Atty. Ames Davis

Atty. Ames Davis

Ames Davis is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, commercial, litigation & dispute resolution and 4 other areas of law. Ames received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Nashville Nashville 57 Years Experience 57 year
Call (659) 204-2682

Profile Summary

About Ames Davis at a glance

Ames Davis is a Past Chairman of Firm based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. Court of Appeals for the First U.S. District Court (1969). Educated at Vanderbilt University Law School (J.D., 1969) and Amherst College (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of which affords shelter to employed homeless persons in the Nashville area •Former Davidson County Election Commissioner •Past Senior Warden, Christ Episcopal Church in Nashville. Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ames Davis is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, commercial, litigation & dispute resolution and 4 other areas of law
  • Ames received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Ames practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Ames Davis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ames Davis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Nashville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ames Davis

Where is Ames Davis's law office located?
Ames Davis's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ames Davis handle?
Ames Davis focuses on business, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Ames Davis practiced law?
Ames Davis has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Ames Davis go to law school?
Ames Davis earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Ames Davis for a consultation?
You can contact Ames Davis directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Ames Davis received?
Ames Davis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University Law School
- 1969
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. Court of Appeals for the First U.S. District Court
Admitted: 1969

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