Atty. John David Claypool

Atty. John David Claypool

Atty. John David Claypool is a lawyer practicing personal injury, mediation, municipal law and 8 other areas of law.

Appleton Appleton 38 Years Experience 38 year
Call (224) 561-0376

Profile Summary

About John David Claypool at a glance

John David Claypool is a Member based in Appleton, Wisconsin, practicing at Herrling Clark Law Firm Ltd.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1988) and Indiana (2010). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1988) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Wisconsin Association for Justice (Member, Board of Directors, Program Committee) National Board of Trial Advocacy. Serves clients in Appleton, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. John David Claypool is a lawyer practicing personal injury, mediation, municipal law and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices at Herrling Clark Law Firm Ltd. in Appleton, WI

Practice Areas Explained

John David Claypool's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John David Claypool handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Truck Accidents

John David Claypool is one of 4,423 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Wisconsin →

Wrongful Death

John David Claypool is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Wisconsin →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John David Claypool is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Wisconsin →

Motorcycle Accidents

John David Claypool is one of 9,889 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Wisconsin →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

John David Claypool is one of 9,211 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John David Claypool

Where is John David Claypool's law office located?
John David Claypool's law practice is located in Appleton, Wisconsin. The firm is Herrling Clark Law Firm Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Claypool handle?
John David Claypool focuses on truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has John David Claypool practiced law?
John David Claypool has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John David Claypool go to law school?
John David Claypool earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact John David Claypool for a consultation?
You can contact John David Claypool 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.
What awards or recognition has John David Claypool received?
John David Claypool's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin
- 1988
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1988
Indiana
Admitted: 2010

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