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Clint Clary Jr.
also known as R. Clinton Clary Jr., Robert Clinton Clary Jr.
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Biography
A native of Southside Virginia, Clint Clary has practiced criminal and traffic defense law in Virginia since 1983. Mr. Clary is devoted to building strong defenses and utilizing effective strategies to obtain the best possible outcomes for his clients. With thousands of case to his credit, from minor traffic infractions to capital murder cases, Mr. Clary has the experience and skills necessary to assist his clients in obtaining favorable results.
EXPERIENCED, AGGRESSIVE, EFFECTIVE, LOCAL - Criminal and Traffic Defense in Southside Virginia
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
43 years
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
20%
43 years
Violent Crime
20%
43 years
DUI and DWI
10%
43 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2018 2017 2015
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 34 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 42 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great attorney
Got charged with reckless driving on an 88/70. Got a deal for the charges to be dismissed as long as I took a driving course. Clary is confirmed GOATed.
Posted by Richard | October 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Reckless Speeding Ticket
There is a notorious speed trap along I-95 near Emporia, VA where I was caught going "reckless". Worried about the consequences, I shopped around for an attorney and Clint Clary was highly recommended by more than one source. I retained him as my attorney and he was able to reduce the ludicrous charg...
Posted by Albert | October 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Saved from Reckless Driving Charge by Clint Clary !
Received a summons for reckless driving (by speed) in Greensville County and a future court date at the Emporia Traffic Court. Being a resident of Florida facing a serious traffic violation I needed some expert help and found it in Clint Clary at the Slayton & Clary Law Firm. From my first conversa...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
A life saver!
Clint and his staff were first rate and extremely responsive! I was facing a reckless driving (speeding) charge, and he was able to knock it down to simple speeding with a relatively small fine. The man knows what he's doing! He knows the issues and has an intimate understanding of the local envir...
Posted by Michael | December 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent Attorney
I highly recommend Clint at Slayton & Clary. He did exactly as advertised for a reasonable flat fee. I received a summons in Brunswick County Virginia for 86mph in a 70mph and Clint had the charge reduced to “Defective Equipment." He exceeded my expectation with excellent results. Great lawyer wit...
Clint Clary Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Clary is a proven, experienced defense lawyer."
William Newsome
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Mar 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Clint is an excellent attorney and I personally endorse him in criminal and traffic law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I know Mr. Clary to be a highly skilled criminal defense and traffic attorney who has the utmost respect among both the defense bar and the judiciary. I would highly recommend Mr. Clary on any criminal or traffic matter."
"Clint Clary is one of the most outstanding lawyers in Southside Virginia. He's a credit to the profession and as savvy a litigator as I've had the privilege of working with, and against."
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Experience
Honors
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 10, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2009
Certificate of Appreciation for Extraordinary Public Service, Virginia State Bar
N/A
Certified Capital Trial Lead Counsel, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission
N/A
Certified Felony Lead Counsel, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission
N/A
Certified Misdemeanor Counsel, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission
N/A
Certified Juvenile Counsel, Virginia Indigent Defense Commission
Work Experience
1987 - Present
Partner, Slayton & Clary
2003 - 2014
Court appointed legal adviser to inmates, Virginia Department of Corrections
1987 - 2014
Commissioner in Chancery, Sixth Judicial Circuit
1983 - 1987
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Brunswick Commonwealth's Attorney Office
Associations
2004 - Present
Brunswick County Bar AssociationPresident
1991 - Present
North Carolina State BarMember
1983 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
1998 - 2004
Virginia State BarThird District Ethics Committee
Education
1983
University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
Hampden-Sydney College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
Leadership and Service Symposium
Service
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
I received a reckless driving ticket as i entered stuart, va ; while holding my phone near steering wheel and in camera mode ;
28 Mar 2014
Q&A
Should I represent myself for reckless driving in loudoun county? What are my odds for a lesser charge?
29 Mar 2014
Q&A
What should I do if my boyfriend is charged with complicity to murder but as far as I know they have nno evidence on him
14 Mar 2014