About Larry Lawton
Larry Lawton began his legal career as a Law Clerk for the District Attorney of Los Angeles from 1970 to 1971. He then advanced to the role of Deputy District Attorney in Los Angeles, serving from 1971 until 1973. Following his time in Los Angeles, he transitioned to civil litigation, practicing in Cheyenne, Wyoming from 1973 to 1987 and later in the San Francisco Bay area from 1987 to 1990.
In 1990, Larry took on the position of Civilian Superfund Attorney for the Air Force Regional Counsel in San Francisco, where he remained until 2005. After retiring, he engaged in limited private practice and volunteer service until 2011.
Larry's career then took him internationally as the Associate Area Legal Counsel for the Asia Area of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 2011 to 2012. Returning to a limited private practice from 2012 to 2020, he eventually assumed his current role as a part-time Municipal Court Judge in 2020. Currently, he is not engaged in private practice.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Wyoming Car Accident Laws
Understanding Wyoming's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
4 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$20K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larry Lawton's current role?
Larry Lawton is currently serving as a part-time Municipal Court Judge in Afton, Wyoming.
What areas of law has Larry Lawton practiced?
Larry Lawton has practiced in civil litigation, served as a prosecutor, and worked as a civilian attorney for the Air Force.
Where did Larry Lawton practice civil litigation?
Larry Lawton practiced civil litigation in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and the San Francisco Bay area.
Has Larry Lawton held any international legal positions?
Yes, he served as the Associate Area Legal Counsel for the Asia Area of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Is Larry Lawton currently practicing law privately?
No, as a municipal judge, he is no longer engaged in private practice.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Larry Lawton for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Larry for a free case review
