Atty. William P. Claxton

Atty. William P. Claxton

Mr. William P.

Atlanta Atlanta 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About William P. Claxton at a glance

William P. Claxton is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Claxton & Claxton, LLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on civil rights and insurance. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1986), Georgia Court of Appeals (1986), Tennessee (1995), and Tennessee Court of Appeals U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court, Mi (1995). Educated at Walter F. George Law School, Mercer University (J.D., 1986) and East Tennessee State University (M.S.A. King, 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William P. Claxton is a lawyer practicing insurance fraud, libel & slander, trucking accident and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a degree from East Tennessee State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • William practices at Claxton & Claxton, LLC in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William P. Claxton's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

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

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William P. Claxton

Where is William P. Claxton's law office located?
William P. Claxton's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Claxton & Claxton, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William P. Claxton handle?
William P. Claxton focuses on civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William P. Claxton practiced law?
William P. Claxton has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did William P. Claxton go to law school?
William P. Claxton earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (M.S.A. King, 1983).
How can I contact William P. Claxton for a consultation?
You can contact William P. 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 William P. Claxton received?
William P. Claxton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Walter F. George Law School, Mercer University
- 1986
M.S.A. King
East Tennessee State University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1986
Georgia Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1986
Tennessee
Admitted: 1995
Tennessee Court of Appeals U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court, Mi
Admitted: 1995

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