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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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 1 - 5 of 32 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Woody | March 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Incredible Attorney

The entire team did an excellent job. I had heard about James Davis and his law firm prior to consulting with him. I am here to tell you that he is as advertised and more. His entire firm is as well. Tim Readling was such a blessing as an attorney in my case also. Mr. Davis and Mr. Readling were extr...emely prepared and dedicated to my cause. They work amazing together and are a well-oiled machine. No one knows the law better. If you need civil litigation representation, this must be your first choice.

Posted by Barbara | October 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Superior Performance and Expertise

We could not have asked for anything better. We could not have had a more prepared, knowledgeable, or skilled attorney than James Davis. There is not a better an attorney for a jury trial than him. His skill in picking the jury and cross-examining three expert witnesses was remarkable to watch. The ...case was extremely hard fought and ended with a hung jury. Mr. Davis and the Davis Law Firm were an amazing force to watch in Superior Court. We consider them family now and recommend them to anyone in need of skilled counsel.

Posted by Kecia | May 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney

A Blessing

James Davis and his firm have been a blessing to work with. The knowledge and skill of this attorney along with the manner in which he conducts himself made me feel secure and comforted during a very stressful time.

Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime

No Better Choice

I hired James Davis as I received a US Target Letter. He and his staff were very helpful in explaining the process to me and walking me through the steps that would follow. He is a very knowledgeable attorney and helped ease my anxiety. Mr Davis helped me protect my career and I am very appreciati...ve as I have never been in a situation with the law before. His staff also gave me an awesome recommendation for a family who received a DWI in Raleigh, NC. My family is highly pleased with the recommendation. Mr Davis will definitely be my forever attorney, especially when I start planning for my will and estate. Definitely a Super lawyer!

Posted by Doran | August 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Passionate about the Law and Genuinely Caring

On December 22, 2016, I found myself with a DUI and Driving on Revoke charge in Rowan County. I knew that I was in trouble due to being on probation for prior DUI's. I hired James A. Davis, II from Davis and Davis Attorneys at Law. During our first meeting Mr. Davis, made extremely detailed notes fro...m my side of the story. He told me from the start that things did not look good for me and I would face 3 years “day for day” in prison if convicted. Shortly after our meeting, I experienced severe health issues as I was burned on 40 percent of my body. I had court dates twice during this time. Mr. Davis was able to get each date continued without any issues. I also asked that Mr. Davis buy me time if possible as I had begun taking care of my Mother who is sick with dementia. He reassured me that he would do everything in his power to fight for me and he did even though my case seemed bleak. Mr. Davis believed in me as a person. As I healed I knew crunch time was approaching and I had prepared myself for prison, mentally. On the following court date, Mr. Davis made a motion to have a suppression hearing. This was not expected but Mr. Davis was able to talk the judge into allowing for more time to prepare which resulted in another continuation. During the last court date, I expected to be convicted and to then appeal. My sister and I entered the courtroom and found a special prosecutor who only works on DUI cases had been brought in. I did not think I had a chance and knew I would eventually be going to prison. As the hearing began, things did not look good. I had set my expectations low and acceptance high for the day. However, Mr. Davis began working, making objections which were sustained. After a break Mr. Davis continued with his amazing trial skills and I realized, we were winning. Mr. Davis then summarized previous cases which were won for “no probable cause to arrest.” He was beyond prepared and articulate. He won his argument and my world changed immediately. I was speechless. I knew he and his team were good when I hired them, but I did not expect what I received from them. Now I have my life back and can go to work on getting my license. I learned so much about myself through this whole process and am very humbled. I would not hesitate to hire this firm. They work as a team. I never had to answer role call or say a word. They did all the work. All I had to do was show up for court presentably. At the end of my journey, I learned that this is a family firm. These people are genuinely caring and nice, and they know the law! Mr. Davis won my case using the law. I am still blown away at everything that happened and keep playing it through my mind. It was the like the best movie I had ever seen but, I never plan to be the main star in that film ever again. I feel a huge weight lifted off of my shoulders. I would like to give a shout out to his paralegal, who worked so hard behind the scenes on my case, to his son, for being there when they called role, and to his daughter who is one of the nicest people I have ever met. She talked to me as I dealt with extreme anxiety through all this and gave me hope. Finally, Mr. Davis, above all else, believed in me as a person. They all are great people and they know the law. A HUGE THANK YOU to Davis and Davis Attorneys at Law. Sincerely, Doran

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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

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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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