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Dillon Clayton - Family Law Attorney, Los Angeles

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Dillon Clayton

About Dillon

Experience & Education

Dillon holds a Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, and Juris Doctorate from the University of Colorado. His academic foundation, combined with prior experience in complex industries, gives him a sharp understanding of the financial and strategic challenges often present in family law. He brings this insight into his legal practice, offering clients practical, results-driven solutions tailored to their unique circumstances.

Areas of Specialization

Dillon focuses on family law, with a particular emphasis on high-net-worth cases involving complex financial structures and dynamic financial arrangements. His deep understanding of business operations—rooted in prior experience with supply chains, production and distribution systems, and real estate—allows him to bring strategic, solution-oriented thinking to even the most high-conflict matters. He approaches each case with a balance of creativity and practicality, believing that the pressures of divorce require assertive but reasonable professionals to guide clients while keeping their long-term interests in focus.

In addition to complex financial matters, Dillon handles a wide range of family law issues, including parentage and custody actions, domestic violence issues, contempt proceedings, and all other aspects of family litigation. He is committed to guiding clients through difficult transitions with clarity, strength, and a results-driven mindset.

In the Community

Outside of work, Dillon loves going to LA Kings games, playing team sports, and staying active in the local legal community through bar association events. He also enjoys trying new restaurants, cooking at home, and reading. When he has time off, he prefers to travel abroad and explore new cultures, which brings balance and perspective to his personal life and legal practice.

Languages Spoken

English
German

Services Offered

Child Support

Make sure your child gets the financial support they need — whether you're requesting, modifying, or enforcing a support order.
Child Support

Child Custody

Protect your child’s well-being with help resolving custody disputes, modifying agreements, or handling move-away cases.
Child Custody

Divorce

Navigate the complex legal, financial, and emotional aspects of divorce with experienced, strategic representation.
Divorce

Post-Judgment Modifications

Make adjustments after your case ends. Modify child custody, child support, or spousal support orders and more.
Post-Judgment Modifications

Domestic Violence

Our team of seasoned domestic violence attorneys can help you take legal action with confidence, find clarity, and move forward.
Domestic Violence

Paternity Actions

Establish or challenge legal parenthood to protect your rights and your child’s future.
Paternity Actions

Spousal Support

Secure fair spousal support outcomes whether establishing, mediating, or modifying spousal support.
Spousal Support

Locations Served

Los Angeles, CA
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Los Angeles, CA
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