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Richelle Athena Claytor, General Attorney in Orlando, Florida

4 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury

Senior CounselatWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

Orlando, FL

Practicing general in Orlando since 2022.

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Richelle Athena Claytor is a senior counsel based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Richelle has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.

Based in
Orlando, FL
Experience
4 years
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General · Insurance · Personal Injury
  • Handles General, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Orlando, FL.
  • 4 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Richelle Athena Claytor: Richelle Athena Claytor is a senior counsel based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Richelle has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Richelle Athena Claytor

Richelle concentrates on general, insurance, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richelle handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Orlando, Florida

Richelle takes general matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richelle agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Orlando, Florida

Richelle takes insurance matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richelle agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Orlando, Florida

Richelle takes personal injury matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richelle agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Richelle Athena Claytor — 4 years of Florida general experience

Richelle Athena Claytor is a senior counsel based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Richelle has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.

Richelle Claytor is senior counsel at WSHB's Orlando office, specializing in construction litigation, insurance coverage, and general liability cases. With a background in representing insurance companies and Florida-based public entities in personal injury cases, she is dedicated to creating innovative defense strategies for our clients.

Originally from Maryland, Richelle moved to Florida after high school, earning a B.S. in Legal Studies with a minor in Political Science and Pre-Law from the University of Central Florida. She obtained her Juris Doctor from Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law, where she served as a teaching assistant, Dean’s Writing fellow, and student clinician in one of the school’s legal clinics.

Newsroom

News

•WSHB Celebrates Excellence Within its Ranks With 27 Attorneys Named to Senior Counsel
Firm News, 1.1.26

Publications

•Florida Condo Regulations in Legislator Targets
Article, 5.2.25

In the News

•WSHB Celebrates Excellence Within its Ranks With 27 Attorneys Named to Senior Counsel
•Florida Condo Regulations in Legislator Targets

How Richelle handles general matters

Richelle Claytor is senior counsel at WSHB's Orlando office, specializing in construction litigation, insurance coverage, and general liability cases. With a background in representing insurance companies and Florida-based public entities in personal injury cases, she is dedicated to creating innovative defense strategies for our clients. Originally from Maryland, Richelle moved to Florida after…

The kind of cases Richelle takes

Richelle reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and personal injury matters in Orlando and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Richelle Athena Claytor's legal education and bar admissions

  • Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law

    J.D. · 2022

  • University of Central Florida

    B.S. · 2018

Jurisdictions

Richelle's state bar admissions

  • Florida U.S. Distric

    2022 · ACTIVE

Richelle studied at J.D. in Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law and B.S. in University of Central Florida.

Law school and academic background

Richelle completed J.D. in Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law and B.S. in University of Central Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richelle runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Richelle Athena Claytor's office in Orlando

Richelle's primary office is at 390 North Orange Avenue, Suite 850, Orlando, FL, 32801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

390 North Orange Avenue, Suite 850

Orlando, FL 32801

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richelle Athena Claytor — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richelle usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Richelle charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richelle's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Richelle will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Orlando, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Richelle

Richelle discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Richelle confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Richelle's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Richelle Athena Claytor

  • How much does it cost to hire Richelle for a general case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richelle walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Richelle offer a free consultation?

    Richelle charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richelle's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Richelle's current terms during booking.

  • How long do general cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Richelle gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Richelle take my case if I'm outside Orlando?

    Richelle is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Richelle will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Richelle?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Richelle will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Richelle accepting new general clients right now?

    Richelle's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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