Atty. William Chris Davell

Atty. William Chris Davell

William Chris Davell is a lawyer practicing collections, creditor bankruptcy, commercial law and 3 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from Wright State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About William Chris Davell at a glance

William Chris Davell is a Member based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at May, Meacham & Davell, P.A.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, construction, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Florida (1976), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1976), U.S. Supreme Court (1980), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1992). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1976) and Wright State University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Broward County Bar Association. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Chris Davell is a lawyer practicing collections, creditor bankruptcy, commercial law and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Wright State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • William practices at May, Meacham & Davell, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William Chris Davell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Chris Davell 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William Chris Davell is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Florida →

Construction Law

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 William Chris Davell

Where is William Chris Davell's law office located?
William Chris Davell's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is May, Meacham & Davell, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Chris Davell handle?
William Chris Davell focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, construction, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William Chris Davell practiced law?
William Chris Davell has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did William Chris Davell go to law school?
William Chris Davell earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact William Chris Davell for a consultation?
You can contact William Chris Davell 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 William Chris Davell received?
William Chris Davell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stetson University
- 1976
B.S.
Wright State University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1992

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