With more than fifteen years of dedicated practice, Mr. Banner has established himself as a resolute advocate for individuals accused of criminal offenses, steadfastly protecting the constitutional rights of his clients at every stage of litigation. His skill and results in the courtroom have earned him recognition among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Oklahoma. He holds a Lead Counsel rating and has received a “Superb” designation from Avvo, distinctions reserved for a select group of criminal defense attorneys in the state.
Mr. Banner has also been selected to the Oklahoma Super Lawyers list for criminal defense, reflecting peer recognition for professional achievement and ethical standards. In addition, Forbes named him one of only seven criminal defense attorneys nationwide included in its inaugural Best-In-State Lawyers list. Beyond these honors, he is deeply committed to advancing the profession through education. He regularly presents continuing legal education seminars for fellow attorneys on subjects including emerging technology in legal practice, as well as the defense of sex crimes, violent offenses, and drug-related charges in Oklahoma. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Oklahoma City University School of Law, where he contributes to the development of future members of the bar.
Mr. Banner’s experience and insight are frequently sought by both local and national media outlets. His commentary and analysis have appeared in publications such as the Huffington Post, the ABA Journal, Above the Law, the Jurist, LexisNexis, the Oklahoma Policy Institute, the Oklahoma Gazette, the Daily Oklahoman, and Law in Sport. He has also been quoted and cited by nationally recognized publications, including the Washington Post and Forbes. Additionally, he serves on the national LexisNexis Firm Manager Advisory Board, advising on matters impacting the legal profession.
In practice, Mr. Banner has demonstrated a consistent record of success in Oklahoma criminal courts. He has secured suppression of unlawfully obtained evidence, achieved jury acquittals, obtained dismissals in misdemeanor and felony cases, and successfully pursued reversals and sentence modifications on appeal. He has prevailed before both the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals and the Oklahoma Supreme Court. His career reflects not only professional recognition but a documented history of meaningful results for those he represents.
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