Atty. Jeffery Ward Davis

Atty. Jeffery Ward Davis

Jeffery Ward Davis is a lawyer practicing probate, estate administration, estate planning and 17 other areas of law. Jeffery received a B.B.A. degree from Loyola University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years.

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About Jeffery Ward Davis at a glance

Jeffery Ward Davis is a Partner based in Beatrice, Nebraska, practicing at Smith Schafer Davis Gaertig LLC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2005), New York (2006), Nebraska (2009), and Kansas (2015). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 2005) and Loyola University (B.B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Beatrice, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jeffery Ward Davis is a lawyer practicing probate, estate administration, estate planning and 17 other areas of law
  • Jeffery received a B.B.A. degree from Loyola University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Jeffery practices at Smith Schafer Davis Gaertig LLC in Beatrice, NE and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffery Ward Davis's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nebraska

Practicing law in Nebraska. Legal matters in Nebraska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Beatrice are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nebraska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nebraska 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 Nebraska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffery Ward Davis

Where is Jeffery Ward Davis's law office located?
Jeffery Ward Davis's law practice is located in Beatrice, Nebraska. The firm is Smith Schafer Davis Gaertig LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffery Ward Davis handle?
Jeffery Ward Davis focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Jeffery Ward Davis practiced law?
Jeffery Ward Davis has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Jeffery Ward Davis go to law school?
Jeffery Ward Davis earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Jeffery Ward Davis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 2005
B.B.A.
Loyola University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2005
New York
Admitted: 2006
Nebraska
Admitted: 2009
Kansas
Admitted: 2015

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