Atty. Clayton James Crates

Atty. Clayton James Crates

Clayton James Crates is a lawyer practicing assault and battery, burglary, criminal appeals and 31 other areas of law. Clayton received a B.A. degree from Wittenberg University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Defiance Defiance 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (419) 769-8136 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Clayton James Crates at a glance

Clayton James Crates is a Partner based in Defiance, Ohio, practicing at Arthur Law Firm Co., L.P.A.. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, criminal defense, family law, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2008). Educated at The University of Toledo College of Law (J.D., 2008) and Wittenberg University (B.A. English, 2005). Serands clients in Defiance, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Clayton James Crates is a lawyer practicing assault and battery, burglary, criminal appeals and 31 other areas of law
  • Clayton received a B.A. degree from Wittenberg University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Clayton practices at Arthur Law Firm Co., L.P.A. in Defiance, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Clayton James Crates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Clayton James Crates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

Find experienced DUI and DWI defense attorneys near you. Compare verified profiles, read client reviews, and consult about your case for free.

Clayton James Crates is one of 29,976 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Ohio →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Clayton James Crates is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Clayton James Crates is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Clayton James Crates is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

Juvenile Law

Clayton James Crates is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Defiance are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Ohio attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Defiance or all attorneys in Ohio.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Clayton James Crates

Where is Clayton James Crates's law office located?
Clayton James Crates's law practice is located in Defiance, Ohio. The firm is Arthur Law Firm Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clayton James Crates handle?
Clayton James Crates focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, criminal defense, family law, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Clayton James Crates practiced law?
Clayton James Crates has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Clayton James Crates go to law school?
Clayton James Crates earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. English, 2005).
How can I contact Clayton James Crates for a consultation?
You can contact Clayton James Crates directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
The University of Toledo College of Law
- 2008
B.A. English
Wittenberg University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2008

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.