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Clayton J. Callen

Clayton J. Callen

Partner
Phone:512-874-3858

Clayton Callen is a seasoned trial lawyer and litigator who defends companies in complex and high-stakes product liability, commercial and catastrophic injury litigation. His experience includes representing automobile, commercial truck, heavy equipment, ATV and consumer product manufacturers and sellers.

In the automotive industry, Clayton has handled cases involving a wide range of defect allegations, including cases involving vehicle structure, seat belts, child seats, airbags, alleged unintended acceleration, engine emissions systems and battery fires. Clayton is also well-versed and experienced in litigation involving emerging technology such as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Electric Vehicles (EVs). His technical knowledge and ability to clearly and persuasively communicate complex issues to the jury allows Clayton to vigorously defend his clients’ products.

Clayton has represented clients and tried cases in state and federal courts across the country. He regularly handles cases involving catastrophic construction accidents and breach of contract claims. His proven record demonstrates that he and his team work tirelessly to manage all aspects of complex and high-exposure litigation. This includes managing nationwide litigation for a Fortune 500 manufacturing company and trying bellwether jury trials. In addition to his trial court practice, Clayton has significant appellate court experience, including presenting appellate oral argument in five different states. He also has extensive experience advising clients in mediation and arbitration proceedings.

 

Bar Admissions

  • Missouri
  • Texas

Court Admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
  • US Court of Appeals Eighth Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri

  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin

Education

  • University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law, J.D.

    cum laude 

    Editorial Board, UMKC Law Review

    Federalist Society, Chairman

    National Moot Court Team

  • Southwest Baptist University, B.S.

    magna cum laude

    Major: Political Science & Government

Distinctions

    • Best Lawyers
      —Listed in Litigation: Personal Injury Litigation: Defendants, 2024 – 2025
    • Super Lawyers Magazine
      —Texas Rising Stars, 2012 – 2014, 2016 – 2017

Recent Verdicts & Case Studies


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Speaking Engagements

  • “Heavy Lifting to Avoid Legal Pitfalls,” Co-Presenter, Tower Cranes North America Conference, June 2024