On Monday, February 10, 2025, the Supreme Court of Oklahoma granted the resignation of attorney Andrea Beth Fryar, also known as Andrea Beth Bennett, from the Oklahoma Bar Association (OBA) while disciplinary proceedings were pending against her. The court’s decision came after Fryar submitted an affidavit requesting to relinquish her right to practice law.
The case is entitled “Oklahoma Bar Association v. Andrea Beth Fryar, A/K/A Andrea Beth Bennett,” with case no. 7713.
Fryar’s resignation was filed on December 10, 2024, amid allegations of professional misconduct. The court acknowledged her resignation was voluntary and made without coercion. Fryar understood the implications of her decision and expressed her intention for it to be effective from the date of submission.
The complaint against Fryar includes serious allegations of violating the Oklahoma Rules of Professional Conduct and the Rules Governing Disciplinary Proceedings. These charges stem from two consolidated cases which encompass multiple counts of misconduct. The allegations were formally lodged following Fryar’s receipt of a complaint on July 29, 2024.
In the court’s review, it was noted that Fryar had been made aware of the specific charges against her. If proven, these violations could lead to significant disciplinary action, as they would breach the ethical standards set forth by the OBA.
Moreover, Fryar is facing formal charges related to criminal convictions from Cleveland County Case No. CF-2022-40. The court indicated that these criminal issues would also constitute violations of the professional conduct rules.
Fryar’s history with the Oklahoma Bar Association includes her admission to the bar in September 2016, with her OBA membership number being 32779. However, her current OBA status is suspended due to non-payment of dues and failure to comply with mandatory continuing legal education requirements.
The court’s order also emphasized that Fryar must adhere to the provisions outlined in Rule 9.1 of the Rules Governing Disciplinary Proceedings. This includes cooperating with the Office of the General Counsel regarding the return of client files and addressing any financial obligations to her clients.
In addition, Fryar acknowledged that claims may arise from her former clients to the Client Security Fund, and she has agreed to reimburse any amounts paid out by the OBA should such claims be approved. This condition is part of the terms for any future application for reinstatement.
Under the court’s decision, Fryar’s name will be removed from the Roll of Attorneys, and she will not be eligible to apply for reinstatement to the OBA for a minimum of five years from the effective date of the order.
The Disposition states:
“IT IS ORDERED that Complainant’s application for an Order approving the resignation pending disciplinary proceedings of Respondent, Andrea Beth Bennett, A/K/A Andrea Beth Fryar, is granted, Respondent’s resignation is accepted and approved, and her right to practice law is relinquished.”
According to avvo.com, Ms. Fryar was an attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She acquired her law license in Oklahoma in 2016.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
