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Kimberly Rae Davis
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Biography
Ms. Davis' practice is primarily focused in the area of education law, representing and advising charter schools and school districts throughout the state. In her practice, Ms. Davis provide daily advice and assistance to school districts, charter schools, and other public educational institutions on a broad range of matters including, but not limited to, disability law matters, such as special education due process hearings, Office of Civil Rights (“OCR”) complaints, and special education state complaints; student discipline; personnel issues; Governing Board liability; open meeting laws; public records issues; EEOC Complaints; and employment law matters.
Prior to completing her legal education, Ms. Davis worked as a school psychologist for twelve years in both Arizona and Washington State. As a school psychologist, Ms. Davis was primarily responsible for conducting comprehensive evaluations of students, as well as was routinely involved in the development and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (“IEP”), behavior plans, and functional behavioral assessments.
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Licensed in North Carolina for 3 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 12 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Udall Shumway Plc
1138 N Alma School Rd Ste 101, Mesa, AZ, 85201-6695
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Kimberly Rae Davis's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2015
Principal
Kim Davis is an excellent attorney and has a wealth of practical knowledge when dealing with tough special education issues. During the time I have worked with Ms. Davis she has been knowledgeable, compassionate, and informative. Ms. Davis always responds quickly and provides support that enables the...
Posted by Margo | June 17, 2015
Kim is great to work with.
Kim offers on-going legal advice and support to our school. I have found her to be very responsive to our needs and she offers clear, concise information and guidance especially with regard to special education law.
Posted by Dennis | September 25, 2014
Review of Kimberly Davis
Ms. Davis was highly recommended to us by other attorneys, and we are not disappointed! She is well-versed in the education field and provides us with expertise advice and counsel. She is not only knowledgeable due to her experience in education , but also her vast understanding of the law. Ms. Davis...
Posted by Hope | January 22, 2014
Outstanding
Ms. Davis was an extern at my firm while she was attending law school. Her performance was outstanding, and she has a wealth of knowledge based on her background as a psychologist and her work in school districts, surpassed only by her intelligence and analytical abilities.
Kimberly Rae Davis's Lawyer Endorsements
"Kim is an excellent attorney whose attention to detail sets her above her peers. Kim can be relied upon to thoroughly examine all aspects of a pending legal concern and to ensure that the client's needs are being met. Kim's down-to-earth pragmatic approach is an asset that any education client stands to benefit from."
"Kim is a great attorney that school districts have grown to love. I have no reservations in endorsing her."
"Kim Davis and I studied together in law school and have known each other since. In fact, she was a 3L and my mentor when I was a mere 1L. You will get nothing less than her full time and attention when engaging her. Kim is a dedicated, ethical, and smart attorney who works tirelessly. I have no reservations recommending her to anyone."
"I have had the privilege to know Ms. Davis as a friend and most recently as Opposing Counsel. Ms. Davis is extremely knowledgable in education law. She is a gifted attorney. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Ms. Davis as well as across the table. She is very smart and professional. I highly recommend her."
"Ms. Davis is a highly skilled attorney in education and employment law. She brings exceptional knowledge and experience to her education law practice."
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Experience
Honors
2013
CALI Award, CALI
2010
CALI Award, CALI
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Education Law Attorney, Udall Shumway PLC
2006 - Present
Certified School Psychologist, State Of Arizona
2009 - 2012
School Psychologist, Mesa Public Schools
2006 - 2009
Contract School Psychologist, STARS, Inc.
2003 - 2006
Owner/School Psychologist, Psychological Assessment, Inc.
Associations
2015 - Present
The Centers for HabilitationBoard of Directors
2014 - Present
Young Lawyers Division of the Maricopa County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2013 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2013 - Present
National School Boards Association, Council of School AttorneysMember
2013 - Present
Arizona Council of School AttorneysMember
2013 - Present
Arizona School Boards AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Certified School PsychologistArizona
2013 - 2015
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2013 - 2015
Arizona Women Lawyers Association (Maricopa chapter)Member
2013 - 2015
Arizona Summit Law School Alumni AssociationBoard of Directors - Secretary
Education
2012
Phoenix School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Idaho State University
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)
1999
Idaho State University
Masters of Education (M. Ed.)
1997
Idaho State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
National Business Institute
Lawfully Managing Student Records without Violating Privacy Rights
2016
Arizona Council for Administrators in Special Education (AZCASE) Annual Conference
Legal Considerations for Educating Students with Learning Disabilities
2015
NBI - Arizona Special Education Law
Framework of Special Education Law/Requirements of the IDEA/Ethics in Special Education Law
2015
Arizona School Boards Association Annual Law Conference
Restraint & Seclusion of Students: Complying with Arizona's New Law
2015
Arizona Council of Administrators of Special Education - Principals Guide to Special Education
Principal's Guide to Staying Out of Trouble: A Day in the Life of.
2015
Arizona Council for Administrators in Special Education (AZCASE)
Really? I Didn't Know That!
2014
NBI - Arizona Special Education Law
Evaluations and Eligibility/School Actions (and Inactions) That Can Result in Lawsuits
2014
Arizona School Boards Association Annual Law Pre-Conference
Section 504: The Other Special Education Law
2014
Arizona Charter Schools Association Educator Summit
From Day One: Identification, Eligibility, and Implementation Under Section 504
2013
Special Education Seminar for Charter Schools
Child Find and Evaluations
2013
Arizona School Psychologists Association's Annual Conference
The School Attorney's Guide to Navigating Disabilities Law in Public Schools
2013
Arizona School Boards Association Annual Law Pre-Conference
Legal News You Can (and Should) Use
Publications
2016
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
What, Why and How: Policies and Practices for Charter Schools To Help Reduce Legal Liabilities – Part I
2016
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
What, Why and How: Policies and Practices for Charter Schools To Help Reduce Legal Liabilities – Part 2
2016
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Discipline of Students with Disabilities in Charter Schools
2015
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Social Media and Student Discipline
2015
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Students with Disabilities & Extracurricular Activities
2015
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
School Personnel's Obligation to Report Child Abuse
2015
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
FERPA – When Prior Consent is not Required
2015
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Civil Claims Against Charter Schools
2015
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Arizona’s New Law On Restraint & Seclusion
2015
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Drug and or Alcohol Testing of School Employees (Non-Transportation)
2014
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Open Meeting Law
2014
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
2014
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Section 504
2014
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Website Accessibility under the ADA
2014
Udall Shumway PLC Website Blog
Rock the Vote!
2011
Presented at the 2011 Congress of the International Academy of Law and Mental Health in Berlin, Germany.
Changing the Law School Landscape with Therapeutic Jurisprudence: Looking Beyond the Trees to See the Forest.
Languages
English