Charles Callaway represents clients in a wide range of commercial transactions, with particular depth in real estate, energy, and business acquisition and finance. He advises developers, lenders, borrowers, and corporate clients on the sale, purchase, and financing of business assets, real estate, oil and gas holdings, and renewable energy projects.
Charles has extensive experience navigating high-value transactions, including wind and cogeneration developments, large-scale real estate acquisitions, and secured financing matters involving complex collateral structures. He is known for balancing legal precision with a practical approach that helps clients get deals done.
EDUCATION
- The University of Oklahoma College of Law (J.D., 1981)
- – Oklahoma Law Review (Symposium Editor, 1981; Article and Book Review Editor, 1980)
- The University of Oklahoma (B.A., 1978, with honors)
BAR ADMISSIONS
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American Bar Association
- Oklahoma Bar Association
- Oklahoma County Bar Association
AWARDS & HONORS
- The Best Lawyers in America – Real Estate Law (2011–2026)
- AV Preeminent Rating – Martindale-Hubbell
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES
- Legal representation of church and nonprofit clients in property transactions
REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS
Charles has advised public, private, and government entities on a wide range of transactions, including:
- Development and financing of wind farms up to 298 MW
- Multi-property acquisitions of shopping centers and office buildings
- Hotel and hospitality transactions, including sale/leasebacks and franchise negotiations
- Large-scale commercial and residential real estate developments
- Complex tribal and gaming-related financings
- Energy-related due diligence, acquisitions, and secured lending
- Transactions involving government contractors and tribal corporations
