Atty. J Riley Davis

Atty. J Riley Davis

J Riley Davis is a lawyer practicing administrative law, regulatory law, governmental law and 8 other areas of law. J received a B.A. degree from Univ. of Florida in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Tallahassee Tallahassee 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About J Riley Davis at a glance

J Riley Davis is a Shareholder based in Tallahassee, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on employment, business, tax, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in FL (1969). Educated at Florida State Univ. (J.D., 1969) and Univ. of Florida (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J Riley Davis is a lawyer practicing administrative law, regulatory law, governmental law and 8 other areas of law
  • J received a B.A. degree from Univ. of Florida in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • J practices at Akerman LLP in Tallahassee, FL

Practice Areas Explained

J Riley Davis's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

J Riley Davis is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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J Riley Davis is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

J Riley Davis is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

J Riley Davis is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J Riley Davis

Where is J Riley Davis's law office located?
J Riley Davis's law practice is located in Tallahassee, Florida. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Riley Davis handle?
J Riley Davis focuses on employment, business, tax, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has J Riley Davis practiced law?
J Riley Davis has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did J Riley Davis go to law school?
J Riley Davis earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact J Riley Davis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has J Riley Davis received?
J Riley Davis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State Univ.
- 1969
B.A.
Univ. of Florida
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

FL
Admitted: 1969

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