Lawyers for Life,’ our motto, has real meaning. I often see children and grandchildren of former clients coming to A&C for solutions to their legal problems. Client service is and always has been our hallmark. We know how important hard work, dedication to client issues, and results are to each and every client.”

— James Cleaver

James “Jim” Cleaver, President of Alexander & Cleaver, P.A., co-founded the firm in 1984 with Gary Alexander. Specializing in personal injury law, Jim is the firm’s primary negotiator and litigator, leveraging decades of experience to achieve favorable outcomes for clients. His expertise has earned him recognition as a Super Lawyer, one of Maryland’s top trial lawyers, and membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Jim is also an active speaker, recently addressing the Metropolitan Washington Auto Body Association on resolving disputes with motor vehicle insurance companies.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury, Accidents (Auto, Boat, Truck, Bus, Pedestrian), Civil Litigation

Acknowledgements

Maryland Super Lawyer – Personal Injury Plaintiff, and Top 100
Selected to the Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Maryland’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers (American Trial Lawyers Association)
Top Attorney, Washington, D.C., Metro Area, The American Registry of Lawyers,
Justice Fellow, Board of Regents of the American Academy of Medical Experts

Community Associations and Memberships

Legal Advisor, Silesia Citizens Association

Education

  • University of Baltimore School of Law - J.D. - 1978
  • University of Maryland - B.A. - 1973

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • Maryland State Bar Association

    Member

  • District of Columbia Bar Association

    Member

  • Bar Association of the District of Columbia

    Member

  • Prince George's County Bar Association

    Member

  • Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan D.C.

    Member

  • American Association for Justice

    Member

  • American Bar Association

    Member of the Tort and Insurance Section and Litigation Section

  • Prince George's County Public Works Oversight Task Force

    Former Co-Chair

  • Advisory Committee for Paralegal Studies at Prince George's County Community College

    Former Member

  • Maryland Association of Justice President's Club

    Contributor

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