Clayburn Curtis
Partner
(405) 250 6769
claycurtis@overmanlegal.com
Clayburn T. Curtis completed his Bachelor’s in Economics at Oklahoma State University with minors in Philosophy and Sociology before earning his law degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2011. During law school, he received honors such as an academic achievement award in Criminal Procedure and multiple appearances on the honor roll. Actively involved in the Criminal Defense Clinic, Clay provided pro bono representation and participated in moot court and various intramurals. He also gained experience in medical malpractice defense at Wiggins Sewell and Ogletree.
He furthered his education at the Trial Lawyers College and completed specialized training in criminal defense and crime scene investigation. Following his tenure at the Public Defender’s Office, Clay joined the Buxton Law Group, focusing on personal injury, wrongful death, and civil rights claims, before founding his own firm, Clay Curtis Law PLLC, specializing in criminal defense. He later established Overman Legal Group and Climb-Collective. Known for his fierce advocacy and dedication to justice, Clay treats his clients as friends and has resolved over 2500 criminal cases. In 2019, he was awarded the Clarence Darrow Award by his peers, recognizing him as the Criminal Defense Lawyer of the Year in Oklahoma.
Education, Bar Admission & Awards
- B.A., Oklahoma State University; Economics
- J.D., University of Oklahoma College of Law
- Admitted to the Bar since 2011
- Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming
- Clarence Darrow Award for outstanding trial advocacy, recognizing Clay as the Criminal Defense Lawyer of the year in the State of Oklahoma.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Defense
- Homicide Defense
- Trial Lawyer
- Civil Rights Claims
- Drug Trafficking Cases
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