Trudi Islas
Office Manager
Trudi Islas is the Office Manager at Putnam Law Office in Oklahoma City, where she oversees the firm’s daily operations, client intake, and administrative systems to ensure efficiency, accountability, and a high standard of client service. As a key member of the firm’s leadership team, Trudi is entrusted with implementing firm policies, managing workflows, and maintaining the structure necessary for effective case management across the firm’s family law, personal injury, and collections practices.
In her role, Trudi is responsible for supervising office operations, coordinating client intake, managing calendaring and file systems, and ensuring compliance with internal procedures and court requirements. She plays a critical role in maintaining the firm’s use of platforms such as MyCase for case management, billing, and communication, as well as overseeing document handling, scheduling, and internal coordination among attorneys and staff. Her ability to keep systems organized and functioning efficiently allows the firm to deliver consistent, high-quality legal services to clients throughout Oklahoma County and surrounding areas.
Trudi is also vested with delegated authority to enforce firm policies and procedures and to act on behalf of the Managing Attorney in the administration of daily operations, ensuring that expectations related to performance, professionalism, and client service are consistently met. Her leadership helps create a structured, accountable environment where both staff and clients can rely on clear communication, responsiveness, and follow-through.
A defining strength Trudi brings to the firm is her passion for helping people. Prior to joining Putnam Law Office, she worked extensively with individuals facing mental health challenges, addiction, and housing instability. These experiences shaped her ability to approach clients with empathy, patience, compassion, and understanding—qualities that are particularly valuable in family law matters such as divorce, custody, and protective orders, where clients are often navigating difficult and emotional circumstances.
Trudi’s strong work ethic, professionalism, and ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced legal environment is our biggest asset. She approaches her role with a client-facing mindset, ensuring that both clients and staff are supported and that the firm operates smoothly on a day-to-day basis.
She is an Oklahoma native and graduated as the Salutatorian of her class. In addition, Trudi has earned her Paralegal Certification, further strengthening her ability to support legal operations and understand the substantive and procedural aspects of the cases handled by the firm.
Outside of the office, Trudi enjoys traveling and pursuing adventure, including skydiving, paragliding, snorkeling, and scuba diving. On a more relaxed evening, she enjoys reading, shopping, participating in karaoke, and exploring new restaurants. Her energetic and well-rounded personality contributes to the positive and driven culture of Putnam Law Office.
