Payton Klatt began his career with Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers as a law clerk in 2020 and joined the firm full-time in 2021 after passing the Bar Exam. Payton has quickly built a reputation for his passion for justice and achieving favorable outcomes. Payton strongly focuses on commercial trucking cases, motor vehicle collisions, and slip-and-fall incidents.
Born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, to parents in the legal field, Payton has always wanted to become a lawyer and help others in need. Payton earned his undergraduate degree in Public Policy and Leadership and a minor in Spanish from Ole Miss. He received his Juris Doctor with the distinction of Cum Laude from the University of Louisville. While at UofL, Payton competed on the Mock Trial Arbitration Team and was awarded a CALI Award for Academic Excellence in Criminal Procedure: Judicial Process.
As a personal injury lawyer, Payton is licensed to practice throughout Kentucky, including admissions to the Federal Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky. He is an active member of numerous legal organizations focusing on the civil justice system, including the American Association for Justice, the Kentucky Justice Association, and the Kentucky Bar Association Young Lawyers Division. Payton was recently selected by his peers for the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40.
Outside of the courtroom, Payton is an avid golfer and fly fisherman who enjoys spending weekends on the golf course and in nature to unwind and recharge. Payton is a devoted family man, cherishing moments spent with his wife, his new child, and their beloved Labrador retriever. Payton is also a huge sports fan and a proud supporter of Ole Miss football, basketball, and baseball.
I worked with Austin Johnson he was very informative and kept in contact during the whole process. Austin was easy to work with I would definitely recommend.
The entire team was top notch. Jordan and team kept me informed and confident during the whole process. 10/10
I am extremely grateful for the love and kindness they show to the community. Having multiple billboards with messages of positivity and reminding thousands of individuals of their worth and that they can make it through is a wonderful way to bring about daily moments of positive affirmations to so many people and can make a huge difference in someone's day.
I dont drive through the ville very much so i just saw them last week. I have never been a client, but i sure will be if i ever need one. I just wanted to show gratitude to you all and to thank you all so much for the differences you're making, no matter big or "small", in the courtroom and outside the courtroom.
Sam Aguiiar, I want to Thank you and your team ,you guys was awesome from the beginning to the end.I will continue to recommend you guys to family and friends .again Thank you Mildre Davis
Would absolutely recommend, especially if you’re anxious about the injury process, as they have a team that will be there for you and transparent every step of the way.
I would like to thank Mr. Sam's office for the excellent service they provide us. I have known Mr. Sam for more than 15 years. He is a very good and respected lawyer and has wonderful employees. Thank you all. Thank you Austin and Kyle.
Nick Wilson and Christina were wonderful. I was informed through the entire process and pleased with the outcome.
Very transparent team who worked diligently with me on my case. Regular updates were given on the case and a satisfactory conclusion was reached!
Great experience with the Team here! This was the first time I sought legal assistance for an accident and I was not sure what to expect or how the process worked. Peyton and Cheymez were wonderful and took time to explain every part of the process and answer any questions I had along the way. They got me a great settlement and I would recommend them to anyone needing a professional and dependable attorney.
First, I would like to say THANK YOU to the entire staff at Sam Aguiar office. I would like to give a special THANK YOU to “Chy”’! I never had a question go unanswered at anytime. My experience was 100 with this office. I will send referrals without hesitation. Again Thank You.
