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Biography
The Law Office of Lawrence Jay Davis, P.A. is a full service law practice focused on clients seeking advice with estate planning, trust and probate administration. Legal services include drafting and reviewing estate planning documents, as well as advising clients in the administration of probate estates and trusts. Mr. Davis is a true Florida native and has been practicing law in South Florida continuously since 1985. Our office is located in Pembroke Pines, Broward County, Florida - just a few minutes west of Ft. Lauderdale.
The Law Office of Lawrence Jay Davis, P.A. is a full service law practice focused on clients seeking advice with estate planning, trust and probate administration. Legal services include drafting and reviewing estate planning documents, as well as advising clients in related matters.
We've been assisting clients with their estate planning since 1985. Let us help you too.
We are able to competently assist you with your probate matter in all of Florida's 67 counties.
We've been assisting clients with their estate planning since 1985. Let us help you too.
We've been assisting clients with their estate planning since 1985. Let us help you too.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Probate
40%
41 years
Estate Planning
30%
41 years
Trusts
15%
41 years
Wills and Living Wills
15%
41 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 40 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Lawrence Jay Davis, P.A.
1601 North Flamingo Road, Suite 1, Pembroke Pines, FL, 330281024
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Recommendation (40)
Case Results (39)
Communication Style (25)
General Knowledge (25)
Responsiveness (20)
Character & Conduct (18)
Advocacy (16)
Trustworthiness (14)
Staff & Support (13)
Compassion (9)
Cost of Services (7)
Punctuality (5)
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Posted by Susie | May 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Extreme Gratitude
I’m beyond grateful for the expertise and support we got from Larry with both the sale of our home and the subsequent purchase of a new home. At each and every step of the process his council proved critical. Had we not had Larry acting on our behalf, our new purchase would likely have been derailed...
Lawrence Davis
Replied last May 10, 2021Thank you for sharing your opinions about my firm. We work hard to meet or exceed our client's expectations. I'm very grateful for clients like you that listen to my advice and share constructive comments all along the way.
Posted by Kevin | February 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Great help for a Canadian and his mom
My mother and I found Larry through this website and he was a great help during what was a stressful time. My father had passed and we were dealing with probate on a property. He and Cindy were thorough, patient and helpful at all times, even when we didn't understand a situation. Always willing t...
Lawrence Davis
Replied last February 12, 2021Kevin - Thank you for your kind words of support. Cindy and I have worked together for several decades on probate cases in Florida. We are both very happy that your mother and you were genuinely satisfied with our efforts.
Posted by GARY | November 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Power Of Attorney
When You Need An Attorney
Like many of us today, we are caring for parents that brought us into the world and cared for us when we needed them the most. Larry initially helped us by preparing a Power of Attorney and Will for our elderly mother. Following her passing, Larry filed the necessary legal documents to transfer our...
Posted by Rosemary | September 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Client
Attorney Davis is a pleasure to work with. He answers any and all questions with patience and never makes you feel rushed. He has helped me with a Real Estate matter and recently with a Probate matter. When calling his office the staff is always pleasant and professional.
Posted by Steven | March 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Excellent job
We just went through a very complex real estate transaction with Mr. Davis and he did an excellent job for us. He was great from the very beginning to the very end. Thank you
Lawrence Davis
Replied last March 04, 2019It was my pleasure assisting you and your company with your transaction. Thank you for taking the time to write your review.
Lawrence Jay Davis's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Davis' advice is spot on; as shown by the answers he has posted to questions on probate and estate planning, he takes the time to answer questions in a common sense manner and plainly addresses legal issues."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Larry is an experienced real estate and transactional attorney."
"I have known Larry Davis for more than 28 years. I don't hesitate to endorse him because he's knowledgeable, competant and cares about his clients. I've enjoyed working with him in the past, and look forward to continuing and expanding that relationship in the future."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Larry and I worked together on a challenging matter involving structuring a business entity and a buy-sell agreement for multiple partners. I found Larry to be experienced, insightful, professional and courteous. I hope to have other opportunities to work with Larry, and I recommend Larry to others without hesitation."
"I have known Larry Davis, both personally and professionally, for twenty years. We have worked together on some cases and opposed each other on other cases. I have retained Larry to represent me in my own legal affairs on numerous occasions, and in every instance, I have found Larry to be extremely knowledgable, professional, efficient and patient. He has obtained results I didn't think were possible, and I do certainly endorse and recommend Larry Davis as legal advisor and counsel."
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Experience
Honors
2026
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1986 - Present
President, Lawrence Jay Davis, P.A.
Associations
2002 - Present
Town of Davie Police Pension FundSecretary/Trustee
Sample of Legal Cases
Formal Administration
The decedent's assets are distributed pursuant to the Will or to the heirs at law. The decedent's creditors are given the opportunity to file a claim and prove their entitlement to non-exempt assets.
Education
1985
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
Florida Atlantic University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2020
Ask the Affiliate Attorney
Probate Related Title Issues
2016
F.P.P.T.A. Fall Trustee School
Florida Estate Planning, Probate and Asset Protection for the Pension Trustee
2015
Winter Trustee's School
Estate Planning, Probate and Asset Protection
2014
Winter Trustee's School
Probate, Estate Planning and Asset Protection for the Pension Trustee
2013
F.P.P.T.A. Annual Conference
Probate, Estate Planning & Asset Protection for the Pension Trustee
2011
Public Pension Trustee's School
Probate, Estate Planning and Asset Protection
Publications
2020
Senior Moments Blog
Avoid Probate with a Life Estate: A Better Kind of Bypass
Languages
Spanish
English
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Lawrence earned significant contribution points in 2015.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my Dad designate more than one person to have Power of Attorney in Florida
09 Nov 2021
Q&A
I was left property (land) in my mother's will. She has passed? How do I transfer the property into my name?
21 Oct 2021
Q&A
HHow long do I have to claim stuff and execute the will?
15 Dec 2020