Gary is the attorney landlords, sellers and property businesses have relied on for years to make a property deal, a contract for deed or a collection actually work. He brings a long book of real-world property experience, and the patience to pass it on to the next generation of the firm's lawyers.
Education and Licensure
- Juris Doctor, Oklahoma City University School of Law (1985). Member, Phi Delta Phi; OCU Moot Court Board (1983–1984)
- B.A., University of Oklahoma (1975)
- Admitted in Oklahoma; the U.S. District Courts for the Western, Northern and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma; the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit; and the Supreme Court of the United States
Professional Profile
Gary L. Giessmann is Of Counsel to Jones Property Law. He joined the firm in October 2026 after many years as a name partner of the Oklahoma City firm Nash, Cohenour & Giessmann, P.C. He brings a substantial real property caseload with him, especially contract-for-deed matters, which is core work for Jones Property Law.
- Contracts for Deed. Drafting, enforcing and unwinding seller-financed sales under Oklahoma’s contract-for-deed rules.
- Real Property Law. Advising property owners, landlords and real estate businesses on transactions, title and disputes.
- Civil Litigation. Handling real property and commercial disputes in Oklahoma’s state and federal courts.
- Collections and Judgments. Pursuing commercial collections and enforcing and renewing judgments.
- Commercial and Bankruptcy Law. Representing creditors and businesses in commercial matters and bankruptcy proceedings.
Teaching and Professional Involvement
Gary is a former full-time and adjunct professor at Oklahoma City Community College and has taught numerous classes at Moore Norman Technology Center. He is a member of the Oklahoma Bar Association, the Oklahoma County and Cleveland County Bar Associations, and the Creditors Bar Association of Oklahoma.