M. Clay Fostel

M. Clay Fostel

also known as Clay Fostel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Mesothelioma and asbestos Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Mesothelioma & Asbestos, Wrongful Death, Trucking Accident ... +2 more

3131 Eastside St. Suite 440, Houston, TX

About M. Clay

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Contingency

35%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in New Mexico for 8 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 24 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2001

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Fostel Law Firm

3131 Eastside St. Suite 440, Houston, TX, 77098

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M. Clay Fostel's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brad | January 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Detailed

Mr. Fostel took on our personal injury case and was very knowledgeable of the law across multiple States. His knowledge of the law and persistence to hold those accountable makes him the best attorney that I have personally ever met. He is very detailed and very good at communicating on everything ...going on with your case. If you find yourself needing a personal injury attorney, look no further than the Fostel Law Firm.

Posted by Kathleen | January 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Personal Injury Case

I suffer from several, chronic health conditions, as a result of negligence. I was led to Mr. Fostel's law firm by the grace of God. Throughout the entirety of my case, Mr. Fostel was honest, thorough, compassionate, and patient with me. He kept me informed, so that I always knew what to expect ahead... of time. He has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the law. During the time that Mr. Fostel was working on my personal injury case, he always made himself available to answer any questions and/or concerns that I had. I believe wholeheartedly, that choosing Mr. Fostel to represent me, is the reason that I had such a positive outcome. I will definitely refer Mr. Fostel to family members and friends that are in need of an attorney, who has good character and integrity.

Posted by Valerie | June 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Informative, compassionate attorney

Mr. Fostel recently represented me in a personal injury auto accident. He informed me of my options every step along the way while being extremely compassionate to the needs of myself and my family. I would without hesitation recommend him to anyone looking for excellence in an attorney.

Posted by Jory | March 27, 2017 | Mesothelioma & Asbestos

Experienced Mesothelioma Attorney

Clay Fostel has over 15 years of experience working on behalf of hardworking American families who, through no fault of their own, have become the victims of mesothelioma, an asbestos-caused cancer. Mr. Fostel has successfully helped mesothelioma victims across the country to recover for their serio...us injuries.

Posted by Randall | July 13, 2015 | Mesothelioma & Asbestos

Mesothelioma Case

We used Clay Fostel to represent my father in a mesothelioma case. Clay was recommended by a business associate. Upon meeting Clay, he is informative and knowledgeable about the topic. The firm he works with is also extremely knowelegable on the topic. Once we hired Clay, he was working on the ca...se in very quick fashion. He answers all questions, returns phone calls and emails in very timely fashion. Has no problem meeting in person meaning he has to travel from Houston to your home. He is very helpful in trying to explain the details of the case to you. In the end, he was prepared, informative and ultimately successful. Besides being a good lawyer he is a good family man. We also got to know him on a personal level. He showed interest in my dad more than just being a client. Clay exhibited compassion and concern for what my dad was going through. With his experience in dealing mesothelioma patients, he was able to share some experiences and details that we were curious about. Our dad and family would strongly recommend using Clay Fostel.

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M. Clay Fostel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Barrett Naman

Litigation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have personally seen Mr. Fostel's strong advocacy and incredible compassion for his clients combine to produce amazing results for his clients."

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Lou Black

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I whole-heartedly endorse, Clay. He is a fantastic advocate for his clients, and he truly cares about them. He is thorough in his work up of cases. He is very personable. We love working with Clay and will do so again!"

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Philip Kanayan

Unknown lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse and respect this lawyer. Clay is a gifted litigator and a good person."

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Shane Boasberg

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Howell

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An attorney of the highest caliber. Excellent."

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Jonathan Howell

Unknown lawyer

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Troy Chandler

Personal injury lawyer

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Philip Kanayan

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer

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Devin McNulty

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer

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Jory Lange

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer

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Lindsey Cheek

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer

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Philip Hoffman

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer

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Randy Gori

Mesothelioma and asbestos lawyer

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W. Lanier

Personal injury lawyer

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Sam Taylor

Personal injury lawyer

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Alex Barlow

Personal injury lawyer

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Jason Beale

Litigation lawyer

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Aaron Heckaman

Personal injury lawyer

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Alex Brown

Litigation lawyer

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J. McMullen

Litigation lawyer

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Randall Bullock

Litigation lawyer

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Benjamin Schmickle

Personal injury lawyer

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Shane Boasberg

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Texas Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2019

Top Attorneys in Texas, The American Registry

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2004

Top 100 Verdicts, ALM

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, The Fostel Law Firm

2018 - Present

Of Counsel, The Cheek Law Firm

2009 - 2018

Managing Attorney- Asbestos Section, The Lanier Law Firm

2002 - 2009

Attorney, Heard, Robins, Cloud, Greenwood & Lubel

Associations

2018 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

State Bar of New Mexico

Member

2012 - Present

American Association for Justice

member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2001 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Tassin v. Ametek, inc., Et Al Eldridge v. McCarty Corporation, Et Al Kingery v. AO Smith Corporation, Et Al.

Settled

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Education

1999

South Texas College of Law

1997

Trinity College Dublin Faculty of Law

Summer Degree

1996

Southern Methodist University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

LSBA 23rd Annual Admiralty Symposium

Mesothelioma Victims in Maritime Setting

Languages

English

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