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Doug has 40 years of broad experience as a successful lawyer, first as a USAF JAG, then as a Florida trial lawyer, and, since 1978, as a lawyer practicing in Georgia as well as Florida. He has won cases before the US Supreme Court, Florida Supreme Court and many other venues. In 2002, he was elected a State Vice President of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, and was re-elected in 2006 by his peers. He and his firm are "AV" rated by his fellow lawyers, according to Martindale-Hubbell national rating service for lawyers. Some of the firm's successful case results can be seen on this website.
Doug founded the law firm of Silvis, Ambrose and Lindquist, P.C. In 1983, he declined partnership in what was then the largest firm in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and with his wife, Nancy, and three (3) children moved to Thomasville, Georgia to start his own private practice. Building on a foundation of four years as a Captain and USAF JAG at Eglin AFB, FL and another four years as a Civil Litigation Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, he built and later expanded a thriving practice.
Doug is a perfectionist but is also a "people-person," an excellent litigator, negotiator, problem-solver, and peacemaker. He is licensed to practice law in both Georgia and Florida, and in a variety of federal and state courts including the U.S. Supreme Court and in the Supreme Courts of both states. He wrote and became a published author of the lead article in the University of Miami Law Review on comparative negligence and accident law, (a position normally reserved for professors), and has maintained an expertise in the area of Personal Injury law ever since. His broad experience enables Silvis, Ambrose & Lindquist to handle, not only your accident cases, but almost all your legal needs.
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State: Georgia
Acquired: 1978
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State: Florida
Acquired: 1974
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P.O. Box. 1557, 220 S. Hansell Street., Thomasville, GA, 31799
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Posted by Rich | January 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Trusted Advisor
Doug has been a trusted advisor for my family in our time of need and sorrow. He has been a compassionate guide in helping us navigate the estate and will process, which can be confusing at times. We are grateful that we had him during this process and appreciate the work he did.
Posted by Gordon | December 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Power Of Attorney
Client
Before we ( Mom & I ) even used Mr. Silvis- I called him fo advice about a power of attorney- he took his time with me, explained everything that I might need to know- we set up a meeting w/ him & he was so very professional & personable- again explained all we needed to know about our situation- whe...
Posted by Bill | November 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Healthcare Directives
Thank you for making this process move along so well. We dug in our heels for a long time about doing what we knew was necessary and you made it so easy. We had started updating our wills using well-rated PC software about three years ago. I got quite a lot done but had too many concerns about pot...
Posted by Darlene | June 10, 2015 | Corporate & Incorporation
Appreciation review
Today I write to praise my attorney Doug Silvis. He has been my attorney for over 25 years. He has provided valuable representation in a number of different circumstances. He has helped and guided me in the building and growth of two successful businesses. All aspects of assistance for these compan...
Posted by Joy | March 20, 2015 | Residential
Top Notch Firm
My husband and I used this firm to help with the purchase of a home from the estate of a deceased individual. Since we did not go through a realtor to purchase the home, Mr. Silvis and his partners and employees provided the proposed contract for the purchase of the home. They worked in a timely mann...
"Doug Silvis is an excellent lawyer and is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, the highest rating an attorney can achieve. He and the members of his firm are some of most honest, dedicated and compassionate lawyers with whom I have had the pleasure to know and work."
Estate planning lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Best Law Firm in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2018
Best Attorney in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2014
Best Law Firm in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Law Firm in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Attorney in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Best Attorney in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2011
Community Service Award, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
2011
Best Law Firm in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Community Impact Award, Georgia Family Council
2005
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1983 - Present
Founding Partner, Silvis, Ambrose, Lindquist & Coch, P.C.
1979 - 1983
Associate, English, McCaughan & O'Bryan
1975 - 1979
JAG, U.S. Air Force
2005 - Present
Community Transformation, Inc.Founder and C.E.O.
2005 - Present
Thomasville Family and Marriage NetFounding Member
1978 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1974 - Present
Florida BarMember
1974 - Present
Christian Legal SocietyMember
Past Treasurer
Past President
Past President
2002 - 2018
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationVice President
2000 - 2006
Georgia Republican PartyVice-Chair
1988 - 2002
Thomas County Republican PartyChairman
1974
JD - Juris Doctor
1971
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1974
1973
English