Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Clinton Butler has joined the firm as a partner in the Trial & Appellate Litigation practice, based in our San Antonio office. Clinton focuses on litigation and transactional matters related to oil and gas development, representing landowners in negotiations involving oil and gas leases, pipeline and surface use easements, and water use agreements.
“Clinton’s experience in oil and gas litigation, along with his ability to handle complex commercial disputes, makes him a valuable addition to our team,” said W. Ross Forbes, Jr., chair of Jackson Walker’s Trial & Appellate Litigation practice. “His approach and dedication to client success align with our firm’s commitment to delivering top-tier legal services. We are excited to welcome him aboard.”
“His approach and dedication to client success align with our firm’s commitment to delivering top-tier legal services.”
His practice also includes commercial, construction, and fiduciary litigation, where he represents a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small business owners and individuals. Before entering private practice, Clinton served as a prosecutor in the Bexar County and Travis County District Attorney’s Offices, where he tried numerous cases to verdict. His background in prosecution provides him with valuable trial experience that informs his litigation practice.
On his decision to join Jackson Walker, Clinton shared, “Jackson Walker’s reputation for excellence in litigation and deep roots in San Antonio and across Texas made this an easy decision. I look forward to working with this outstanding team and continuing to serve my clients with the highest level of advocacy.”
Clinton earned his B.A. from Baylor University and his J.D. from Baylor Law School.
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