Atty. Charles Rickey Claxton

Atty. Charles Rickey Claxton

Charles Rickey Claxton is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate practice, alternative dispute resolution. Charles received a B.J. degree from University of Missouri in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Bethesda Bethesda 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles Rickey Claxton at a glance

Charles Rickey Claxton is a Principal based in Bethesda, Maryland, practicing at Paley, Rothman, Goldstein, Rosenberg, Eig & Cooper Chartered. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1978), United States District Court of Columbia United States Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1979), Maryland (1983), and Virginia (2006). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1978) and University of Missouri (B.J., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles Rickey Claxton is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate practice, alternative dispute resolution
  • Charles received a B.J. degree from University of Missouri in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Charles practices at Paley, Rothman, Goldstein, Rosenberg, Eig & Cooper Chartered in Bethesda, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Rickey Claxton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Rickey Claxton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Charles Rickey Claxton is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Maryland →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Charles Rickey Claxton is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bethesda are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles Rickey Claxton

Where is Charles Rickey Claxton's law office located?
Charles Rickey Claxton's law practice is located in Bethesda, Maryland. The firm is Paley, Rothman, Goldstein, Rosenberg, Eig & Cooper Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Rickey Claxton handle?
Charles Rickey Claxton focuses on litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Charles Rickey Claxton practiced law?
Charles Rickey Claxton has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Charles Rickey Claxton go to law school?
Charles Rickey Claxton earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.J., 1972).
How can I contact Charles Rickey Claxton for a consultation?
You can contact Charles Rickey Claxton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Charles Rickey Claxton received?
Charles Rickey Claxton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1978
B.J.
University of Missouri
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1978
United States District Court of Columbia United States Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
Maryland
Admitted: 1983
Virginia
Admitted: 2006

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