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Sarah Eleanor Clay

Criminal defense Attorney at Louisville, KY

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I am a solo practitioner in Louisville, Kentucky, and represent clients throughout the state. I completed my undergraduate studies in South Carolina before moving back to Kentucky, where I received my J.D. at the University of Louisville. I have extensive experience in criminal defense (from petty misdemeanors to class A felonies), which includes serving as lead or sole counsel in felony jury trials where my clients were acquitted on all charges. I also have experience in family law, personal injury law, estate law, and other general practice areas. I am a fourth generation attorney continuing the family tradition of practicing law.

Licensed for 10 years
State KY
Status Active
Acquired 2012
Updated 12/20/2022

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Clay Law Office, PLLC
600 West Main Street
Suite 100
Louisville, KY, 40204

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AVVO RATING 9.4 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Clay Law Office
  • 2016 - Present
  • Assistant Public Defender
  • Louisville Public Defender
  • 2012 - 2016
  • Extern
  • Louisville Public Defender
  • 2012 - 2012
  • Law Clerk
  • 600 West Main, LLC
  • 2010 - 2012
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Education

  • Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2012
  • College of Charleston
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2005

Associations

  • Louisville Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
  • Chair
  • 2020 - Present
  • Louisville Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2016 - Present
  • Kentucky Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2012 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Walker Award for Excellence in Advocacy
  • Louisville Public Defender
  • 2015
  • Walker Award for Excellence in Advocacy
  • Louisville Public Defender
  • 2014
  • Continuing Legal Education Award
  • Kentucky Bar Association
  • 2014

Attorney endorsements

Received (5)
Given (4)
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Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. She has a reputation for being tough and refusing to back down from a worthwhile fight. She is a brilliant lawyer."
Family Attorney | Apr 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. She is well respected by her peers."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Unlike a lot of attorneys that simply go through the motions, Sarah Clay has a reputation for being tenacious. She does not shy away from a fight when its in the best interest of her client. She is one of the few attorneys that are known for actually loving the court room. If you have a serious criminal matter, hire this attorney. She's not the cheapest, but she's one of the best. Worth every penny considering she might be the only one to keep you, your family or loved one out of jail. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have worked with Sarah for several years and have found her to be an excellent litigator with vast courtroom and jury trial experience. She is level headed and provides sound advice to her clients. I definitely endorse Sarah for your criminal defense needs."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Sarah has a extensive experience in the area of Criminal defense, having obtained multiple not guilty verdicts for her clients. She is motivated and committed to the needs of her clients. She is an absolute pleasure to work with and I give her my highest of recommendations."

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Louisville Criminal defense Lawyer Sarah Eleanor Clay
Sarah Eleanor Clay
Criminal defense Attorney
Louisville, KY
Licensed for 10 years