Practice Areas:
Casualty and Personal Injury Litigation; Commercial Litigation; Insurance Coverage; First and Third-Party Insurance Defense Litigation; Personal Injury; Trucking Industry Litigation
Courts of Admission:
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Illinois
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Kansas
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Missouri
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Missouri Court of Appeals Western District
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United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois
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United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
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United States District Court for the Southern District of Illinois
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United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri
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United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri
Professional Organizations:
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DRI
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Illinois Defense Counsel –
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Tort Law Committee 2023 Vice Chair, 2024 Chair, 2025 Vice Chair
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Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers
Clinton Turley is a trial attorney who has built his practice around trusted relationships — in the courtroom and with clients. Since joining the firm in 2012, Clinton has handled a wide range of civil litigation, including personal injury defense, trucking litigation, insurance coverage, breach of contract, and construction claims.
Well-versed in Missouri personal injury and civil procedure, Clinton has tried numerous jury trials to verdict and secured favorable rulings on dispositive motions across Missouri circuit and appellate courts. He brings practical, strategic insight to every case — skills sharpened through continued participation in conferences and seminars throughout the country.
In 2020, Clinton opened the firm’s St. Louis office after practicing in the firm’s Kansas City office. He continues to serve clients throughout the Midwest, with a particular focus on defending people and companies in complex litigation.
Clinton earned his law degree from the University of Missouri School of Law, where he competed on the trial team and was active in litigation-focused programs such as the Elwood L. Thomas Inn of Court and the Landlord/Tenant Litigation Practicum. Before law school, he earned a business degree from Mizzou, with a minor in Spanish.
Outside the office, Clinton is a devoted sports fan who follows the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and University of Missouri Tigers. He enjoys cycling, traveling, and exploring local breweries. Clinton lives in the St. Louis area with his wife, Deb, their three sons — Elijah, Walter, and Arlo — and their dog, Ozzie. He remains proud of his pro bono work and involvement in non-profit organizations.
Community Involvement:
Dad, Esq. – Advisory Board
Lugnut Foundation – Founder and President
Missouri High School Mock Trial –
Volunteer Judge
Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center –
Parent Board
United Hebrew Congregation –
Cantor Transition Committee
Notable Cases
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April 2025 – Clinton Turley and Jacob Cundiff obtained a verdict for significantly less than their client previously offered. Plaintiffs were husband and wife and the husband alleged a significant Traumatic Brain Injury. Plaintiffs put on evidence of alleged economic damages between $5.38 million and $6.2 million and asked the jury to return a verdict of between $9 million and $11.5 million. The jury returned a verdict for $550,000.
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May 2024 – Clinton Turley and Payton Anderson obtained a defense verdict in a disputed fault head on collision case. Plaintiff asked for almost $1.25M in closing argument. The jury returned a verdict of no fault on either party, resulting in a judgment for defendant.
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February 2022 – Clinton Turley and Kevin Looby obtain jury verdict for less than previously filed Offer of Judgment in rear-end collision. The jury assessed 30% fault to Plaintiff and returned a defense verdict as to a loss of consortium claim.
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November 2020 – Clinton Turley obtains complete dismissal of three clients in automobile negligence case. Plaintiff alleged general negligence as to the client-driver and negligent entrustment as to the vehicle owner clients.
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April 2020 – Ian Bartalos, Clinton Turley and Thomas Golson obtain favorable rulings on Motion for Summary Judgment and Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings for client accused of Missouri Merchandising Practices Act violations wherein plaintiff sought nearly $1M in damages.
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October 2017 – Michael McCausland and Clinton Turley obtain defense verdict in defense of driver accused of negligence in T-bone accident at an intersection controlled by four-way stop.
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July 2017 – Michael McCausland and Clinton Turley obtain second largest defense verdict ($10M value) in Missouri for 2017. Plaintiff brought suit for wrongful death alleging negligent entrustment against the client-vehicle owner.
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May 2017 – Ian Bartalos and Clinton Turley secure defense verdict in defense of driver on pedestrian accident.
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November 2016 – Ian Bartalos and Clinton Turley obtain summary judgment and complete dismissal of all claims against land-owner client regarding ATV accident. Plaintiff alleged negligent supervision and premises liability.
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August 2015 – Michael McCausland, Jim Putnam and Clinton Turley obtain complete dismissal for insurance company client after favorable rulings on Motion to Enforce Settlement, Motion for Summary Judgment and Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings. Jim Putnam argued the case on appeal and the Court of Appeals unanimously affirmed.
