McRae Cleaveland

McRae Cleaveland is an Assistant Supervisory Attorney at The Devadoss Law Firm, P.L.L.C., where he concentrates his practice on employment litigation for federal employees. He routinely represents clients in discrimination and adverse action cases before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), helping protect the rights of federal workers across the country.

McRae holds a Juris Doctor from Louisiana State University’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center and an undergraduate degree in Finance from Stephen F. Austin State University. This combination of legal training and financial insight supports his strategic approach to complex employment matters.

At The Devadoss Law Firm, McRae leads his own caseload while overseeing a team of associates and senior attorneys. He handles complex litigation, conducts internal investigations, responds to proposed disciplinary actions, and negotiates settlements. With extensive experience representing clients before multiple federal agencies—including the Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)—McRae is a trusted advocate for federal employees facing workplace and disciplinary matters.

McRae is deeply committed to client advocacy. He believes in equipping his clients with the information they need to make sound decisions and clearly approach their cases. This philosophy guides his thorough and compassionate representation, treating clients as legal partners.

Known for his leadership within the firm,  McRae Cleaveland combines litigation skills with mentorship, guiding legal teams to deliver strong, consistent results. His dedication to protecting federal employees’ rights has made him a valuable advocate in the specialized arena of federal employment law.

With offices in Dallas, Atlanta, and Washington, D.C., McRae contributes to The Devadoss Law Firm’s mission of “serving those who serve in government,” offering focused, results-driven representation for public servants facing employment challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Assistant Supervisory Attorney, The Devadoss Law Firm, PLLC

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• Louisiana State University Law Center
  Juris Doctorate (JD)
• Stephen F. Austin State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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