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William Davis Jr.
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Biography
Attorney at Law specializing in criminal defense.
For the past 18 years, Mr. Davis has practiced criminal law in courtrooms throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania. Mr. Davis graduated from The William Penn Charter School in 1991. He then attended Villanova University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1995. He attended Widener University School of Law, earning his Juris Doctorate degree in 1998. Mr. Davis is licensed to practice law in state courts throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as well as federal court in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. He is a member of the Delaware County Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Lawyers’ Association and the Justinian Society of Delaware County.
Mr. Davis served as an Assistant District Attorney with the Delaware County District Attorney's Office for 8 years, where he personally prosecuted over 6000 criminal cases including Homicides, Aggravated Assaults, Robberies, Burglaries and Driving Under the Influence matters. While an Assistant D.A., Mr. Davis was able to hone his trial and advocacy skills, handling cases from arrest through jury trial and sentencing. He personally tried over 50 cases before juries, and was appointed as a trial team leader in 2006.
In 2008, Mr. Davis left the D.A.'s Office to become a Deputy Attorney General with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General. For 3 years he personally led investigations before the Statewide Investigating Grand Jury involving complex white collar criminal cases and public corruption cases. He expanded his trial experience, by personally handling jury trials in Philadelphia, Montgomery and Chester Counties.
In June 2011, Mr. Davis left the PA Attorney General's Office to open his own law firm. Mr. Davis has already established himself as a highly respected criminal defense attorney, handling several high profile cases, including Law Enforcement Officals charged with crimes. Among other favorable results, he has earned his clients complete acquittals (NOT GUILTY verdicts) on 1st Degree Murder, Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault and Rape cases.
Mr. Davis has represented Attorneys, Doctors, Police Officers and College students who are accused of various crimes. He has earned the respect of his colleagues and regularly receives referrals from Law Enforcement Officals and other Attorneys. Mr. Davis is a seasoned, aggressive and experienced trial attorney who is always striving to achieve the best result for his clients.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 26 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of William Davis, Jr., L.L.C.
210 W. Front Street, Suite 210, Media, PA, 19063
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William Davis Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Experienced great criminal lawyer
Bill is the best out there and I have referred him to many friends in need. He has worked on both sides so he knows how this all works and will make sure he gets you the best options. He’s down to earth and easy to talk to, especially during a difficult time. I highly recommend him & have and ev...
Posted by Tom | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and Personable
We interviewed several Attorney's in our search with our legal manner. While many were certainly capable and knowledgeable, Bill stood out for us from the start. During the entire process he was totally accessible and willing to maintain constant dialogue for myself and my family. It was not only ...
William Davis Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He meets the highest professional and ethical standards."
"Bil is a seasoned trial attorney who provides excellent representation to his clients."
"Bill is an experienced, effective, knowledgeable and respected attorney. I endorse Bill and have sent clients to him without hesitation."
"Bill is a very good lawyer. He has been a criminal trial attorney for many years and gets great results."
Daniel Donohue
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2017
Best Lawyers, Criminal Defense, Delaware County Daily Times
2016
Best Lawyers, Criminal Defense, Delaware County Daily Times
2015
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
Work Experience
2008 - 2011
Prosecuting Attorney, Pennsylvania Office Of Attorney General
2000 - 2008
Assistant District Attorney, Delaware County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2011 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2000 - Present
Delaware County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Ruben Velez Maldonado
NOT GUILTY, all charges
Commonwealth v. Matthew Ellis
NOT GUILTY, all charges
Education
1998
Widener University School of Law
J.D.
1995
Villanova University
B.A.
1991
The William Penn Charter School
Diploma