James A. Cleaver, Esq.

James A. Cleaver, Esq., is a distinguished legal professional serving as the Founder and President of Alexander & Cleaver, P.A., based in the Oxon Hill office. With a strong commitment to client service and a dedication to delivering results, James has become a prominent figure in the legal field, specializing primarily in personal injury cases, including accidents involving automobiles, boats, trucks, buses, and pedestrians, as well as civil litigation.

Admitted to practice in various jurisdictions, James is recognized for his extensive legal expertise in the Court of Appeals of Maryland, United States District Court for the District of Maryland, District of Columbia Court of Appeals, United States District Court for the District of Columbia, United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States.

With a motto of ‘Lawyers for Life,’ James emphasizes the significance of client relationships, evident in the multi-generational trust established with former clients and their families seeking legal solutions. His commitment to hard work and dedication is reflected in his role as the firm’s primary negotiator and litigator in personal injury cases.

James Cleaver has received several accolades, including being designated a Maryland Super Lawyer in Personal Injury Plaintiff cases and recognized as one of Maryland’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the American Trial Lawyers Association. He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, highlighting his achievements in securing substantial settlements for his clients.

In addition to his legal practice, James is actively involved in the legal community. He serves as a member of various bar associations, including the Maryland State Bar Association, District of Columbia Bar Association, Bar Association of the District of Columbia, Prince George’s County Bar Association, and the Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan D.C. He is also a member of national organizations, such as the American Association for Justice and the American Bar Association, where he is a member of the Tort and Insurance Section and Litigation Section.

Beyond his professional commitments, James Cleaver contributes to the community as the Legal Advisor to the Silesia Citizens Association and has previously served in leadership roles, including Co-Chair of the Prince George’s County Public Works Oversight Task Force and as a member of the Advisory Committee for Paralegal Studies at Prince George’s County Community College. He is recognized as a Justice Fellow by the Board of Regents of the American Academy of Medical Experts.

James Cleaver earned his J.D. from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 1978 and holds a B.A. from the University of Maryland, graduating in 1973. Throughout his illustrious career, he continues to uphold the highest standards of legal excellence, contributing to the well-being of his clients and the legal community at large.