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 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Daniel S | May 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

5 Stars!!!

Mr. Clayton helped me out with my case was really great to work with ... really put my mind at ease during the consultation ... the outcome was better then i expected he really went above and beyond ... i would def recomend his services to anyone in need ...5 Stars!!!

Posted by Maria | August 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend

Michael Clayton told me during my initial consultation that he would handle every aspect of my case and he did exactly that. I experienced immediate positive results. It was very obvious to me that he was personally involved in resolving my legal problems in an expeditious and fair way thus resultin...g in the least cumbersome and less expensive situation for me. If you want an attorney that "Walks the Talk", than he is the attorney for you.

Posted by Peter Espinoza | September 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great law firm !!!

Michael and his associates will speak to you with the truth from the very beggining . I had a total of 6 speeding tickets, and 4 tickets driving with a suspended license. I was sentenced to 120 days in jail prior to talking with this law firm , they re opened my case, walked with me step by step and... didn't see one day in jail! I am very happy with Michael and his firm and i can assure that you will too!

Posted by Mabery | June 30, 2015

Honest & Upfront! Highly Recommend!

Told us upfront of what to expect, what he thought he could do for us regarding the situation and what costs would be associated. Most importantly, he made it happen. He & his team was readily available by email &/or phone when needed and he was always very clear in the communication process. He wen...t above and beyond. Would recommend his services to others and use him again to represent us if needed. Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Great lawyer! Thank you!

Michael Clayton helped me tremendously throughout the entire case. He was always willing to listen and took time to review and study my case. I was very happy to see him so willing to defend me. He told me from the beginning he was certain I would be found not guilty. He is always easy to contact and... he really boosted my confidence when I felt overwhelmed. Once I hired him the court case sped up quickly and finally I started to see a lot of progress. At the end of the trial I finally got to hear the words “Not Guilty”. It was a HUGE sense of relief and I am very impressed with how I was represented!

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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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