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John A. “Andy” Bass

John A. "Andy" Bass

Of Counsel

John A. “Andy” Bass is the Vice-President of Bass Law. He joined the firm in 1975 and practices primarily in the areas of trusts and estates, probate, real estate, oil and gas, business and tax law. Andy has obtained Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating of AV® Preeminent™, an indication that his peers recognize him at the highest levels of professional excellence. He has also been recognized in Oklahoma Super Lawyers®, Best Lawyers in America® and is a fellow of the American College of Trust

Education

  • Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting), University of Oklahoma, 1972
  • Juris Doctor, Oklahoma City University School of Law, 1975

Admissions

  • All Oklahoma Trial and Appellate Courts
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma
  • United States Tax Court

Memberships

  • Oklahoma Bar Association
  • Canadian County Bar Association
  • President (1980-81)
  • American College of Trust and Estate Counsel
  • State Chair, Oklahoma (2012-16)
  • Fellow

Honors & Awards

  • Best Lawyers in America©, Trusts and Estates (2010-14)
  • Best Lawyers in America©, Litigation – Trusts and Estates (2010-14)
  • Oklahoma Super Lawyers (2008-14)
  • El Reno Distinguished Alumni (2003)

Community

  • Leadership Oklahoma (Class II)
  • Oklahoma House of Representatives (1992-94)
  • Chair, Administrative Rules Committee
  • Vice-Chair, Insurance Committee
  • CompSource Oklahoma
  • Board of Managers (1999-2011)
  • Chairman (2006-2011)
  • El Reno Public School Board (1983-92)
  • El Reno Chamber of Commerce Board
  • President