Atty. James Bevington Davis

Atty. James Bevington Davis

Mr. James Bevington Davis is a lawyer practicing corporate and business law, erisa and employee benefit law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About James Bevington Davis at a glance

James Bevington Davis is a Shareholder based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Gunster, Yoakley & Stewart, P.A.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, business, tax, and adr. Admitted to practice in Texas (1975) and Florida (1975). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1975) and University of Arkansas (B.S.B.A. University, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James Bevington Davis is a lawyer practicing corporate and business law, erisa and employee benefit law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • James Bevington received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James Bevington practices at Gunster, Yoakley & Stewart, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Bevington Davis's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

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

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Bevington Davis is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James Bevington Davis is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 James Bevington Davis

Where is James Bevington Davis's law office located?
James Bevington Davis's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Gunster, Yoakley & Stewart, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Bevington Davis handle?
James Bevington Davis focuses on estate planning, employment, business, tax, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Bevington Davis practiced law?
James Bevington Davis has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Bevington Davis go to law school?
James Bevington Davis earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S.B.A. University, 1971).
How can I contact James Bevington Davis for a consultation?
You can contact James Bevington 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 James Bevington Davis received?
James Bevington Davis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1975
B.S.B.A. University
University of Arkansas
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1975
Florida
Admitted: 1975

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