Atty. Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr.

Atty. Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr.

Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. is a lawyer practicing dodd, frank section 342, diversity & inclusion and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. at a glance

Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at The Chavers Firm, LLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, civil rights, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (Inactive) (1977), District of Columbia (1978), U.S. Court of Claims and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1983). Educated at Howard University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Howard University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association National Bar Association (Founder and First Chairman, Entertainment Arts & Sports Section, 1979-1980) Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. is a lawyer practicing dodd, frank section 342, diversity & inclusion and 3 other areas of law
  • Clayborne E. received a B.A. degree from Howard University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Clayborne E. practices at The Chavers Firm, LLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in District of Columbia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr.

Where is Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr.'s law office located?
Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr.'s law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is The Chavers Firm, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. handle?
Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. focuses on business, civil rights, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. practiced law?
Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. go to law school?
Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr. received?
Clayborne E. Chavers, Sr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Howard University School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
Howard University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania (Inactive)
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Claims and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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