Av. John D. Davis

Av. John D. Davis

John Davis represents employers in the areas of labor and employment law and workers’ compensation defense. He spends a considerable amount of his time advising clients in connection with a variety of employment-related matters, including terminations, severance agreements, wage and hour issues, union avoidance, union negotiations, arbitrations, personnel policies and compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.

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About John D. Davis at a glance

John D. Davis is a employment, workers comp, litigation, and government attorney based in Little Rock, Arkansas, practicing at Wright Lindsey Jennings. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1980). Educated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock (JD, 1980) and Auburn University (BS Building Technology, 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Serands clients in Little Rock, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

John Davis represents employers in the areas of labor and employment law and workers’ compensation defense. He spends a considerable amount of his time advising clients in connection with a variety of employment-related matters, including terminations, severance agreements, wage and hour issues, union avoidance, union negotiations, arbitrations, personnel policies and compliance with federal, state and local employment laws. In addition, Davis frequently appears before the Arkansas Workers’ Compensation Commission on behalf of insurance carriers and self-insured employers.

Davis's recent experience includes:

  • Assisting a client in negotiating contracts to supply biomass feed stock to alternative energy companies in the U.S. and overseas.
  • Representing a client in an audit conducted by the United States Department of Labor (Wage & Hour Division) where no penalties or back wages were assessed.
  • Successfully defending a client in a controverted workers' compensation claim where an employee alleged he was permanently and totally disabled because of a back injury.

    Practice Areas Explained

    John D. Davis's Areas of Practice

    Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John D. 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.

    John D. Davis is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Arkansas →

    Workers Compensation

    Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

    John D. Davis is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Arkansas →

    Civil Litigation

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

    John D. Davis is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arkansas →

    Government & Administrative Law

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

    John D. Davis is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Arkansas →

    Jurisdictional Context

    Why local counsel matters in Arkansas

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

    Looking for additional Arkansas attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Little Rock or all attorneys in Arkansas.

    Frequently Asked

    Common questions about John D. Davis

    Where is John D. Davis's law office located?
    John D. Davis's law practice is located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The firm is Wright Lindsey Jennings. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
    What practice areas does John D. Davis handle?
    John D. Davis focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
    How long has John D. Davis practiced law?
    John D. Davis has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
    Where did John D. Davis go to law school?
    John D. Davis earned their education at (JD, 1980); (BS Building Technology, 1975).
    How can I contact John D. Davis for a consultation?
    You can contact John D. 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 John D. Davis received?
    John D. Davis's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law; Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers.

    Eğitim

    JD
    University of Arkansas at Little Rock
    - 1980
    BS Building Technology
    Auburn University
    - 1975

    Ödüller

    Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Management
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation
    - 2026
    Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers (Little Rock)
    - 2013

    Bar Admissions

    Arkansas
    Admitted: 1980

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