Atty. Thomas Ashton Clute

Atty. Thomas Ashton Clute

Thomas Ashton Clute is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, drug crimes, juvenile criminal law and 32 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from California State University, Chico in 1983, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Forest Ranch Forest Ranch 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Thomas Ashton Clute at a glance

Thomas Ashton Clute is an Attorney based in Forest Ranch, California, practicing at Law Office Of T A Clute. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, criminal defense, and white collar. Admitted to practice in California (1993). Educated at California Northern School of Law, Chico (J.D., 1992) and California State University, Chico (B.A., 1983). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers California Attorneys for Criminal Justice California Public Defenders Association Butte County Bar Association. Serands clients in Forest Ranch, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Ashton Clute is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, drug crimes, juvenile criminal law and 32 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from California State University, Chico in 1983, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Thomas practices at Law Office of T.A
  • Clute in Forest Ranch, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Ashton Clute's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Ashton Clute handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Forest Ranch are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Ashton Clute

Where is Thomas Ashton Clute's law office located?
Thomas Ashton Clute's law practice is located in Forest Ranch, California. The firm is Law Office Of T A Clute. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Ashton Clute handle?
Thomas Ashton Clute focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Ashton Clute practiced law?
Thomas Ashton Clute has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Thomas Ashton Clute go to law school?
Thomas Ashton Clute earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Thomas Ashton Clute for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
California Northern School of Law, Chico
- 1992
B.A.
California State University, Chico
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993

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