Michael Bryan Clayton

Michael Bryan Clayton

also known as Mike Clayton, Michael B. Clayton

4.7
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Santa Maria, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

400 East Orange Street, Santa Maria, CA

About Michael

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arkansas for 37 years

State: Arkansas

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Michael B. Clayton and Associates

400 East Orange Street, Santa Maria, CA, 93454-5733

Michael B. Clayton and Associates

410 E. Ocean Ave., Lompoc, CA, 93436

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Michael Bryan Clayton's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Miguel | September 12, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Career and life saver!!!

Hi everyone I would like to thank Mr. Clayton and I wish to share the story of how he helped me get my life back. I recently graduated college as a teacher and was looking to starting my carrier here in the central coast. With only a month of being here I found myself in problems with the police and ...the charge of furnishing alcohol to a minor a misdemeanor charge. Unfortunately this charge threw my chances of being in the education system and all my hard work to the trash, this charge also in reality did not reflect the person I was. I was lost, sad and disappointed I had no idea what to do or where to go. I want to say God helped me because I walked into Mr. Michael Clayton's office in reality expecting to hear the worse. Mr. Clayton was very professional and I believe took my case to heart as he promised to help me and that he did he lowered my charges to an infraction and thanks to him I know have an opportunity to be a great educator and I feel like if he gave me a second chance. I want to thank Mr. Clayton and I would recommend him to anyone who finds themselves in a time of need.

Posted by Heath Burinda | July 11, 2013 | Criminal Defense

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From the moment I hired Mr. Clayton to defend me, I was confident I had made a good choice. Mr. Clayton & Mr. Rydell faught for me and achieved an outcome that was even better than I expected. They are men of thier word and in this day & age, that quality is becoming harder and harder to find. I wou...ld recommend Michael Clayton & Associate's to anyone in need of a defense attorney.

Posted by Marjorie | September 20, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

My very positive experience with Michael Clayton as my attorney

Michael Clayton represented me during the traumatic process of filing bankruptcy. He was knowledgeable, responsive and compassionate. His advise was sound and when a problem arose he was an advocate for me and his intervention allowed me to retain an asset that enables me to continue to live ind...ependently at age 80.

Posted by Steven | July 26, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Between a rock & a hard place!

I obtained Mr. Clayton's services after fleeing the state on my case due to finances and being a single father. Mr. Clayton was able to pull my warrants and get my sentence reduced down to EM, when I was looking at jail time originally. He was receptive to not only my needs but my children's as well.... I've had 2 attorney's prior to Mr. Clayton for other issues, but Mr. Clayton is the only attorney that had truly been committed to his duty and services to you and at a reasonable fee. Hands down, great attorney! Thank you Mr. Clayton!!

Posted by cole | April 06, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Great Work!

February 10th 2011. I was charged with a crime that could have landed me in a State Penitentiary for the rest of my life. I then brought Michael Clayton Law Firm on to represent me. After 4 years of fighting for me I was given a fair deal. They have saved my life. I'm 20 years old and get to see the ...world again because of them. If I ever needed legal help I would call Michael Clayton. They work for you and keep you with a peace of mind the whole time. They are amazing. cole

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Education

1988

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Leflar Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of Arkansas

BS - Bachelor of Science

1984

University of Arkansas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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