James A. Cleaver, Esq.

Alexander & Cleaver, P.A.

Oxon Hill, MD

Maryland PI lawSOL: 3 yearsDV: recoverableRead Maryland’s rules

47+ Years Experience

Licensed in 2 States

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About James

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.

Licensed States

Maryland District of Columbia

Education

J.D.

University of Baltimore School of Law

B.A.

University of Maryland

Awards & Recognition

Maryland Super Lawyer

Personal Injury Plaintiff, Top 100

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

Professional Associations

Legal Advisor, Silesia Citizens AssociationMaryland State Bar AssociationDistrict of Columbia Bar AssociationBar Association of the District of ColumbiaPrince George's County Bar AssociationTrial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan D.C.American Association for JusticeAmerican Bar AssociationPrince George's County Public Works Oversight Task ForceAdvisory Committee for Paralegal Studies at Prince George's County Community CollegeMaryland Association of Justice President's Club