KENT LAW is a distinguished legal practice led by Attorney Clayton W. Kent, specializing in trial advocacy and a comprehensive range of civil litigation matters. With offices in the North Bay area serving Napa, Sonoma, and Marin counties, the firm stands out for its deep expertise in niche areas such as mortuary negligence and winery disputes, attracting clients from across the country.
The firm adopts a collaborative team approach, combining Clayton Kent’s 38 years of experience as a litigator and mediator with Trial Paralegal Julie Kent’s 32 years of expertise in legal support and trial preparation. This partnership ensures meticulous case management from initial client consultation through settlement or trial. KENT LAW represents both plaintiffs and defendants and is known for its high success rate in dispute resolution, bolstered by Clayton’s role as a Settlement Conference Panelist for the Marin County Superior Court.
Services Offered
- Trial attorney services
- General practice attorney services
- Construction litigation
- Winery and brewery disputes
- Mortuary and crematory negligence
- Wrongful death
- Elder abuse
- Real estate litigation
- Business formations
- Business disputes
- Business dissolution and buyouts
- Probate, wills, and trusts
- Estate planning
- Personal injury
- Catastrophic personal injury
- Mediation and arbitration
- Civil litigation
The firm primarily serves clients in the San Francisco North Bay area, including Napa, Sonoma, and Marin counties, though its reputation in specialized fields like mortuary negligence draws a national clientele. Clayton Kent’s extensive background includes partnerships in Southern California and Napa law firms, as well as senior trial attorney roles, reinforcing the firm’s capacity to handle complex legal challenges.
