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also known as Clayton A. Worthington
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The help you need. The experience you want. Clayton Worthington has been named a Legal Elite attorney and a Top Lawyer Under 40 by Virginia Business Magazine (2018 - 2024). His practice focuses on family law and associated legal matters. He regularly litigates issues of divorce, complex distribution of property and debt, custody, visitation, child support and spousal support, in addition to prosecution and defense of enforcement actions and criminal defense. Mr. Worthington also specializes in assisting clients in resolving those matters via mediation, avoiding the cost and uncertainty associated with litigation. Mr. Worthington’s priorities in every representation are that his clients feel comfortable, confident and informed. His clients regularly report a high degree of satisfaction in both litigated and negotiated outcomes, as Mr. Worthington, his assistant and paralegal are always highly accessible and meticulously prepared. Whether you are facing a high-income spousal support case, complicated property distribution, business valuation, child relocation or non-parent visitation proceeding, contact Mr. Worthington for a confidential consultation and see for yourself why so many of his clients feel the freedom to focus on their families and careers. They’ve got the help they need and the experience they want.
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 2012
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3957 Westerre Parkway, Suite 400, Richmond, VA, 23233
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Posted by Katie | March 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Alimony
Excellent Counsel
Clayton Worthington represented me during alimony renegotiation and was critical to amenable resolution on my behalf. He offered extremely valuable insights and advice and was available for even my most minute questions. His counsel was wise, measured, and clearly showed great competence. I am ext...
Posted by anonymous | April 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Very Thorough and Professional
Mr. Worthington was very knowledgable regarding divorce law and the likeliness of the court to consider accusations and specific financial demands. I felt he really had my back and was thorough in protecting myself and my financial situation. Mr. Worthington was always ready to answer my question...
Posted by Timothy | February 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great professional perfect attitude for lawyer
i was charge with reckless driver but with great help an job mr Worthington done it was all drop down to jus a fine best part best part for me no points on my licenses i recommended mr Worthington 10/ 10 great lawyer
Posted by Michele | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Very knowledgeable
I hired Clayton after another lawyer I had been working with left the practice. Clayton stepped right in-only a few days before the first court date- and he was there ready to represent me. He is very knowledgeable in family case law and explained things to me that my previous lawyer never even menti...
Posted by anonymous | December 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Exceeded our every expectation
We were impressed with Clayton's knowledge and advice before we even hired him. He gave us an honest evaluation of the legal situation (misdemeanor) and potential outcomes, quoted a fee but didn't pressure us to work with him. We did hire him and are delighted with the outcome. He did everything t...
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"Both personable and professional, Clayton is an adept attorney who can handle any family law matter."
"While I do not Mr. Worthington personally, I have had the opportunity of reviewing his answers on this site to those writing in seeking legal help. Family law can present difficult questions from those going through emotionally difficult times. When people write in with legal questions, he is able to give concise answers in this difficult area of law making it easier for those asking on Avvo feel not only comfortable, but moving forward in the right direction. I have no hesitation in endorsing Mr. Worthington as an attorney at law."
"I have noticed Clayton posting legally sound responses to Avvo questions. He really seems to know his stuff."
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine
2013
Top Contributor 2013, Avvo
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2019 - Present
Attorney, Stiles Ewing Powers P.C.
2018 - 2019
Attorney, Coates & Davenport, P.C.
2012 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Rinehart, Butler, Hodge, Moss & Bryant, PLC
2011 - 2011
Judicial Intern, Henrico County Circuit Court
2018 - Present
Henrico, Chesterfield and Richmond Bar AssociationsAttorney Member
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Fredericksburg Area Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Custody award to client, no visitation, income imputed to opposing party
Property Settlement Agreement drafted and signed, Divorce Decree entered
Finding of contempt for opposing party and subsequent payment of owed support
Award of Spousal Support, Equitable Distribution of Property, Award of Attorney's Fees
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA
English
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Clayton earned significant contribution points in 2013.
Does VA Code 20-124.5 enforce that an address of relocation must be provided?
04 Feb 2014
My husband and his ex wife bought a timeshare while married. She won't buy his half or sign so they can sell and split the $.
27 Jan 2014
Legally married but separated and pregnant with another man's child. Please answer these questions for me!!!
18 Dec 2013