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About Clayton
Biography
POSITION
- Shareholder - Sanders, Bruin, Coll & Worley, P.A.
ADMITTED TO BAR
- 2009 New Mexico
- 2009 U. S. District Court, District of New Mexico
EDUCATION
- Baylor University (B.B.A., 2005)
- Texas Tech University School of Law (J. D., 2009)
EMPLOYMENT
- Sanders, Bruin, Coll & Worley, P.A. (2009 – Present)
LEGAL AFFILIATIONS
- Chaves County Bar Association
- State Bar of New Mexico
- Local State Bar Pro Bono Committee
- American Bar Association
- Certified Mediator (Texas)
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Family Law
- Employment Law
- Personal Injury
- Workers Compensation
- Business/Commercial
HONORS AND AWARDS
- Top Lawyers in New Mexico by The Legal Network - 2013
- Top Lawyers in New Mexico by The Legal Network - 2014
- Top Lawyers in New Mexico by The Legal Network - 2015
- Top Lawyers in New Mexico by The Legal Network - 2016
- Top 10 Under 40 by The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys - 2015
- Top 10 Under 40 by The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys - 2016
- Top 10 Attorney Award by The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys - 2015
- Top 10 Attorney Award by The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys - 2016
- Client Satisfaction Award – American Institute of Family Lawyers - 2015
- Client Satisfaction Award – American Institute of Family Lawyers - 2016
- Avvo Clients’ Choice for Workers Compensation - 2015
- Avvo Clients’ Choice for Workers Compensation - 2016
- Avvo Clients’ Choice for Family Law - 2015
- Avvo Clients’ Choice for Family Law - 2016
- Super Lawyers' Rising Star - 2016
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
- Roswell Rotary Club
- Leadership Roswell 2010
- Teen Community Bible Study
- Sons of the Republic of Texas
Quality. Responsiveness. Results.
We FIGHT for you and your children.
We FIGHT for the Worker.
Quality. Responsiveness. Results.
Quality. Responsiveness. Results.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
25%
17 years
Family
25%
17 years
Personal Injury
25%
17 years
Workers Compensation
25%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 185-185 per hour
Contingency
10%-40%
Pro bono
10 %
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2018 2017 2016
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2
Licenses
Licensed in New Mexico for 16 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
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Recommendation (22)
Communication Style (19)
Character & Conduct (11)
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General Knowledge (9)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Andrew | May 23, 2018
PROactive
Clayton has a detailed, motivated, proactive mindset when it comes to law and evaluating your case. This became immediately obvious within the first few minutes of my initial consultation with him... which from a functional standpoint, was actually much more than a mere "consultation." Let's just s...
Posted by Li | May 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Lawyer for Carlsbad NM
He is very nice and good lawyer. I can tell he valued my opinion and explained things very well to me. He also took extra time to discuss options with me. He worked hard and fought very well for me and my case. I had another lawyer before him and was much happier with his communication and dedication...
Posted by Darlyne | December 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Family Law
Clayton was an excellent lawyer. He was very understanding and compassionate about what was best for myself as the client. In addition, he cared about the overall well being of my children and what was best for them. He is also very accommodating with scheduling and meeting the needs of his clients. ...
Posted by Marty | February 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Grandparents Rights/ Guardianship
Initially I had no clue as to a who I could use as an attorney but Mr, Hightower was highly recommended by my friend Vicki Callender.. Through my experience I have found him to be dependable and honest. I too would highly recommend Mr. Hightower to others in need of legal assistance..
Posted by Jeanette | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
South Eastern New Mexico SUPER LAWYER
I had Mr. Hightower and his team represent me in a very complicated matter for almost 3 years. He walked me through the process and did a great job explaining the why and how of trial strategy. I was very impressed with his courtroom demenior. I felt he fought for me and held them accountable every...
Clayton Scot Hightower's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Clayton has become the go-to attorney for injured workers in New Mexico. His knowledge and expertise in workers' compensation and also family law allow him to provide a unique advantage for each of his clients. He is the hardest working attorney I have ever met."
"Clayton will work hard for you. He is result-oriented from the very beginning and is very good at keeping clients informed. I endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Clayton. He makes every client feel as though they are his only client. I don't know many attorneys who work harder than he does."
"Clayton is an excellent, professional attorney. He is experienced in all areas of litigation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer—an excellent attorney!"
"Top-notch attorney. Clayton is highly respected in the legal community."
Jamie Dawson
Social Security & Disability lawyer
John Hightower
Employment and labor lawyer
Beth Hightower
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
James Mitchell
Probate lawyer
Jeremy Worley
Medical malpractice lawyer
Brett Schneider
Divorce and separation lawyer
Joseph Zebas
General practice lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
2018 New Mexico Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Top Injured Workers' Attorney, Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group
2016
Top 25 Workers Compensation Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 10 Attorney Award, The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 10 Under 40, The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Lawyers in New Mexico, The Legal Network
2015
Top 10 Attorney Award, The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
Top 10 Under 40, The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top Lawyers in New Mexico, The Legal Network
2015
Top 10 Attorney Award, The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
Top 10 Under 40, The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Top Lawyers in New Mexico, The Legal Network
2013
Top Lawyers in New Mexico, The Legal Network
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Sanders, Bruin, Coll and Worley P.A.
Associations
2016 - Present
Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy GroupRegular Member
2014 - Present
State Bar of New Mexico, Family Law SectionBoard of Directors
2014 - Present
New Mexico Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Chaves County Pro Bono CommitteeMember
2009 - Present
Chaves County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
2014 WL 7236349
Favorable
Education
2009
Texas Tech University
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Baylor University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2018
Roswell CLE
Workers Compensation from Start to Finish
2017
Roswell CLE
Workers Compensation from Start to Finish
2016
Roswell CLE
Workers Compensation from Start to Finish
Publications
2009
Amicus Curiae Brief
67 M.J. 432
Languages
English
Activity
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