Securities Lawyer in Oklahoma

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Acquisition Stars advises buyers and sellers on securities lawyer matters across Oklahoma.

Serving clients across Oklahoma.

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Donald Hateley, Of Counsel for securities law at Acquisition Stars

Donald Hateley

Of Counsel, Securities Law | Acquisition Stars

Donald Hateley serves as Of Counsel to Acquisition Stars for securities law matters. His background includes advising public and private companies on securities transactions, corporate finance, and corporate governance, including public and private equity and debt financings. Admitted to the California bar in 1993, he is a graduate of the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business and Southwestern Law School.

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Securities Lawyer Practice in Oklahoma

Acquisition Stars advises buyers and sellers on securities lawyer matters across Oklahoma. Donald Hateley serves as Of Counsel to Acquisition Stars and handles the securities law work. Alex Lubyansky leads the M&A work, with an associate supporting the engagement.

Oklahoma Transaction Considerations

  • Oklahoma's statutory ban on non-competes means target companies cannot rely on employee non-compete covenants for workforce retention, and buyers must use other mechanisms (retention bonuses, non-solicitation agreements) to protect talent investment
  • Oklahoma's oil and gas industry creates unique M&A considerations including mineral rights, Oklahoma Corporation Commission regulatory oversight, and complex joint operating agreements
  • Oklahoma's tribal jurisdiction issues can affect transactions involving businesses on tribal land or with tribal enterprise partners

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Oklahoma Legal Framework for Securities Law

Non-Compete Agreements

Banned entirely. Sale-of-business and non-solicitation exceptions.

Banned. Oklahoma Statutes Title 15, Section 219A voids all non-compete agreements except those arising from the sale of a business goodwill or an ownership interest in a business. Employment non-competes are unenforceable. Non-solicitation agreements limiting the solicitation of established customers are permitted. Oklahoma's ban is statutory and has been consistently upheld by Oklahoma courts.

Tax Considerations

Oklahoma imposes a 4% corporate income tax. The state uses a three-factor apportionment formula with double-weighted sales. Oklahoma conforms to most federal tax provisions. The state also offers various tax incentives for energy, aerospace, and manufacturing operations.

Filing Requirements

Entity mergers and conversions must be filed with the Oklahoma Secretary of State. Annual certificates are required for all entities. The Oklahoma Tax Commission requires tax clearance for asset purchases.

Bulk Sales / Asset Purchases

Oklahoma has repealed UCC Article 6 (Bulk Sales). The Oklahoma Tax Commission may impose successor liability on asset purchasers for the seller's unpaid taxes. A tax clearance letter should be obtained before closing.

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Donald Hateley serves as Of Counsel to Acquisition Stars and handles the securities law work. Alex Lubyansky leads the M&A work, with an associate supporting the engagement.

M&A counsel since 2013. Nationwide practice. LOI through closing.

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