Clayborne E Chavers
The Chavers Firm Llc • Washington, DC
Wrongful TerminationCorporate GovernanceGeneral PracticePersonal InjuryReal Estate
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Contact
Email
Phone
(855) 768-9792
Address
5535 Wisconsin Ave., Washington, DC, 20015, US
Professional
About
Clayborne E. Chavers is a distinguished attorney based in Washington, DC, with a multifaceted legal practice that encompasses Corporate Governance, General Practice, Personal Injury, and Real Estate. As the founder of The Chavers Firm LLC, Clayborne is committed to providing personalized legal solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. A proud alumnus of Howard University, he earned his Juris Doctor in 1975 and holds a Bachelor of Science from the same institution, obtained in 1972. His extensive experience spans over four decades, beginning with his role as a Prosecuting Attorney at the Department of Justice from 1978 to 1980. Clayborne transitioned into academia, serving as a professor at the University of the District of Columbia from 2009 to 2011, where he educated the next generation of legal professionals. Since founding The Chavers Firm in 2012, he has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to client advocacy and excellence in legal service. His dedication has not gone unnoticed; he was recognized as an Outstanding Lawyer by the National Law Journal in 2017 and achieved an AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell in 2016. Additionally, he was listed in Who’s Who in American Law in the same year. Clayborne E. Chavers leverages his vast expertise to navigate the complexities of corporate governance and real estate transactions while providing compassionate support to personal injury clients. His extensive background and client-focused approach ensure that individuals and businesses alike receive the highest level of legal representation.
About Wrongful Termination Law
Wrongful termination attorneys represent employees who were illegally fired from their jobs. They fight to recover lost wages and damages. Common matters include illegal firing, retaliation, discrimination, breach of contract.
Credentials
Education
1975 Howard University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1972 Howard University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 Outstanding Lawyer, National Law Journal 2016 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2016 Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law 2000 Who's Who in Arts, Who's Who in Arts
Associations
2005 - 2010 District of Columbia Bar, Arts, Entertainment, Media and Sports Law Section Chair 1990 - 1995 District of Columbia Bar Association, Arts, Entertainment, Media and Sports Law Section, Sports Law Subcommittee Elected Member 1985 - 1986 Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts Founding Member 1979 - 1982 National Bar Association, Entertainment, Sports and Art Law Section Chairman 1979 - 1980 National Bar Association, Entertainment, Sports and Art Law Section Founding Member
Speaking
2005 Conference on Entertainment Law Entertainment Law 2005 CLE Arts, Entertainment and Media Section 2000 CLE Entertainment Law
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Updated: Jun 12, 2026