma Uninsured Motorists

Did you know that Oklahoma is the #1 state in the country for uninsured motorists? In 2012, 25.9% of Oklahoman drivers were uninsured. However, there ...

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Hugh M. Robert
June 7, 2021