About Charles Rick
Charles Rick Claxton is a principal attorney at Paley, Rothman, Goldstein, Rosenberg, Eig & Cooper Chartered, located in Bethesda, Maryland. He joined the firm in 2016, bringing with him over 30 years of extensive courtroom experience. His practice is centered on complex business cases, which include corporate and partnership disputes, construction litigation, business torts, and employment litigation. In addition to these areas, Mr. Claxton also handles appellate matters and alternative dispute resolution, showcasing his versatility in the legal field. Mr.
Claxton earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Boston University School of Law in 1978. During his time at law school, he served as the executive editor of the American Journal of Law and Medicine, a role that developed his legal writing and analytical skills. Prior to his law degree, he obtained a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri, School of Journalism in 1972. This foundation in journalism has contributed to his ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively. Admitted to practice in Maryland in 1983, the District of Columbia in 1978, and Virginia in 2006, Mr. Claxton has a broad geographical reach in his legal practice.
He is also admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. This lets the attorney represent clients in appellate matters at a federal level. Before his tenure at Paley Rothman, he was the principal at Garson Claxton LLC, where he led the firm's litigation practice. His leadership there enabled him to represent a diverse range of clients, from individuals to Fortune 50 corporations, in numerous jury and bench trials. Mr.
Claxton is an active member of several professional organizations. He is affiliated with the District of Columbia Bar, Maryland State Bar, and Virginia State Bar. Additionally, he is a member of the American Bar Association, specifically the Litigation Section, as well as the Bar Association of Montgomery County and the Maryland Trial Lawyers Association. His involvement in these organizations supports his staying current with legal trends and contributing to the legal community. His office is situated at 4800 Hampden Lane, Sixth Floor, Bethesda, MD 20814-2930 — Clients and colleagues can reach him by phone at 301-968-3404. With a robust background in litigation and a commitment to client advocacy, Charles Rick Claxton continues to make significant contributions to the legal field in Maryland and beyond.
