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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Biography

Practice Areas

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Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

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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 31 - 32 of 32 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by LKH | May 26, 2013 | Child Custody

If you want the best - hire James Davis

If you want the best, James Davis is the lawyer you want to hire. We hired James Davis to gain and ultimately keep custody of our grandson. For grandparents to obtain custody of their grandchild is extraordinarily difficult at best and requires a lawyer who knows every aspect of the legal system. Ove...r the course of several years we returned to court approximately every 3-6 months to maintain custody. Each time was extremely difficult and worrisome; however, with James by our side, we were always confident the outcome would be favorable. James does not sugar coat your problems and will tell you straight up what to expect, the outcome he is trying to achieve, and finally what could take place. Several times we were asked by James what we wanted him to do, each time we stated; “We hired you to do the best possible job and will leave the decisions in your hands.” We were never disappointed. When you first meet James, he comes across as very kind (which he is) and perhaps too gentle to take on a stronger more aggressive lawyer. In addition, we had a friend who worked in the judicial system tell us to hire a different lawyer, gave us his name, and stated the lawyer she suggested was a “fighter” and would be better suited for our case. As it happened, the opposing lawyer was the “fighter”. At each court appearance James remained composed at all times, however, when pushed, James became a force to be reckoned with and did not allow anyone to walk over us. He very confidently, yet politely, chastised the opposing attorney and in one case the GAL. In the court room James is truly a master of his craft, he can simultaneously; listen to opposing arguments, highlight sections of legal cases being referenced, take notes, and yet immediately respond in an intelligent effective manner. As for the office staff; they are very knowledgeable, considerate, courteous, helpful, and will find the answers to your questions. Finally, this firm does not ignore your concerns once your case is finished. If you have a question months later, you can still call for and receive advice.

Posted by Jason | April 16, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Blessed And Highly Favored

That is exactly what James A. Davis is, blessed and highly favored. As a Christian, I believe that everyone has a calling in life. It has taken me quite a few years to answer my own calling which finally came through me being broken. I am confident when I say that James answered his personal calling ...long ago, and is well seasoned in what he does as a lawyer and as a fellow human being. I have had him and his staff twice now on cases for me. I am just as confident when I say that his staff was a gift from God to him and to his clients. I have been in some horrible situations with the law in my life, from my own foolish decisions, and have never encountered a lawyer and staff so informative and personal as the Davis Law Firm. My family desired to go with someone else for my defense this last time. However, after two months of hearing assumptions and negative feedback, I insisted that we come back to Davis' office for counsel. After one hour of quality counsel and insight from Mr. Davis I was able to make a quick and easy decision to retain him. After all, we had just learned more about my case during that counsel than I had the entire two months with the other firm. James A. Davis holds himself accountable to even a Higher Cause than the state bar and his staff and office seem to work harmoniously under the way he has chosen to run his firm. As an habitual felon who should not even be free right now to be able to give this review, I strongly urge any and all with concerns over a legal issue of any magnitude to make an appointment with the Davis Law Firm today. Again, I am confident when I say that you will search no farther for legal representation once you have had "The Davis Experience"!!!!!!

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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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H. White

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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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