Clayton A. Simms

Clayton A. Simms

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Languages Spoken

  • English

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Client Reviews

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“Criminal defense”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, about 1 month ago.

Client Review: Clayton was so understanding and very down to earth. He is funny and keeps you on your feet. I have recommended him to a couple of my friends. He... more
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“Thanks to Clayton Simms”

Posted by: Colleen, about 1 month ago.

Client Review: Have you found yourself charged with a crime and you are innocent? Have you been a good citizen all your life and never needed an attorney before?... more
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Peer Endorsements

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8 endorsements


Russell Stephen Pietryga

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Simms is an excellent attorney. I have worked on several matters with Mr. Simms over the years and I am impressed with... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Russell Pietryga , Salt Lake City (UT), 28 days ago
Lisa Douglas

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Lisa Douglas , NLR (AR), 5 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

15 years since Clayton A. Simms was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Utah Authorized to practice law 1998 06/10/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Trial Attorney at Salt Lake Legal Defender Association 1999–2001

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1997
University of Houston Business-Organizational Behavior & Mangement Bachelor of Business Administration 1993

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Super Lawyer in Criminal Law Super Lawyers 2012
Legal Elite in Criminal Law Utah Business Magazine 2012
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Fellow American Board of Criminal Lawyers 2008–present
Barrister David K. Watkiss - Sutherland II American Inn of Court 2003–present
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Contribution

Contributor Level 8
Answers: 29 Legal Answers
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10 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
6 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 2 Legal Guides
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Ethics In Criminal Plea Bargaining Utah State Bar's Spring Convention 2012
Criminal Law in State and Federal Court; Utah State Board of Pardons; and State and Federal Sentencing Guidelines University of Utah, Judicial Process 2012
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