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Oklahoma nearly finished with bill to create new courts for business lawsuits


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Published in Business and Finance on Monday, May 12th 2025 at 7:00 GMT by   Print publication without navigation

  • If Gov. Kevin Stitt gets his wish, Oklahoma will have two new courts in Oklahoma and Tulsa counties to only handle complex business lawsuits.

The Oklahoma legislative session of 2025 saw the passage of Senate Bill 632, which establishes specialized business courts in Oklahoma and Tulsa counties to handle complex business litigation more efficiently. The bill, which received strong bipartisan support, aims to attract more businesses to Oklahoma by providing a dedicated judicial system that can better manage business disputes. Proponents argue that these courts will enhance the state's business climate by offering quicker resolutions and specialized judicial expertise. The new courts are set to begin operations by January 2026, with judges appointed by the governor and confirmed by the state Senate. Critics, however, express concerns about the potential cost to taxpayers and the creation of a separate legal system for businesses.

Read the Full The Oklahoman Article at:
[ https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/politics/state/2025/05/12/oklahoma-legislative-session-2025-sb632-business-courts-oklahoma-tulsa/83538315007/ ]