Jennifer Claymon

Jennifer Claymon is a healthcare attorney at Reed Claymon, with over 25 years of experience serving hospitals, physicians, and health care entities across Texas. Board Certified in Health Law, Jennifer brings advanced expertise in administrative and health law, guiding clients through complex regulatory hurdles, organizational governance, and compliance challenges.

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Comprehensive Regulatory and Organizational Knowledge

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Jennifer’s practice spans the full spectrum of health care law, including the drafting and revision of governing body bylaws, medical staff bylaws, compliance plans, employee handbooks, and organizational policies. She routinely provides advice on compliance with federal and state employment statutes, helping health care providers and their affiliates build robust personnel systems and navigate critical legal obligations. Jennifer has represented entities in disputes involving civil rights violations, discrimination, compensation, and employment matters.

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Proven Track Record in Facility Governance and Employment Law

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Jennifer has helped numerous hospitals and health systems prepare and implement Medical Staff and Governing Body Bylaws, ensuring sound governance and regulatory compliance. Her representative experience includes:

• Advising hospitals in credentialing and peer review processes.

• Drafting self-insurance plans and trust agreements for hospital liability coverage.

• Structuring asset purchase agreements and 501(c)(3) applications for health-related organizations.

• Counseling clients on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), ADA, Title VII, ADEA, FLSA, COBRA, and Texas-specific employment laws.

• Defending employers during investigations by the EEOC, Texas Workforce Commission, and the Department of Labor.

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​Education, Leadership, and Honors

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Jennifer earned her J.D., cum laude, from the University of Texas School of Law in 1998 and her B.A., summa cum laude, from Texas A&M University in 1994. Her dedication to the field is reflected in her involvement as a past president of the Health Law Section of the Austin Bar Association and previous service on the Texas Board of Legal Specialization Health Law Advisory Commission.

 

Recognized for outstanding service and professional achievement, Jennifer has been named “Super Lawyer” by Super Lawyers®, listed as a Leader in Health Law by Chambers USA, and honored among “Best Lawyers in America” for Health Care Law by Best Lawyers® every year since 2015.

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​Why Clients Turn to Jennifer Claymon

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Executives leading health care organizations trust Jennifer’s well-grounded perspective and direct, collaborative problem-solving style. She offers actionable guidance for operational excellence, strategic growth, and sustainable compliance, always mindful of evolving legal, business, and regulatory priorities. Jennifer’s warmth and commitment to her clients make her a valued resource in the healthcare legal community.

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For direct inquiries regarding how Jennifer Claymon can assist your organization, contact her at jclaymon@reedclaymon.com or 512-660-5965