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About Thomas A. Clayton at a glance
Thomas A. Clayton is a Dist. Atty. Off. based in Las Vegas, New Mexico. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1991) and U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico (1992). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1991) and New Mexico Highlands University (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Las Vegas, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Thomas A. Clayton is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal defense, personal injury
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from New Mexico Highlands University in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Thomas practices in Las Vegas, NM
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas A. Clayton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
Thomas A. Clayton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Mexico →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Thomas A. Clayton is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in New Mexico →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Thomas A. Clayton is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in New Mexico →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in New Mexico
Practicing law in New Mexico. Legal matters in New Mexico are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Las Vegas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Mexico state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Mexico 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 New Mexico courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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