Clements, Merritt
E-mail: mclements@raylaw.com
Phone: (210) 820-8435
Office Location: San Antonio, TX
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Merritt is a highly respected attorney with specialized expertise in personal injury trial law, as recognized by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. His board certification in Personal Injury Trial Law demonstrates his advanced knowledge and skills in this complex area. As a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, Merritt is part of an esteemed organization that promotes excellence in trial advocacy
With licenses to practice in both Texas and New Mexico, Merritt's practice spans multiple jurisdictions, allowing him to effectively represent clients across state lines. His dual focus on commercial litigation and personal injury litigation enables him to navigate a wide range of legal issues.
Merritt's reputation as a top attorney is further underscored by his inclusion in:
- Best Lawyers in America: Recognized for his expertise in Commercial Litigation
- Texas Super Lawyers: Selected for Personal Injury Litigation since 2009, demonstrating his consistent excellence in this field
These accolades reflect Merritt's dedication to delivering high-quality representation and his commitment to staying at the forefront of his profession.
- Licensed in Texas, New Mexico and D.C.
- Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- Texas Super Lawyer - Personal Injury Litigation
- Named in Best Lawyers in America - Commercial Litigation
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- Texas Pattern Jury Charge Committee (General Negligence)
- Texas State Bar Grievance Committee
- American Inns of Court
- Shareholder
Curriculum Vitae
Areas of Practice
Education
- University of Texas at Austin - B.A. - 1983
- University of Texas School of Law - 1987
- University of Texas School of Law - 1987
Honors and Awards
- Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- Best Lawyers in America (Commercial Litigation)
- Texas Super Lawyer (Personal Injury Litigation)
- Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- Best Lawyers in America (Commercial Litigation)
- Texas Super Lawyer (Personal Injury Litigation)
- Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
- American Board of Trial Advocates
Professional Memberships and Activities
- American Bar Association
- Texas State Bar
- New Mexico State Bar
- District of Columbia Bar Association
- Federal Bar Association
- San Antonio Bar Association
- Texas Bar Foundation - Sustaining Life Fellow
- San Antonio Bar Foundation - Sustaining Life Fellow
- National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel
- American Inns of Court – William Sessions Chapter
- Texas State Bar Grievance Committee (Dist. 10) - 1999-2002, 2018 - present
- Texas Pattern Jury Charge Committee (General Negligence) - 2018 - present
- Texas State Bar
- New Mexico State Bar
- District of Columbia Bar Association
- Federal Bar Association
- San Antonio Bar Association
- Texas Bar Foundation - Sustaining Life Fellow
- San Antonio Bar Foundation - Sustaining Life Fellow
- National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel
- American Inns of Court – William Sessions Chapter
- Texas State Bar Grievance Committee (Dist. 10) - 1999-2002, 2018 - present
- Texas Pattern Jury Charge Committee (General Negligence) - 2018 - present
Court Admissions
- United States Supreme Court
- Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Federal District Courts for the Western, Northern and Southern Districts of Texas
- All state courts in Texas and New Mexico
- Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Federal District Courts for the Western, Northern and Southern Districts of Texas
- All state courts in Texas and New Mexico
Professional Experience
With licenses to practice in both Texas and New Mexico, Merritt's practice spans multiple jurisdictions, allowing him to effectively represent clients across state lines. His dual focus on commercial litigation and personal injury litigation enables him to navigate a wide range of legal issues.
Merritt's reputation as a top attorney is further underscored by his inclusion in:
- Best Lawyers in America: Recognized for his expertise in Commercial Litigation
- Texas Super Lawyers: Selected for Personal Injury Litigation since 2009, demonstrating his consistent excellence in this field
These accolades reflect Merritt's dedication to delivering high-quality representation and his commitment to staying at the forefront of his profession.
Merritt's reputation as a top attorney is further underscored by his inclusion in:
- Best Lawyers in America: Recognized for his expertise in Commercial Litigation
- Texas Super Lawyers: Selected for Personal Injury Litigation since 2009, demonstrating his consistent excellence in this field
These accolades reflect Merritt's dedication to delivering high-quality representation and his commitment to staying at the forefront of his profession.
- Product Liability
- Professional Malpractice
- Transportation
- Commercial Litigation
- Personal Injury
- Civil Litigation Defense
- Wrongful Death
- Fiduciary Litigation
- Trademark and Copyright Litigation