ALEXANDER & CLEAVER, P.A. - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- President of Alexander & Cleaver, P.a.
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.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Accidents (Auto, Boat, Truck, Bus, Pedestrian), Civil Litigation
Job Titles:
- Senior Litigation Attorney & Vice President
Jason A. DeLoach has been an attorney for Alexander & Cleaver, P.A. since 1995, bringing extensive experience in litigation across both State and Federal Courts. Specializing in civil, commercial, and auto accident cases, he also practices administrative law, managing complex issues related to licensing, compliance, and appeals. In his substantial municipal law practice, Jason serves as Town/City Attorney for several municipalities, handling a wide range of matters from labor to police issues. He has also held prominent leadership roles, including serving as President of the Prince George's County Bar Association and the Maryland State Bar Association in 2023.
Practice Areas
Auto Accidents, Administrative Law, Municipal Representation, Civil Litigation, HOA Representation, Alcoholic Beverage Licensing and Compliance, Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney and Advance Directives, Administrative Appeals, Insurance Disputes, Commercial and Residential Leases
Job Titles:
- Senior Litigation Attorney & Vice President
Todd K. Pounds, a graduate of the University of Maryland with a major in accounting, has been with Alexander & Cleaver, P.A. for over 33 years. He specializes in local government and municipal law, serving as City/Town Attorney for over 27 years. Todd handles a wide variety of legal matters, including civil litigation, business transactions, zoning, personal injury, and criminal cases. He represents both plaintiffs and defendants in federal and state courts, and works with clients in business matters, motor vehicle accidents, and insurance defense. Todd also practices before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and local Human Relations Commissions.
Practice Areas
Municipal Law, representing numerous Cities and Town's in their legal needs and requirements as the City/Town Attorney for over 25 years. Administrative Law, Business and Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Commercial Zoning and Development, Personal Injury Litigation both State and Federal, Serious Motor Vehicle Litigation, Major Truck Accident Litigation, Contract Litigation, Employment Dispute Litigation, Contacts, Leases, EEOC, Human Relations Commission, Felony and Misdemeanor Criminal Defense, State and Federal Civil Defense Litigation, Municipal law representations of various Cities and Towns through the State as Town/City Counsel and Solicitor.