Utah Criminal Defense Attorney Clayton Simms has more than two decades of courtroom experience and has been recognized by Super Lawyers, the National Trial Lawyers Association and Utah Business Magazine as an elite attorney. Known for his aggressive advocacy and strategic approach, he has defended clients in thousands of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors like Misdemeanor DUI’s to high-profile felony murder trials.
Clayton graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Business Administration, then graduated from the University of Utah, College of Law. Following law school, he dedicated his career to criminal defense, quickly building a reputation as one of Utah’s most skilled trial lawyers. Clayton’s ability to dissect complex legal issues, challenge unconstitutional searches, and persuasively present cases before juries has earned him recognition among peers and clients alike.
Clayton is frequently invited to comment on legal issues in the media and has been featured on national outlets including CNN, Fox News, and Court TV, where his legal insight has been trusted in discussions of high-profile cases.
Beyond his courtroom work, Clayton is committed to protecting constitutional rights and ensuring that every client receives a fair trial. His dedication to justice and relentless pursuit of favorable outcomes have made him one of Utah’s top-rated criminal defense attorneys.
When he’s not in trial, Clayton enjoys mentoring young lawyers, contributing to legal education and has presented at the University of Utah College of Law, Brigham Young University College of Law, the University of Iowa and at the Utah State Bar Convention.
