We could not believe how how sincere and hard working this attorney had been in solving our case. Nothing else need be said. He gets thumbs up from us ALL THE WAY
Through a long, over two years, litigation, the Claytons have been accomodating to our health problems while pressing our case to a beneficial conclusion with as ilttle trama. as was possible,
The discovery process was difficult because my mother, the principal litigant, has memory problems, so a good deal of research was required to piece together the history of the case. We found the Claytons (Andrew and Jessica) to be patient, understanding, and very responsive to our needs.
Representation of investors in disputes against securities brokerage firms and investment advisors. Also represent securities industry employees in claims against their employers, most often in claims involving wrongful termination and/or defamation.
Business litigation, ordinarily involving closely-held companies with shareholder disputes and securities-related matters, such as fraud and misrepresentation in connection with raising investment capital. Also involved from time to time in probate and trust litigation when issues of investment management are in dispute.
The mediation of civil disputes is a small but growing part of my practice. I have been certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a civil litigation mediator since 2001.
22 years, 25 cases
Most people know me as "Drew Clayton." I have had the good fortune of practicing law in a legal arena that is both interesting and challenging. For several years before I became an attorney in 1987, I worked in mutual fund marketing for Oppenheimer in New York City and as a retail stock broker for L.F. Rothschild, Unterberg, Towbin and Smith Barney. That experience has proven to be invaluable in my representation of people who have disputes with their brokerage firms because it has provided me with an insight into the securities business that few attorneys have.
In addition, I have been lucky enough during the course of my career to deal with complex commercial litigation issues in state, federal, and bankruptcy court. That breadth of experience has enabled me to represent clients in a wide variety of business-related disputes as well.
I practiced law in New Jersey and New York for five years before moving to Florida in 1992.
We could not believe how how sincere and hard working this attorney had been in solving our case. Nothing else need be said. He gets thumbs up from us ALL THE WAY
Posted by Janet | October 27, 2009
Professional and Caring
Through a long, over two years, litigation, the Claytons have been accomodating to our health problems while pressing our case to a beneficial conclusion with as ilttle trama. as was possible,
The discovery process was difficult because my mother, the principal litigant, has memory problems, so a good deal of research was required to piece together the history of the case. We found the Claytons (Andrew and Jessica) to be patient, understanding, and very responsive to our needs.
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Posted by Wil | October 27, 2009
Walter Andrew Clayton Jr. Review
Drew is analytical, decisive and conclusive and has superb communications skills.
He possesses the ability to understand each and every situation and recommend the best possible solution.
I have worked with Drew on many different corporate matters that were resolved formidably in our favor. If it were not for Drew the corporation and its owners would have been in a much less favorable monetary position.
I would highly recommend him to any corporation or individual.
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Posted by Dan | October 27, 2009
Excellent Attorney!
Very Knowledgeable, uses good expert witnesses, very careful about details, excellent planning & strategy, even tempered and a joy to work with.
Posted by Jeremy | October 27, 2009
Arbitration Hearing
Drew Clayton represented me and my wife at an arbitration hearing in which we were claiming improper handling of our investments by brokers Raymond James. He readily grasped our problem, prepared most meticulously and carefully explained our fee options, ie either contingency or hourly billing.
The hearing ran for several days at a hotel in which all concerned stayed. It seemed to us that Drew and his assistant worked continously on our behalf, laboring on the case until late each evening. His performance throughout was most professional and compared very favorably with that of our opponents' lawyers. We prevailed in the matter and were awarded a decent amount of recompense.
Were I to have a similar problem Drew would definitely be my first choice and I recommend him most heartily
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Securities and investment fraud Attorney | Feb 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Drew Clayton for nearly 20 years and would recommend him as a knowledgeable, professional and ethical litigation attorney. He is well regarded in our legal community and would be an excellent choice for your securities or investment fraud case."
Securities and investment fraud Attorney | Oct 28
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I have known Drew Clayton for many years, and we are usually on opposing sides in litigation of securities and investment fraud matters. Drew is a very capable lawyer, and an excellent advocate for his clients. He has a thorough understanding of the securities laws, as well as the procedural aspects of arbitration and litigation, and knows how to effectively advance his clients' positions. One aspect of Drew's practice that I have always particularly appreciated is his professionalism. Drew will always take the ethical high road, and when he wins he does so with integrity. He is a man of his word, and you can count on what he says. I enjoy working with Drew because I know he will bring his best to every engagement."
Securities and investment fraud Attorney | Oct 27
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I highly endorse this lawyer's work. Drew Clayton and myself worked together on several securities arbitation cases. He is knowledgeable, congenial and, most importantly, highly ethical in all his dealings with clients and other counsel. I would recommend his work to any client who need a top notch lawyer."
Securities and investment fraud Attorney | Oct 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Drew Clayton is an outstanding lawyer
who provides aggressive legal services to investors who have been
mishandled by brokers and brokerage firms. Drew is highly regarded in the
legal community, the President Elect of our local America Inn of Court chapter
and a former military officer. Without reservation I highly recommend this lawyer
to prospective clients. His ethics are impeccable and his law talents are immense!"