I am the owner of properties in Oklahoma which includes the minerals. In the last year, I have had 4 estates file ownership on my minerals and one filed a deed to my property. I would write to the people and explain that they do not own these minerals but wouldn’t do anything. So I had to hire an attorney to prove to them it was mine. I have a large bill, and my attorney says they don’t have to reimburse me for my expenses. Can I take them to small claims court and get any of my money back?
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So, did your attorney determine that the minerals were yours or theirs? Since youve already hired an attorney, what did he say about taking them to small claims court? I mean, you are the one that sued them, what exactly would be the basis of your lawsuit in small claims court on why they owe you money? I think the judge might fall out of his chair laughing, not to be rude.
In Oklahoma one can become entitled to reimbursement of the costs of a quiet title action but there the party clouding title must be given an opportunity to correct the problem in advance. Even if you win are awarded attorney’s fees there is still the problem of collecting them. Visit with your attorney about the options.
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