Clayton Trial Lawyers PL

William R. Clayton, founder of Clayton Trial Lawyers in Fort Lauderdale, is a distinguished attorney with over 16 years of experience in personal injury law. He has tried more than 100 cases in state and federal courts, securing over $150 million in jury verdicts. Notably, he achieved a $70 million verdict for a medical laboratory, earning commendation from the presiding judge for his “brilliant” trial skills. Mr. Clayton is board-certified in both Civil Trial Law and Business Litigation by The Florida Bar, a distinction held by a select few attorneys in the state. His academic credentials include a J.D. from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and a B.S. with distinction from Northwestern University. Throughout his career, he has been recognized by esteemed publications such as The Best Lawyers in America and Florida Trend’s “Legal Elite.” Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Clayton is actively involved in professional organizations, having served as President of the Fort Lauderdale Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates and as a board member of the Broward County Bar Association.