Clay Hernandez

Clay Hernandez

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 39 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tucson, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

455 W Paseo Redondo, Tucson, AZ

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 39 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 34 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1991

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative

No misconduct found

Location

Hernandez & Hamilton PC

455 W Paseo Redondo, Tucson, AZ, 85701-8254

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Clay Hernandez's Reviews

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Posted by Kenny | July 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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Mr Hernandez is an extremely knowledgeable lawyer who has helped me a great amount ! In 2016 I was indicted with 8 pretty big drug charges I spent 20 days in Florence fighting bail . He was able to get me bail, thanks to that my life changed for the better I am still on pretrial i got sentenced early... June 2018 for one charge only , I got the very minimal time after I was looking at years and years of prison . I have to self surrender late July to a facility close to home where my family will be able to visit weekly . Thanks to Mr Hernandez I’ll be able to move on from this with my head High and continue looking forward to a bright future !

Posted by Eric | December 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

His pragmatism goes a long way

Clay defended me for three DUI arrests many years ago. He made no unrealistic promises, and he navigated through my cases with marvelous precision. His patience, sensibility and reasoning resulted in an outcome far less severe than what any highly advertised lawyer could have provided. If you're fac...ing criminal charges, call this guy first.

Posted by Lorenzo | March 26, 2014 | Criminal Defense

You won't find a better Criminal Lawyer in Tucson

Clay is one of the best attorney's in Tucson. He handled my case in a quick and professional manner, and was able to resolve the issues with very little cost to me. I would recommend Clay to anyone who may need a Criminal Lawyer, period... with out question.

Posted by Joleen | May 21, 2012

The Best Lawyer covering all of Az

Unfortunatly I have had to use Clay 2 times. With that said I learned how knowledgable he was the1st time around and hired him a 2nd time. He really worked for us and always kept us infomed through out the whole court process. Ive since been very pleased with the out come of both of my boyfriends cas...es. Clay is a blessing to our family. Thank you Clay for all youve done..

Posted by Glen | October 17, 2010

One of the best laywers out there!

Clay Hernandez is a Knight in shinning Armour! He came to the rescue of me and my family when we needed it the most. I could of not found a better fit for my case. Him and his staff we so attentive to mine and my family needs it was like they treated us like we were family! I greatly appreciate the w...ork him and his staff did for us!.I can honestly say if you are ever in a bind and has to fight you need Clay Hernandez in you corner!!!

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Clay Hernandez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Carol Lamoureux

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Clay. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Charles Smith

Unknown lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Clay for all criminal law needs. I've known Clay for longer than he has been practicing law, and he has helped many of my clients and family members over the years. Clay is thoughtful, straight forward and driven to provide all of his clients with the best representation available."

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Carol Lamoureux

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Joshua Hamilton

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top Tucson Lawyer, Tucson Lifestyle Magazine

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Law Office of Hernandez & Hamilton PC

1993 - 2015

Partner, Law Office of Clay Hernandez, PC

1990 - 1993

Attorney, Federal Defender Office

1986 - 1990

Attorney, Pima County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2001 - Present

Ducks Unlimited

Member

1998 - Present

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

Member

1998 - Present

International Commanche Society

Member

1986 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

1986 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - 2014

United States Magistrate Judge Selection Committee

Member

1997 - 1997

United States Magistrate Judge Selection Committee

Member

1996 - 1997

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Vice President

1995 - 1998

Arizona State Bar Association, Committee on Criminal Law Specialization

Board Member

Education

1986

University of Arizona College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1981

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

University of Arizona College of Law Legal Ethics for the Criminal Practitioner

2013

APDA Statewide Seminar Aggressive Discovery

Languages

Spanish

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