F Clayton Tyler

F Clayton Tyler

4.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 46 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime

TriTech Office Center, 331 Second Avenue South #230, Minneapolis, MN

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1992
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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 46 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1979

Authorized to Practice

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1992

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F. Clayton Tyler

TriTech Office Center, 331 Second Avenue South #230, Minneapolis, MN, 55401-2220

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21 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent work

My family and I continue to use mr. F Clayton Tyler over 30 years. From my son's criminal activity to my divorce. Each case he's taken upfront, no matter how complicated he explains in detail what's about to happen. And he's gotten excellent results. My divorce was final this month I'm absolutely sat...isfied great job. Mr. Tyler's work ethic is exemplary.

Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

What a GREAT Lawyer

I was raided and charged with a felony for drug and gun possession. I had originally hired a different attorney who I thought wasn't doing a good enough job. I was facing a minimum maximum of 3 years and the prosecution wasn't giving any deals or reducing my time for a plea. I was afraid and des...perate!! A family member referred me to Clayton Tyler. The trial that was set up through my old attorney was coming up quickly, Mr. Clayton had the trial postponed and started to work on my case immediately. During our meetings, it was evident that he was very knowledgeable about drug and gun laws. It was also evident that he was well known in the county and state were I was charged. I was impressed by the amount of time that Mr. Clayton spent with me. During our many meeting he would calm my fears by letting me know that he is good at what he does and not to worry. During my different appearances in court Mr. Clayton was always there early to go over our plans so that I was calm and well prepared. I was still very afraid because I was facing 3 years in prison. It turned out that I was found not guilty on the part of the case that would have gotten me those three years in prison and I received a stay of adjudication on the other part of the case. So I ended up with NO jail time and as long as I stay out of trouble I will not have it on my record in a few years. I was so blessed to have Mr. Clayton as my attorney, I was facing a very tough prosecutor but he handled my situation very well. I look to Mr. Clayton as a mentor and even keep in touch with him periodically. I would definitely use Clayton Tyler again if necessary.

Posted by Joshua | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

5th Degree Felony Drug charge and DUI

I was arrested early 2018 for a 5th degree drug violation and DUI in Hennepin county. The day I was released I vigorously began searching for an attorney, I made dozens of phone calls before with different attorneys before scheduling a consultation with Clayton Tyler. The Genuine honesty and impeccab...le knowledge he had to offer made him and ideal attorney for me and I am absolutely humbled by that. Clayton was able to get diversions for both of my charges meaning I didn't have to do anymore jail time and for this I am also greatful. I really appreciate the outstanding service and positive outcome from a very scary time in my life.

Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The BEST Attorney hands down

Clayton Tyler has been my lawyer for over 10 years. I've gotten into a lot of trouble over the years and Clayton has been there for me every time. He definitely knows what he's doing. He knows almost all the prosecutors and the judges (these relationships have been used to my advantage more than once...) I've seen him have private talks with the judges in there chambers many times. Clayton will give it to you strait up, he won't try and sugar coat your situation, he will keep it real with you. Other reviewers have said that after he gets your money he's hard to get a hold of, that IS NOT TRUE. He's not gonna call you every day to sooth your nerves, because he's busy working on your behalf, and negotiating with your prosecutor and your judge. I was never not able to get a hold of him. If he was with a client or in court, Nancy (who is a rockstar) would take a message and make sure he got back to me. Communication aside, the most important thing is outcome. I've had two separate felon in possession of firearm charges, one of them was for an assault rifle. On both of these cases Clayton got me downward departures. That means instead of the 5 year mandatory minimum for each charge, I was only sentenced to a year, meaning I only had to serve 8 months. You can't beat that! Downward departures are hard to get, let alone twice! I've also been charged with a drug felony for selling 1000 pills to a DEA informant. Once we got to court, Clayton got me a deal where I only had to serve two weekends. Two Weekends!!! That was it!! Doing this review is reminding me just how awesome and how much of a Pro, Clayton really is. You'd be a fool to hire anyone else. He's stretched out court dates, and gotten continuances almost as many times as I've wanted. Even when I've messed things up by dropping dirty UA's and not following conditions of release(which I wouldn't reccomend), he was STILL able to secure favorable outcomes for me. I've used Clayton for small things like child support and DWI, as well as more serious things like drug charges and gun charges, etc. And every time he has met and exceeded my expectations. I've seen Clayton in court, get up in front of the judge and deliver an Oscar winning performance on my behalf. He does not like to lose, nor does he like his clients to do any jail time. I remember a time where I was sentenced to like 20 or 30 days in jail, an outcome I was pleased with, but Clayton was mad because I had to do any time at all. He genuinely cares about his clients. There's so many other little, and nuanced things that Clayton does which makes him the best. All I can say is if you want the best possible legal representation you can get, without question go with F. Clayton Tyler

Posted by Vaaj J | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer!!!!......NOT!

If you're looking for a lawyer that doesnt talk the talk, be there when you need, honestly reassure you that things will work out, and take the time to really get to know you.......look elsewhere. I'll keep this short and to the points. This all in hindsight and reflecting through my ordeal. - Faci...ng felony charges so naturally scared and looking for guidance. - Initial meet - right away he boasted about beating 2 federal cases w/in 6mths. He also called his "contacts" and left multiple messages, for them to get back to him asap. Asked who my judge was. Told him who it was...got the "Oh really?!? Judge is good friend of mine. Known for years now". - Was sold the feeling that this lawyer will really listen to my story and do all he can for me. - NOPE! In the 2 yrs that my case lasted and +15k paid to him he met with me only 2 other times. Numerous attempts to meet with him but always told by secretary "Clayton is busy meeting other clients" or "He's in court". - prosecuters offered plea deal. He says don't take deal. Assured me he can get better deal but I'll have to take straight guilty plea. - At sentencing...not a single word out of his mouth asking for leniency or attempt to ask. - if there was any behind the scenes negotiations I was never told about them. - judge hands down my sentence. He's shocked that I didn't get the 8+ yrs. How was I able to get such a short sentence?!?! - during those 2 yrs I did what I had to do (rehab, court ordered classes, community volunteering, etc), meet w/ prosecuters on my own with no guidance from my "lawyer". Maybe if he'd taken time to meet more he would've seen who i am. Its obvious the judge saw! This guy just wants your money.

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Ryan Garry

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Clayton is an excellent lawyer and person, and I have seen him acquit clients with "not guilty" verdicts in state court as well as federal court. He is an excellent trial lawyer."

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Bruce Rivers

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Tyler exemplifies the best of best. His integrity, tenacity, and experience make him the respected lawyer he is. As a fellow criminal defense lawyer I highly endorse him."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1992.

Suspension issued in MN, 1992

updated on 04/28/2015

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

F’s comment:

“I was suspended for failing to pay my personal and employee taxes in a timely manner. However if you read the opinion I feel it was a favorable opinion of myself as an attorney.”

Honors

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Board Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, Minnesota State Bar Association

Work Experience

1984 - Present

President, F. Clayton Tyler PA

Associations

2014 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member

2013 - Present

Federal Criminal Justice Panel

Minnesota panel rep

Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers

President

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers

Member

Hennepin County Bar Association

Member

Minnesota Urban League

Chairman

Education

1979

University of Minnesota Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

Augsburg College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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