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About Douglas
Biography
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.
We partner with you! Winning cases is no accident. Call (229) 516-4752
We partner with you! Winning cases is no accident. Call (229) 516-4752
We partner with you! Winning cases is no accident. Call (229) 516-4752
We partner with you! Winning cases is no accident. Call (229) 516-4752
We partner with you! Winning cases is no accident. Call (229) 516-4752
We partner with you! Winning cases is no accident. Call (229) 516-4752
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Business
20%
Corporate and Incorporation
20%
Litigation
20%
52 years
Personal Injury
20%
52 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2022 2020 2015
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 47 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 51 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Location
Silvis, Ambrose, Lindquist & Coch, P.C.
P.O. Box. 1557, 220 S. Hansell Street., Thomasville, GA, 31799
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Practice Areas
Wills & Living Wills (9)
Estate Planning (7)
Power Of Attorney (4)
Probate (4)
Contracts & Agreements (3)
Corporate & Incorporation (3)
Real Estate (3)
Trusts (3)
Lawsuits & Disputes (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Commercial (1)
Elder Law (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Family (1)
Mergers & Acquisitions (1)
Residential (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Wills & Living Wills
Posted by Pamela & Wayne M. | August 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Healthcare Directives
I retained Mr. Silvis' services in March 2023 to represent my aunt in a family matter. As I collaborated with Mr. Silvis over the following months, it became evident that he was the ideal attorney to oversee all our legal affairs. Subsequently, my husband and I engaged Mr. Silvis to draft our Wills, ...
Posted by John & Deb | July 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Competent, Compassionate Service
Doug and Shelia were great to work with. They are well-versed in all the legal issues surrounding wills, health care directives and powers of attorney. They really listened, answered our many questions, ensured our documents were prepared the way we wanted, and that we understood every section. Th...
Posted by anonymous | October 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Preparation of legal documents
Mr. Silvis prepared my Final Will and Testament along with my Advanced Healthcare Directive and Durable Power of Attorney. He was attentive to my needs, was fair and honest. He prepared my legal documents in a reasonable period of time.
Posted by Rich | January 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
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 | Wills & Living Wills
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...
Douglas Keith Silvis's Lawyer Endorsements
"Excellent legal service!"
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"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."
Todd Silvis
Estate planning lawyer
Jason Schultz
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
1983 - Present
Founding Partner, Silvis, Ambrose, Lindquist & Coch, P.C.
1979 - 1983
Associate, English, McCaughan & O'Bryan
1975 - 1979
JAG, U.S. Air Force
Associations
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
Thomas County Bar Association
Past Treasurer
Broward County Christian Lawyers Association
Past President
Rose City Kiwanis Club International
Past President
2002 - 2018
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationVice President
2000 - 2006
Georgia Republican PartyVice-Chair
1988 - 2002
Thomas County Republican PartyChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
We Keep Our Clients Confidential
Education
1974
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1971
Emory University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
1974
University of Miami Law Review
"Pure Comparative Negligence, A New Adventure in the Common Law."
1973
University of Miami Law Review
"The Confidential Informant: Will His Views Still Make News?"
Languages
English