William Davis Hewitt

William Davis Hewitt

also known as Davis Hewitt, William D. Hewitt

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 50 years

Probate Lawyer at Savannah, GA
Practice Areas: Probate, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death ... +9 more

100 Bull St., Suite 200, Savannah, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 50 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1975

Active Member in Good Standing

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Davis Hewitt Law Firm

100 Bull St., Suite 200, Savannah, GA, 31401

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Posted by Carolyn | May 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Experience and Knowledge

I have known Davis Hewitt for years. I have currently hired him for help in an ongoing litigation case. He is knowledgeable and experienced. He knows the court system and can help you navigate through it. I believe he gives an honest assessment of the situation and will protect his clients (even ...from ourselves). His rates are reasonable, especially given his years of experience.

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Best of the Best!

I worked with Davis as an adjuster on many cases he defended. Davis is an exceptional lawyer and his knowledge of the law have served him well during his career. He is a great legal writer and has produced many well-researched and compelling briefs, motions and arguments. Davis constantly strives to ...further educate himself and improve his research, preparation and court room techniques. I am pleased to recommend Davis and can attest you will not be disappointed. His work will, not only meet, but exceed your expectations should you choose to hire him.

Posted by Cesar | January 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Review of W. Davis Hewitt

My wife and I were represented by Mr. Hewitt in a civil suit against us. He carefully explained the nature of the suit, the risks involved, and a plan of action for defending us. He also met with us at our home several times and worked with us on the voluminous documents we produced. Throughout the s...uit, up to and including our dismissal from the lawsuit with prejudice in April 2016, Mr. Hewitt continued to provide us with frequent updates as to the status of the suit. At no time during the litigation did we ever have to contact Mr. Hewitt and ask for a status report. Mr. Hewitt represented and prepared us for our depositions and in the subsequent mediation proceedings. With his help we reached a successful mediation result. In my real estate development business, I am in constant touch with my attorneys, and attorneys representing my clients. In my view, Mr. Hewitt represents one of the best attorneys that has represented me. His knowledge of the law, his ability to simplify and explain complex issues, and his commitment to keeping his clients informed are some of his many strengths.

Posted by Haylee | January 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Traffic Ticket Attorney in 2018

Davis is extremely professional and I can tell that he really knows the law. After chatting with him for just a few minutes, I felt extremely comfortable working with him on my case! I had a great result in court with Davis! On our way out a spectator asked for his card because he did such a grea...t job! :) I would definitely recommend Davis!

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William Davis Hewitt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Bips

Litigation lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Davis has given me the benefit of his expertise on several matters over the years. I have always found him to knowledgeable and precise in his application of the law."

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Mark Bips

Car accident lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Other

"I highly endorse W. Davis Hewitt. He has an incredible legal mind and insight into the most complex legal issues."

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Philip Lorenz

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Davis and I worked together for about 5 years and I routinely discussed cases, strategy, and tactics with him. He has a wealth of experience beyond just personal injury, and I wholeheartedly recommend for virtually any legal situation."

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Joshua Stein

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Bips

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Mark Bips

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Philip Lorenz

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Davis Hewitt Law Firm

2001 - 2018

Of Counsel, Goodman McGuffey, LLP

1989 - 2001

Partner, The Davis Hewitt Law Firm, P.C.

1984 - 1989

Partner, Barnett & Alagia

1979 - 1984

Assistant Attorney General, State Of Georgia

1978 - 1979

Staff Assistant Attorney General, State of Georgia

1975 - 1978

Associate, Johnson, Ward, Stanfield, Lanham & Carr

Associations

2018 - Present

National Association Chinese Americans

Mentor To Law Student

2018 - Present

Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution

Certified Mediator

1978 - Present

Georgia State Bar Association, Lawyer Referral Program

Past Chair

1985 - 1988

Georgia Law School Alumni Placement Committee for the Masters in International Law program

Past Chair

1976 - 1978

Georgia State Bar Association, Lawyer Referral Program

Past Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Appelrouth v. Forsyth County

In this case the Georgia Supreme Court reversed 22 Georgia Court of Appeals cases and changed the way governmental immunity is handled.

Cason vs. Seckinger, U.S. District Court Middle District of Georgia

Detailed sexual contact and harassment Consent Orders were signed by the Federal Judge. I represented the State Defendants in this class action. There were many allegations by the inmates of sexual misconduct and much media coverage.

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Education

2018

Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution

Certified as Civil Mediator

1975

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

Hague Academy of international law

Attendee

1972

Vanderbilt University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1990

Lewis vs Evans

Court Ordered Law Library Clerk Training

Publications

1976

Atlanta Bar Association Georgia's Long-Arm Statue

Languages

English

Activity

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