James A. Davis

James A. Davis

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salisbury, NC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

215 N Main St, Salisbury, NC

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Retainer

Always


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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 34 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1991

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Davis & Davis, Attorneys At Law, PC

215 N Main St, Salisbury, NC, 28144-4305

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James A. Davis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

200 Client Reviews

Showing 131 - 135 of 200 reviews

Posted by Michael | June 18, 2015 | Child Custody

Child Custody

James Davis and his team made me feel like my case was the most important case they had. My case was non typical and time sensitive and the sense of urgency displayed by Mr. Davis and his team was amazing. He has assembled an excellent team that truly cares about their clients. This law firm is the o...nly law firm I would ever refer anyone to. Mr. Davis is honest, trustworthy, and true to his word. He only represents the truth, good, bad, or indifferent. Stacy went above and beyond ensuring information was communicated/relayed expeditiously. It was obvious how much she cares about the clients. Words cannot express how grateful and thankful I am for this law firm representing me to obtain shared custody of my daughter. I put my trust and faith, in Mr. Davis and his staff, with the most important person in the world to me. With Mr. Davis' diligence, expertise, attention to detail, excellent staff, and personal faith, I have been given the greatest gift a Father can have. Thank you James Davis, Stacy, and all staff.

Posted by Sandra | June 16, 2015 | Criminal Defense

BEST OF THE BEST

James A. Davis and everyone in his law firm go above and beyond to see you and your family through any type of situation. They help me out of a tight situation that would have affected me and my family I was facing time, years at that. It would have been devastating, I'm a mother and wife. What would... have became of me and most importantly my family. The whole time James A. Davis and everyone at his law firm was there for me the gave me hope. James A. Davis even prayed with my husband and me and are prayers where answered. James A. Davis understood my situation he believed in me, he fought for me and I would not have wanted any other lawyer but him. Now I am able to be home with my family and feel comfortable. I highly recommend anybody needing a lawyer to contact James A. Davis.

Posted by Jane | June 15, 2015 | Criminal Defense

An Intelligent, attentive lawyer that knows the law inside out and excellent defense attorney.

Mr. Davis not only handled the case, but kept the family and witnesses up to date on what was going on with the case and what would be happening as well as explaining why he was proceeding the way he was. He was knowledgeable about the law as expected, and also about what should have occurred at cri...me scenes and what was missed by investigators. He also was able to remember and find specific appeal cases that pertained to the case resulting in dismissal of the charges. He acted in a professional manner at all times.

Posted by Thomas | June 15, 2015 | Litigation

Absolutely Amazing!!!!!!

Words cannot describe how good of a person he is. This man and his team will go the extra mile and some to give you the best trial. He also doesn't stop working even in the court room. Everyone knows the judge is suppose to run the courtroom, but when James Davis representing he is the one running th...e court. The exact same thing you see on TV but better. Lol. Thank you soooo much James for the time and effort you put towards our case. God Bless. P.S. If you want to win your case get James Davis.

Posted by Amy | June 12, 2015 | Criminal Defense

BRILLIANT!!!...Not enough stars in the sky for this firm!!!!

Mr. Davis and his staff worked on my son's case for a year and a half prior to going to trial. They met with us on almost a monthly basis going over our case; he read and we discussed our case in depth, making for certain every I was dotted and every t was crossed. Mr. Davis and his staff including... his paralegals (Candace and Stacey) were always very friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, and informative. This firm makes you feel like you are a part of their family! They take the TIME to make sure that not only you; but also your witnesses are comfortable with what is happening. When it came time for our actual trial they took the time to bring us into the office a week before to go over EXACTLY the way the trial would go. They discussed EVERY detail of trial step by step; including what to wear and where to sit. The night before trial they brought in all of our witnesses, they made sure they were all comfortable with the way trial would work, and answered any questions they may have had. They took the time to make sure they knew their roles in the trial. Once the trial started, they met with us and our witnesses again before going to the courthouse making sure once again their were no questions or concerns. They met with us during lunch recess just to "check in" making sure we understood what was going on and to gain input from us. Once again, he and his paralegal met with us when court adjourned for the day, again to make sure we had no questions or concerns. They wanted us to be involved! During trial, Mr. Davis was BRILLIANT!! With what seemed like little effort he discredited all of the prosecutions witnesses...including their "expert" witnesses! Once he did this he was able to get our trial DISMISSED; without putting up ANY evidence himself!!! It was UNBELIEVEABLE!! Not only did he not put up any evidence, he showed the judge with former legal precedence how our case compared to another case that was appealed due to LACK OF EVIDENCE! The judge himself stated, "In my 10 years as a superior court judge, presiding over 300+ cases, I want you all to know this is only the 2ND case I have EVER dismissed!" I'm just STILL IN SHOCK!! Mr. Davis and his firm are AMAZING and I will recommend this firm to ANYONE I come across that needs legal assistance!!! Thank you Mr. Davis, Candace, Stacey, and staff for making our family and case feel as if we were the only case you had!!! God has a special place in heaven for all of you! Thank you again! We love you!

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James A. Davis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aaron Lee

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend and fully endorse Mr. Davis. His legal knowledge of criminal defense and DWIs are unmatched. Every client of his I have met, always sings praises of his legal work and how nice he and his staff are."

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Rashad Hauter

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"James Davis is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney. While I was a resource prosecutor, I had the honor of traveling to Salisbury to try a jury trial against him. He has an excellent command of the law and an amazing attention to detail. Mr. Davis is a brilliant trial attorney who captures the attention of the entire courtroom when he speaks. More importantly, he is a consummate professional and a genuinely nice person. I wholeheartedly endorse him and recommend him to anyone with any criminal matters in Rowan County."

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Annette Heim

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Wholeheartedly, I recommend James. Every good attorney has read Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mockingbird" and aspired to be a lawyer like Atticus Finch. Atticus exemplified compassion, skill, wisdom, perseverance, and fairness. James embodies all those traits. James is that classy, Southern lawyer that is mesmerizing to watch in the courtroom, but he is also a good and God-fearing man that is kind and honorable. There is no doubt that James is an amazing attorney and family law practitioner."

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Richard Huffman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the top trial lawyers in this area. I can comfortably refer a case to James because I know he will do an excellent job for the client"

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H. White

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend James to handle your legal affairs. I have worked with him for a number of years. He is a consummate professional. James's preparation and attention to detail are remarkable. He takes personal pride in service of others. James is committed to excellence in his representation of each and every one of his clients"

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Annette Heim

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H. White

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Lawyer of the Year in DWI defense in the Charlotte Area, The Best Lawyers in America

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

One of the Best Lawyers in America, The Best Lawyers in America

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

The John Rubin Award, The Commission on Indigent Defense Services

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

"Top 100 Trial Lawyers", The National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Attorney, Davis and Davis, Attorneys at Law, PC

Associations

2020 - Present

North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization

Certified Family Law Specialist

2019 - Present

NC State Bar: Disciplinary Hearing Commission

Member

2002 - Present

North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization

Federal Criminal Law Specialist

2001 - Present

North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization

State Criminal Law Specialist

District 19C Bar

Former President

Rowan County Helping Ministries

Former Board of Directors

Salisbury YMCA

Former Board of Directors

2012 - 2016

North Carolina State Bar Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Board

Chair, Accredidation Committee

2002 - 2008

North Carolina State Bar, Specialization Criminal Law Committee

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Buck v. Buck

Husband awarded over $131,000.00 in damages.

State of North Carolina v. Kathy Miller

Not Guilty

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Education

2020

North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization

Certified Family Law Specialist

2002

North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization

Federal Criminal Law Specialist

2001

North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization

State Criminal Law Specialist

1991

Regent University

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

Rowan Criminal Law CLE

DWI Defense

2011

Rowan Criminal CLE

Practical Evidence Trial Practice Pointers

2010

Rowan family Law CLE

Third Party Intervention in Custody Actions

2010

Rowan Criminal Law CLE

Motions to Suppress: Statements, Property, and Identification

2009

Rowan Criminal Law CLE

Judicial Independence

Publications

Languages

English

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