Legal Resource Center
Where ORA members receive exclusive access to FREE legal help!
Legal difficulties are all too common for business owners, and restaurants are especially subject to a wide range of regulations at the local, state, and federal levels. Thousands of foodservice establishments across the state look to the ORA as a resource for legal advice and guidance. To help navigate these sometimes tricky waters, the ORA has partnered with law firms with varying specialties to counsel members.
Take the guesswork out of the laws and regulations affecting your business with a strong team of attorneys that can counsel ORA members on any matter that may arise. On behalf of our members, ORA has negotiated 15 minutes of complimentary legal advice per member per month.
To access this exclusive benefit, contact James Leewright at [email protected] and get connected with an attorney today!
Legal difficulties are all too common for business owners, and restaurants are especially subject to a wide range of regulations at the local, state, and federal levels. Thousands of foodservice establishments across the state look to the ORA as a resource for legal advice and guidance. To help navigate these sometimes tricky waters, the ORA has partnered with law firms with varying specialties to counsel members.
Take the guesswork out of the laws and regulations affecting your business with a strong team of attorneys that can counsel ORA members on any matter that may arise. On behalf of our members, ORA has negotiated 15 minutes of complimentary legal advice per member per month.
To access this exclusive benefit, contact James Leewright at [email protected] and get connected with an attorney today!

Kathryn Taylor, Ogletree Deakins
Kathryn Taylor has substantial experience advising government and private entities on employment, public policy, ethics, and other regulatory issues. She has represented employers and governmental agencies at administrative and legislative hearings, conducted all facets of workplace investigations, and advised entities on labor and employment issues for both employees and independent contractors. Her legal experience includes significant work in the health and welfare space, exclusively working with self-funded benefit plans, drafting and amending plan documents, evaluating and negotiating provider contracts, ERISA Compliance, and other federal laws relating to employee benefit matters. She has additional experience with the design, implementation, and administration of retirement plans including Defined Benefit Plans and Defined Contribution Plans
Kathryn graduated with Honors from Oklahoma State University in 2009 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Agribusiness and from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2013, where she was a member of the American Indian Law Review. Kathryn was appointed by the Governor of Oklahoma to serve on the Oklahoma Board of Nursing from 2019-2023 and was appointed by the Oklahoma City Mayor as a member of the Mayor’s CEO Roundtable for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Kathryn is a member of the Oklahoma Bar.
Kathryn Taylor has substantial experience advising government and private entities on employment, public policy, ethics, and other regulatory issues. She has represented employers and governmental agencies at administrative and legislative hearings, conducted all facets of workplace investigations, and advised entities on labor and employment issues for both employees and independent contractors. Her legal experience includes significant work in the health and welfare space, exclusively working with self-funded benefit plans, drafting and amending plan documents, evaluating and negotiating provider contracts, ERISA Compliance, and other federal laws relating to employee benefit matters. She has additional experience with the design, implementation, and administration of retirement plans including Defined Benefit Plans and Defined Contribution Plans
Kathryn graduated with Honors from Oklahoma State University in 2009 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Agribusiness and from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2013, where she was a member of the American Indian Law Review. Kathryn was appointed by the Governor of Oklahoma to serve on the Oklahoma Board of Nursing from 2019-2023 and was appointed by the Oklahoma City Mayor as a member of the Mayor’s CEO Roundtable for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Kathryn is a member of the Oklahoma Bar.

Barrow & Grimm, P.C.
Established in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1976, Barrow & Grimm, P.C. is a full-service law firm, widely known for premier practices in the areas of commercial law, civil litigation, construction and surety law, tax law, estate planning and employment and labor law. Barrow & Grimm, P.C.‘s location and geographical reach allows us to counsel clients on aspects of both in-state and regional business and litigation matters.
The attorneys of Barrow & Grimm, P.C., remain sensitive to the individual circumstances of each client‘s case. They also provide accurate and timely information to every client. The law firm of Barrow & Grimm, P.C., recognizes the importance of considering all of the human factors involved in legal matters.
Business law and litigation have always been primary focal points at Barrow & Grimm. Our attorneys — each with specific areas of practice emphasis — are able to pool their resources for the rapid responses required in today‘s business environment. Clients in need of services such as litigation advocacy, corporate transactions, tax advice, assistance with real estate transactions, or the drafting of wills and trusts, may be assured of responsible, timely and personal attention.
Barrow & Grimm, P.C. and Boesche McDermott LLP have combined their talents to provide a greater array of services. The firms boast 25 attorneys to guide clients through every stage in their business enterprises. Of those 25, fifteen have been named as Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, AV Preeminent Lawyers, Best Lawyers and other peer and public honorary recognitions.
Practice Areas: Business Litigation, Estate Planning, Labor & Employment, Tax Law, Construction Litigation/ Surety Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Business Services, Real Estate, Healthcare Law, Alcoholic Beverage Law & Licensing, Family Law, Banking, and Energy/Oil & Gas Law
Established in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1976, Barrow & Grimm, P.C. is a full-service law firm, widely known for premier practices in the areas of commercial law, civil litigation, construction and surety law, tax law, estate planning and employment and labor law. Barrow & Grimm, P.C.‘s location and geographical reach allows us to counsel clients on aspects of both in-state and regional business and litigation matters.
The attorneys of Barrow & Grimm, P.C., remain sensitive to the individual circumstances of each client‘s case. They also provide accurate and timely information to every client. The law firm of Barrow & Grimm, P.C., recognizes the importance of considering all of the human factors involved in legal matters.
Business law and litigation have always been primary focal points at Barrow & Grimm. Our attorneys — each with specific areas of practice emphasis — are able to pool their resources for the rapid responses required in today‘s business environment. Clients in need of services such as litigation advocacy, corporate transactions, tax advice, assistance with real estate transactions, or the drafting of wills and trusts, may be assured of responsible, timely and personal attention.
Barrow & Grimm, P.C. and Boesche McDermott LLP have combined their talents to provide a greater array of services. The firms boast 25 attorneys to guide clients through every stage in their business enterprises. Of those 25, fifteen have been named as Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, AV Preeminent Lawyers, Best Lawyers and other peer and public honorary recognitions.
Practice Areas: Business Litigation, Estate Planning, Labor & Employment, Tax Law, Construction Litigation/ Surety Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Business Services, Real Estate, Healthcare Law, Alcoholic Beverage Law & Licensing, Family Law, Banking, and Energy/Oil & Gas Law