Attorney Clayton D. Campbell graduated with honors from the Oak Brook College of Law in 2002. He spent the first four years of his legal career working for two Bakersfield law firms handling various civil and administrative matters.
In 2007 he opened his own law practice, the Campbell Law Firm, and practiced primarily criminal defense law in Kern County before forming Campbell Whitten, PC, with his long time friend and fellow criminal defense attorney Jesse Whitten in December of 2012. Clayton has developed a rapport with local prosecutors and a reputation among judges, defense attorneys, and prosecutors as a skilled trial lawyer.
Clayton is an active member of the California bar, the Wisconsin bar, and the Kern County Bar Association. He is involved in various online legal communities including America's DUI and DWI Attorneys, National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, and Bakersfield Business Professionals.
Practice areas
19 years
19 years
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WI | Good Standing | 2006 | 11/17/2020 |
CA | Active | 2002 | 10/27/2020 |
Legal answers | 6 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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CTM | Toastmasters International | 2000 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Campbell Whitten, Criminal Defense | 2013 - Present |
Attorney | Campbell Law Firm | 2007 - 2012 |
Attorney | Hanna/Brophy | 2004 - 2006 |
Attorney | Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance | 2002 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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State Bar of Wisconsin, Criminal Law Section | N/A | N/A |
Kern County Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
Oak Brook College of Law Alumni Association | Member | N/A |
Kern County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section | Board Member | 2003 - 2005 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Oak Brook College of Law & Gov't Policy | N/A | 2002 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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MCLE Seminar | What Every Attorney Should Know About Criminal Law | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People vs. McQuiller | Hung jury on all counts followed by very favorable plea bargain |
People vs. Jones | Acquittal |
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Blake Harris, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 22, 2019
Relationship: Other
I met Clayton over a year ago through friends. After talking with him, I can honestly say Clayton is an aggressive attorney who fights for each one of his clients. He's sees his clients as actual people who are in rough situations instead of just another number like other attorneys. I endorse Clayton!
Joel Campbell, Workers compensation Attorney on Aug 20, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I've known Clayton for years, and can highly recommend him in the area of workers' compensation law. He is knowledgeable and skilled in this very technical area of law and is determined to provide the best possible representation to his clients. I've referred clients to him in the Bakersfield area and they've been exceedingly satisfied with his services.
Christopher Martens, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 19, 2014
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. A personal friend and a great lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on May 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Clayton. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Alexander Harper, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 25, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
As a prosecutor, I came to know Mr. Campbell as a formidable defense attorney. He is known for working very hard for his clients. He is one of the most intelligent and resourceful criminal defense attorneys in Kern County. I recommend him very highly.
Jeffrey Hsu, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
I have worked with Mr. Campbell in the past and he exhibits unparalleled professionalism in his dealings with clients and other attorneys. I endorse Mr. Campbell without hesitation.
I endorse this lawyer.