Clay Hernandez

Criminal Defense: General Practice

3.0 (1 reviews)

Tucson, Arizona

39+ years experience

Hernandez | Hamilton | Lamoureux PC

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

520-882-8823

https://hernandez-hamilton.com/our-attorneys/clay-hernandez/

455 West Paseo Redondo, Tucson, AZ 85701

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Bio

Clay Hernandez is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar.Clay, who practices law in Tucson, Arizona, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Clay is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Clay Hernandez is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar.Clay, who practices law in Tucson, Arizona, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Clay is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Clay Hernandez is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Clay, who practices law in Tucson, Arizona, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Clay is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Arizona

State Capital

Phoenix

Highest Court

Arizona Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of Arizona

Typical Consultation

$150-$350

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$600/hr

Fee Model Notes

Criminal defense matters are commonly billed flat-fee for defined phases or hourly for complex litigation.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense: General Practice

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018

Education

The University of Arizona, J.D., graduated 1986

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Reviews

Jennifer Campbell

3 months ago

Experienced and capable, but communication could improve

I hired Clay Hernandez after being charged with a complex financial crime. His 39 years of experience and recognition in white-collar defense were evident; he clearly knows the Tucson legal system inside and out. The outcome of my case was ultimately satisfactory, which I attribute to his deep knowledge. However, the process felt somewhat impersonal. There were periods where I waited days for call-backs on time-sensitive questions, and I sometimes felt like I had to push for updates. For straightforward legal matters, his competence from the University of Arizona is undeniable. But if you require frequent, proactive communication, you may need to set very clear expectations from the start.