Atty. James E. Davis
James E. Davis ("Jim") was born in 1934 in Barberton, Ohio.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Akron, OH · 65+ Years Experience
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About James E. Davis at a Glance
James E. Davis is an Of Counsel based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on construction, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District (1961). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1961) and The Ohio State University (B.A. Political, 1955). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Davis
- James E. Davis ("Jim") was born in 1934 in Barberton, Ohio
- He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from The Ohio State University and his Juris Doctor from the Cleveland Marshall School of Law
- He is a member of the Akron and Ohio Bar Associations
- In 2015, Jim was honored as the Senior Lawyer of the Year by the Akron Bar Association
- He served in the United States Army and was a Board Member of the Akron Bar and Akron Bar Foundation where he served a term as President
- He is a musician and is active in local music organizations
- He recently published a book entitled "Fundamental Exercises for Trumpet Players"
- He has practiced before the PUCO, ICC , the FCC and the Ohio Supreme Court
Practice Areas Explained
James E. Davis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Davis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Akron.
Construction Law in Akron
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Government & Administrative Law in Akron
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Health Care Law in Akron
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Akron
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Akron are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Akron Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Akron-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Akron Choose James E. Davis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E. Davis's practice in the field of construction, government, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Davis brings 65+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering construction, government, and health care, James E. Davis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Akron
A Akron-based practice means James E. Davis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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