Stephen Henry Davis

Stephen Henry Davis

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 56 years

Immigration Lawyer at Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration

6260 Dupont Station CT, Suite A, Jacksonville, FL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2007
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 56 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1969

Retired

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2007

Location

Stephen H. Davis, Attorney at Law

6260 Dupont Station CT, Suite A, Jacksonville, FL, 322172535

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Stephen Henry Davis's Reviews

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8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Leonard S. | September 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Wonderful Dedicated Attorney

Mr. Davis is a great, honest, forthcoming attorney who doesn't shy away from working tirelessly on your case. We have hired Mr. Davis twice for our family needs and both times he has delivered. No attorney can ever guarantee a positive outcome, but one can only be evaluated by the efforts they have ...put on your case to help you achieve such a goal and Mr. Davis sure is one of those attorneys. We strongly recommend you consult with this attorney first before going anywhere else.

Posted by Ugonna | August 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent work!

I had a wonderful experience using attorney Stephen Davis for my naturalization case in Jacksonville, Florida. My case wasn’t a straight forward naturalization case. In fact for many years after being eligible I was hesitant to apply for naturalization. But Stephen Davis, after carefully reviewing my... case, determined that I had a good chance of being naturalized and took on my case. From there on out it was pretty smooth sailing. His office is excellent at being available to answer any questions you may have. He is also the most well-prepared person I have ever worked. He did excellent work and for that I am truly grateful.

Posted by Gabriela | May 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent lawer

The best immigration lawyer in town. I hired his expertease twice. Always ready to advise. He was always present and helpful through the process. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Chuck | February 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

2-20-16 REVIEW TO POST ON STEPHEN DAVIS SITE

Stephen H. Davis P.A. is our attorney for life, the best Immigration Law Attorney & scholar in the business, a supreme confidant, not afraid to take on any difficult cases, and a highly-ethical and very brilliant man.

Posted by Simone | November 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Recommendation for Mr. Davis

Mr. Davis and his team are very courteous, warm and professional. They handled my case with care and importance; their quick follow up and response to my concerns helped assure me that I am dealing with right law firm. Mr. Davis is an excellent immigration lawyer; he takes pride of his work, and h...is work ethics are unmatchable. For sure, he is experienced and trustworthy. His sunny personality is an added bonus, which made me feel comfortable and at ease when I needed it the most. I am very happy that my case was a successful one because of Mr. Davis and his wonderful team. Mr. Davis has my highest recommendation, and I absolutely believe that he is an awesome lawyer.

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Stephen Henry Davis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jack Gordon

Immigration lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A intelligent and highly respected attorney in the immigration community."

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Joseph ThurdeKoos

Immigration lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Davis is highly regarded as an outstanding immigration lawyer."

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Joy Owenby

Immigration lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Zeller

Immigration lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Davis has practiced in the areas of Immigration & Nationality Law for well over three decades and I have known him for the better part of 10 years. Mr. Davis is a great advocate for his clients in both immigration court and before the Department of Homeland Security agencies. He is well respected in the community and admired by his peers. I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Davis to anyone who requires representation in Immigration & Nationality Law matters"

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Richard Maney

Immigration lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Steve for the past 30 years. He is an outstanding immigration attorney and I admire him for his passion in representing clients in their immigration matters. I recommend Stephen Davis to anyone seeking assistance in immigration law."

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Ian Weldon

Immigration lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen Davis is a very knowledgeable, experienced and professional immigration attorney."

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Jay Tanenbaum

Immigration lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding knowledge of immigration law and work ethic."

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Mark Davidson

Immigration lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has been a friend and colleague for more than 20 years during which time I have always found him to be thoughtful as an immigration practitioner and considerate human being. It is high praise."

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Raana Burney

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Joseph ThurdeKoos

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Christian Zeller

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Richard Maney

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Ian Weldon

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David Vedder

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2007.

Admonishment issued in FL, 2007

updated on 06/26/2012

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2016

Top Attorney of North America, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

2015

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

Rotary Foundation District Award, Rotary International

2001

Nomination for Individual of the Year, Jacksonville International Trade Awards

1997

Featured Attorney, Law & Leading Attorneys – Florida

1980

Featured Attorney, Who's Who In American Law

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Founding Attorney, Stephen H. Davis, Esq

2005 - 2005

Adjunct Professor, Florida Coastal School Of Law Child & Family Advocacy Clinic

1979 - 1999

Attorney, Davis & Jones

1978 - 1979

Judicial Training and Court Information Officer, Fourth Judicial Circuit, State of Florida

1977 - 1978

General Counsel, Seyforth Laboratories, Inc.

1971 - 1977

Sole practitioner, Stephen H. Davis, Esq

1969 - 1971

Attorney, Civil Trial Practice of Hon. Sam Goodfriend; Circuit Court Judge , Fourth Judicial Circuit of Florida

Associations

1977 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1969 - Present

The Florida Bar - International Law Section, Immigration Law

Member

1969 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1969 - Present

Jacksonville Bar Association

Member

1990 - 1995

Orange County Bar Association

Member

1989 - 1990

American Diabetes Association

Board of Directors

1984 - 1989

United States Department of Commerce

First Vice President

1983 - 1984

Liaison Committee U.S. Department of Commerce

National Chairman

1979 - 1984

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1978 - 1984

National Committee on Ethics

Member

1978 - 1980

Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers

Member

1978 - 1979

State Judicial Educators Association

Member

1972 - 1973

American Bar Association

Chairman

1965 - 1968

Phi Delta Phi

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Nobel prize winner for Physics

Won

Smith v. Barnett Bank, (1st D.C.A., 1977), 350 So. 2d 358

Won

Colonial Food Stores, Inc. v. Scarbrough

Won

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Education

1968

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1965

University of South Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

University of North Florida (UNF), Jacksonville University (JU), Florida Coastal School of Law (FCSL)

Immigration Law

2009

National Association of Realtors (“NAR”), Washington, D.C. Annual Conference on International Investors

A Piece of America is worth its Weight in Gold

2001

University of North Florida, International Business Class

International Business

2001

Lorman Education Services Seminar, Daytona Beach, Florida and Jacksonville

Business Immigration Law in Florida

2001

Lorman Education Services Seminar and Manual, Human Resource Managers, Jacksonville, Florida

Retention Management. Let’s Deal With It

2001

Florida Coastal School of Law, First Annual Conference, Immigration Law Society

Immigration Reform

2000

Lorman Education Services Seminar, Jacksonville, Florida

Business Immigration Law in Florida

1999

American Society of Engineers of Indian Origin, Annual Meeting, Orlando, Florida

Engineers of Indian Origin

1993

Immigration Seminar for the Asian American Cultural Council

Immigration for Asian Americans

1992

American Immigration Lawyers Association National Conference, New Orleans

Immigration Concerns in America

1989

Florida Bar

Business Immigration Law: Advanced Seminar and Workshop

1988

The Florida Bar CLE - Miami Beach, FL

Overcoming Matter of Portugues and Other Stumbling Blocks

Publications

2001

Lorman Education Services publication Retention Management. Let’s Deal With It

1988

The Ninth Annual Immigration Law Update Third and Sixth Preference Petitions and Blanket Labor Certifications: Overcoming Matter of Portugues and Other Stumbling Blocks

1987

Immigration Law and Practice in Florida (Second Edition) The Florida Bar Obtaining Lawful Permanent Residence in the United States

1983

The Florida Bar, CLE manual, Immigration Law in Florida Obtaining Lawful Permanent Residence in the U.S." Ch. 3

Languages

English

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