About Us
Dru R. Tate
Managing Attorney and CEO
Dru always wanted to make a career out of helping people. As an attorney, you often meet your clients as they are experiencing some period of despair in their life, whether it be the loss of a loved one or some change in the family dynamics. Even those setting up their will or trust are faced with some uncomfortable decisions causing them to procrastinate in starting this very important process.
Her passion is to help clients breakdown the issues, craft creative solutions, and efficiently execute a mutually agreed upon plan of action, leaving the client feeling reassured, empowered and in control. Her reward is hearing clients declare, “Well, that was easier than I expected!” and “Why did I put this off so long and let this give me so much anxiety?”
She is also very passionate about her family, faith, and friendships. She met her husband, Kyle, in undergraduate school at Northeastern State University. He is an Optometrist and owner of Insight Eyecare with clinics serving patients in Glenpool and Jenks. Together they have three precious babies; Lexi, Holly and Gentry. The girls are a blast and keep them very busy. They live on some land in south Tulsa near Liberty/Mounds and they love to ride four-wheelers and go exploring.
They are members of First Baptist Church Jenks and they love spending time with their friends and family. Kyle and Dru believe that to whom much has been given, much is expected. They are both devoted to their careers and their calling of helping people improve their lives.
Dru R. Tate
Managing Attorney and CEO
Dru always wanted to make a career out of helping people. As an attorney, you often meet your clients as they are experiencing some period of despair in their life, whether it be the loss of a loved one or some change in the family dynamics. Even those setting up their will or trust are faced with some uncomfortable decisions causing them to procrastinate in starting this very important process.
Her passion is to help clients breakdown the issues, craft creative solutions, and efficiently execute a mutually agreed upon plan of action, leaving the client feeling reassured, empowered and in control. Her reward is hearing clients declare, “Well, that was easier than I expected!” and “Why did I put this off so long and let this give me so much anxiety?”
She is also very passionate about her family, faith, and friendships. She met her husband, Kyle, in undergraduate school at Northeastern State University. He is an Optometrist and owner of Insight Eyecare with clinics serving patients in Glenpool and Jenks. Together they have three precious babies; Lexi, Holly and Gentry. The girls are a blast and keep them very busy. They live on some land in south Tulsa near Liberty/Mounds and they love to ride four-wheelers and go exploring.
They are members of First Baptist Church Jenks and they love spending time with their friends and family. Kyle and Dru believe that to whom much has been given, much is expected. They are both devoted to their careers and their calling of helping people improve their lives.
Education
- Juris Doctorate, The University of Tulsa College of Law, Tulsa, OK
- B.A. in Political Science, Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, OK
- Stigler Public Schools, Stigler OK
Bar Memberships
- Oklahoma Bar Association
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation Bar Association
- Tulsa County Bar Association
- Okmulgee County Bar Association
- McIntosh County Bar Association
Volunteer / Community / Organizational Involvement
- Tulsa Title and Probate Lawyers Association
- Glenpool Chamber of Commerce
- Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce
- Eufaula Chamber of Commerce
- Jenks Chamber of Commerce
Hilary McKinney
Senior Attorney
Hilary focuses her career on improving the lives of families and children in Oklahoma. Working with families in crisis or in transition is both challenging and rewarding. For over six years, Hilary has been serving Native American families and children in her capacity as a child welfare attorney and prosecutor for several tribal nations. Her extensive experience with tribes is a valuable asset in any case involving Indian Children and/or the Indian Child Welfare Act.
Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children is Hilary’s passion, whether that is through acting as a guardian ad litem, or representing clients in child custody cases, guardianships, adoptions, and child welfare cases. These types of cases change the lives of everyone involved, and Hilary’s ultimate goal is to successfully advocate for the interest of her clients and their children.
Hilary and her son Benjamin are both members of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. They enjoy camping, swimming, road trips, and riding roller coasters together.
Hilary McKinney
Senior Attorney
Hilary focuses her career on improving the lives of families and children in Oklahoma. Working with families in crisis or in transition is both challenging and rewarding. For over six years, Hilary has been serving Native American families and children in her capacity as a child welfare attorney and prosecutor for several tribal nations. Her extensive experience with tribes is a valuable asset in any case involving Indian Children and/or the Indian Child Welfare Act.
Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children is Hilary’s passion, whether that is through acting as a guardian ad litem, or representing clients in child custody cases, guardianships, adoptions, and child welfare cases. These types of cases change the lives of everyone involved, and Hilary’s ultimate goal is to successfully advocate for the interest of her clients and their children.
Hilary and her son Benjamin are both members of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. They enjoy camping, swimming, road trips, and riding roller coasters together.
Education
- Juris Doctorate, with honor, TU Law
- B.A. in Anthropology, Trinity University, San Antonio TX
- Evergreen High School, Evergreen CO
Bar Memberships
- Oklahoma Bar Association
- Eastern, Northern, and Western Districts of Oklahoma (Federal Courts)
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation Bar Association
- Cherokee Nation Bar Association
- Choctaw Nation Bar Association
- United Keetowah Band Bar Association
- Pawnee Nation Bar Association
Volunteer / Community / Organizational Involvement
- Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare Association
- National Indian Child Welfare Association
Shannon R. Brown
Senior Attorney
Upon graduating from the University of Tulsa Law School in 2012, Shannon has since spent her time assisting families in navigating life’s difficult circumstances. Shannon believes in providing each client with a realistic assessment of possible outcomes, ensuring her clients have an understanding of the legal process and empowering them as they negotiate a path toward their desired result. She is passionate about counseling her clients on common pitfalls associated with changes in the family structure and navigating how to best address any issues as they arise.
Shannon has over three years of experience as an attorney with the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, where she handled child support establishment and enforcement. Shannon is well versed in all areas of domestic practice, including extensive experience in divorce, paternity, child custody, guardianship, and property division.
Additionally, she has experience in many areas of criminal representation, including misdemeanor and felony case assistance. She has worked for over a year assisting incarcerated individuals with a variety of domestic and criminal issues during and after their release. Providing guidance through the criminal justice system is something Shannon has focused on throughout her legal career. This includes assisting individuals with outstanding warrants in most of the 77 counties in Oklahoma, as well as domestic issues including termination of guardianships and finalizing divorces.
Shannon, her husband, and children enjoy road trips to try new restaurants, comic book movies, and spending quality time together.
Hilary McKinney
Senior Attorney
Upon graduating from the University of Tulsa Law School in 2012, Shannon has since spent her time assisting families in navigating life’s difficult circumstances. Shannon believes in providing each client with a realistic assessment of possible outcomes, ensuring her clients have an understanding of the legal process and empowering them as they negotiate a path toward their desired result. She is passionate about counseling her clients on common pitfalls associated with changes in the family structure and navigating how to best address any issues as they arise.
Shannon has over three years of experience as an attorney with the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, where she handled child support establishment and enforcement. Shannon is well versed in all areas of domestic practice, including extensive experience in divorce, paternity, child custody, guardianship, and property division.
Additionally, she has experience in many areas of criminal representation, including misdemeanor and felony case assistance. She has worked for over a year assisting incarcerated individuals with a variety of domestic and criminal issues during and after their release. Providing guidance through the criminal justice system is something Shannon has focused on throughout her legal career. This includes assisting individuals with outstanding warrants in most of the 77 counties in Oklahoma, as well as domestic issues including termination of guardianships and finalizing divorces.
Shannon, her husband, and children enjoy road trips to try new restaurants, comic book movies, and spending quality time together.
Education
- Juris Doctorate, The University of Tulsa College of Law, Tulsa, OK
- B.A. in English, Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, OK
- Bartlesville Public Schools, Bartlesville, OK
Bar Memberships
- Oklahoma Bar Association
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation Bar Association
- Licensed in the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Northern Districts of Oklahoma
Volunteer / Community / Organizational Involvement
- Oklahoma Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Tulsa County Bar Association
Caroline Kelly
Firm Administrator
Stormy Perfors
Case Manager
Bethany Salsman
Case Manager
Cassi Cantrell
Executive Assistant
Robin Stafford
Case Manager
Morgan Sears
Case Manager
Loren Greuel
Estate Planning and Marketing Director
Erika Thurman
Administrative Assistant
Caroline Kelly
Law Firm Administrator & Billing Specialist
Erika Thurman
Administrative Assistant
Cassi Cantrell
Executive Assistant
Bethany Salsman
Case Manager
Loren Greuel
Estate Planning and Marketing Director
Robin Stafford
Case Manager
Morgan Sears
Case Manager
Stormy Perfors
Case Manager
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Our Core Values
- Empathy
- Efficiency
- Empowerment
- Kindness
A Passion For Helping People And A Commitment To Community
At South County Law Firm, we strive to provide you and your family with an open and comfortable legal experience. Whether you are establishing your family trust or traveling down one of life’s bumpy roads, we are here to make the process as smooth as possible. We truly value the relationships we have with our clients and we are committed to always being accessible and approachable. We have an appreciation for our client’s time and hard-earned money and strive for efficiency as we navigate the legal process together.
A Passion For Helping People And A Commitment To Community
At South County Law Firm, we strive to provide you and your family with an open and comfortable legal experience. Whether you are establishing your family trust or traveling down one of life’s bumpy roads, we are here to make the process as smooth as possible. We truly value the relationships we have with our clients and we are committed to always being accessible and approachable. We have an appreciation for our client’s time and hard-earned money and strive for efficiency as we navigate the legal process together.
