Attorney Clay Dugas

Experienced, Dedicated & Relentless

Everyone knows that in any profession, the most trusted practitioners are those who have earned their stripes through hard work and successful outcomes. Attorney Clay Dugas is a man who fully represents that concept in the area of personal injury law. At Clay Dugas and Associates, we are proud to serve under the leadership of such an example of total commitment to the protection and well-being of our clients and our entire Southeast Texas community.

After graduating from Baylor University School of Law, Attorney Clay Dugas began practicing law in 1981. Since that time, he has gone on to achieve many successes, honors, and accolades. In 1992, he earned Board Certification in Personal Injury Trial Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization which makes him an “expert” in his field. Our firm has subsequently handled over 200 jury trials. Many of our verdicts and settlements have broken records for Southeast Texas and we take on cases have ranged from medical birth defect claims to industrial accidents, maritime incidents, multiple fatality trucking accidents, electrocutions, drownings, and falls. Mr. Dugas is especially dedicated to making America’s highways safer for all drivers by doggedly going after commercial trucking companies that break the rules and endanger the public. He specializes in personal injury cases involving 18-wheeler accidents, wrongful deaths, and workplace and industrial accidents.

In his spare time, Mr. Dugas pursues numerous charitable activities including summer youth camps, Semper Fi, Living Water, Wounded Warriors, and Family Services of Southeast Texas. Mr. Dugas has previously served on Habitat for Humanity’s Board of Directors. He is married to Shannon LeDoux Dugas, and they have four kids: Frances, Will, Alex, and Logan.

Awards & Accolades

2005: AV Preeminent® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®
2007 and 2008: American Trial Lawyer’s Association Top 100 Trial Lawyers
2008 – 2017: Texas Super Lawyers®
2014, 2015, 2017: Best Lawyers in America®
Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys Certification
Trial Lawyers Board of Regents Litigator Award
Appearing for nine consecutive years in “Record Verdicts and Settlements”
10/10 Avvo Rating
BBB Accredited Firm

Associations & Memberships

Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 1992
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Texas Trial Lawyers Association
American Association for Justice
Texas Bar Association
The Litigation Counsel of America
National Citizen’s Coalition For Nursing Home Reform
American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children

Help is just a phone call away. Contact Attorney Clay Dugas at (409) 226-0990

Focused on Our Clients

I truly don’t have the proper words other than to say thank you for allowing me to bless my children richly this year.
“We can’t begin to thank you enough for your Christmas Eve visit. In one instant, our saving goals for half the year were met... I truly don’t have the proper words other than to say thank you for allowing me to bless my children richly this year.”

Former Client
I was extremely impressed with how aggressively he pursued our case and the level of detail put forth.
“I was extremely impressed with how aggressively he pursued our case and the level of detail put forth. He took the time to explain everything and was always available when we had questions. ”

Former Client
Clay is honest and up front when conducting business.
“I had never had a very good opinion of lawyers until I meet Clay Dugas, This man changed my mind. He showed compassion and understanding and work hard for the little man. Clay is honest and up front when conducting business. ”

Mickey
What you and your staff have done for us will never be forgotten and for that we are forever grateful!
“You went above and beyond for my family and I, even in the end making sure we walked away with a fair deal. You truly are selfless, considerate, honest, and passionate. ”

Former Client
In the moment I needed help or had any concerns they were there for me instantly.
“Mr. Dugas came to the hospital to open my case and talk about what happened in the moment of the accident... In the moment I needed help or had any concerns they were there for me instantly.”

Shari