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David Clay Clarke
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Whether you are hoping to achieve citizenship through naturalization, in the midst of a nasty divorce or interested in starting your own business, you can rely on the legal knowledge and exemplary communication skills of David Clay Clarke. Known as one of the most talented and hardworking lawyers in the Lafayette area, attorney David Clay Clarke prides himself on his ability to offer clients diligent, smart and effective legal services. With over twelve years of work in civil litigation, this Lafayatte LA attorney boasts the well-rounded understanding of the legal system necessary for success both in and out of the courtroom.
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Licensed in Louisiana for 15 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 24 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Rhode Island for 24 years
State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of David Clay Clarke, LLC
345 Doucet Road., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA, 70503
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Posted by Farhana | April 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Immigration
I am an immigrant and recently married here. When we first went to David, he explained all the procedures n how should we work. Whenever we called him even if he could not receive the call ,he always returned n provided the exact information we needed. We are so happy with him not only as a lawyer bu...
Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceptional professionalism
I was impressed by how quickly my case moved. Any questions I had regarding my case were answered immediately. In addition, all documents were filed in an exceptionally timely manner. I would absolutely recommend David Clay Clarke as his expertise and services far surpassed my expectations.
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Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Top Lawyers of Acadiana, Acadiana Profile Magazine
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner, Law Office of David Clay Clarke, LLC
2012 - 2014
Associate, Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, PLC
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Williams & Associates Law Firm
2003 - 2011
Attorney, Blais Cunningham & Crowe Chester, LLP
Associations
2016 - Present
Lousiana Committee on Bar AdmissionsAssistant Examiner
2014 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Lafayette Parish Bar FoundationMember
2012 - Present
Louisiana Association of Defense CounselMember
2010 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Rhode Island State BarMember
2001 - Present
Rhode Island Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2010
Massachusetts Bar AssociationPast Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Biagas v. St. Landry Parish Sheriff Office, 13-642 (La. App. 3 Cir. 12/11/13); 132 So. 3d 971
Case dismissed in favor of our clients.
Quebedeaux v. Guillory, 2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 27124 (W.D. La. Jan. 31, 2013)
Case dismissed in favor of our client
Webb v. Lasalle, 2012 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 170572, 2012 WL 6061738 (W.D. La. Nov. 30, 2012)
Case dismissed in favor of client
Education
2000
Roger Williams University, Ralph R. Papitto School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Westminster College (Fulton)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Psychology Day
Beyond Law and Order: Illusions of the “Real” Profession of Law
2015
Local Government Law, What Attorneys Need to Know
Government Immunity and Ethics
2014
CLE
The Paperless Law Office
2014
Advanced Police Liability Claims
Search and Seizure / Off-Duty Activities
Publications
2015
National Business Institute Seminar
Government Immunity and Ethics
2014
Advanced Police Liability Claims
Search and Seizure / Off-Duty Activities
Languages
English