Pawnee A. Davis
We Put Our Clients First
I am an award-winning attorney who is experienced and knowledgeable. I am committed to serving my clients well through assertive and strategic advocacy. All cases are handled with care and with a focus on getting results for my client. I seek the best resolution for you.
What is different about my firm?
In Family Law, we place special focus on Domestic Violence as we have an excellent success rate! We also excel in other areas of family law with our thoroughness and conscientiousness in handling all cases and genuinely wanting to make our clients' lives better. It is a small woman-owned firm, that works hard for you! We are masters in strategy, analysis, and representation of your legal matter!
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Some results:
Prevailed in child custody and support matter and obtain the supervised visitation relief client requested to keep her child safe.
Won all domestic violence trials. Clients represented include plaintiffs/petitioners and defendants/respondents.
Obtained an award of 50% joint physical custody and decision making authority for a father--exactly what he wanted.
Won a judgment for a mother so that she is able to keep primary custody of her special needs daughter.
Through my contract writing, a cyber security firm received the correct contractor agreements in place for its federal contract.
Under my representation, a man received a protective order against his harassing ex-girlfriend.
These are just some of the ways I've helped my clients.
Call now for your case evaluation!
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
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I offer free phone consultations After the phone consultation we will meet in person and discuss how I would approach your case based on your unique circumstances.
- District of Columbia
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- Maryland
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- Spanish: Written
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- Various short-term contract positions at law firms
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- Handled family law, contract law, and negotiated settlements for law firms.
- Policy/Legal Analyst
- Government Accountability Office
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- Legal and policy research, analysis, and writing: immigration, insider trading, appropriations law, and other matters. Received multiple awards relating to leadership, thorough analysis, and financial savings.
- Legal Intern
- Regional Housing Legal Services
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- Legal research and advice regarding incorporation of non-profit organizations and affordable housing issues.
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- Various short-term internships
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- Worked at district attorney's office, county attorney's office, alternative dispute resolution department. Helped prepare and file pleadings, summaries, memos, researched cases, prepared evidence, and legal memos.
- University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- J.D. | Law
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- Activities: Journal of Technology, Law, and Policy
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- University System of Georgia - Savannah State University
- M.A. (2001) | Public Administration
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- Honors: Summa Cum Laude
- Activities: Tutor, Pre-law Fraternity, Legal Intern
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- California State University - Sacramento
- B.A. (1999) | Government/Pre-Law
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- Activities: Tutor, Women's Track Team
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- Top Rated Lawyers in Maryland
- The American Registry
- 10 Best Family Law Firm
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers
- 10 Best Attorneys
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- Rising Stars
- Super Lawyers
- J Franklyn Bourne
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- Native American Bar Association of DC
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- Women's Bar Association of DC
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- Washington Council for Lawyers
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- Montgomery County Bar Association
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- DC Bar Association
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- Maryland State Bar
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- 5th National Pastoral Domestic Violence Leadership Conference, Conference, Washington, DC
- Pennsylvania Avenue Baptist Church
- As a panelist, spoke about the domestic violence from a legal perspective and answered questions.
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- Pawnee A. Davis Law Firm, LLC.
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- Q. Must adultery be proven to obtain a divorce
- A: In Maryland you can get divorce without something having happened that was either spouse's fault. If you relied on adultery as the reason for getting the divorce then you would have to prove adultery and this can be difficult. However, there are other "reasons," that attorneys and the law call "grounds" for divorce. You can also get a no-fault divorce, which is the easiest way. A no-fault divorce only requires that you be separated for one year before filing. The separation period is not usually in dispute between spouses, but you would go to trial on the other issues that need to be resolved. If you have agreed on every single issue that needs to be resolved in the divorce, and left nothing unresolved, then you can file for a divorce without being separated for one year. Whether you think you need an uncontested divorce or contested divorce you should speak to an attorney to find out what approach may be best for your particular circumstances, including on what grounds to file for the divorce and when you should file. An attorney can also ensure your separation agreement is legally enforceable and sufficient if you need an uncontested divorce. If you are going to trial because you have disputed issues, an attorney can help you figure out strategies for collecting evidence, building your case, and presenting your case.
- Q. i want to file for divorce and leave this abusive marriage with 2 kids will this negatively affect my case for divorce
- A: I am sorry to hear that you are going through this difficult situation in your life. It is very important that you find an attorney with whom you can go into detail about this question given the different factors involved. It would not be wise to give a simple answer to such a very complicated and serious matter. Again, I encourage to speak to an attorney one-on-one.
- Q. My wife and I have filed for divorce. She purchased a house with my money in Maryland. Am I entitled to this property?
- A: If the house was purchased during the marriage it is likely that you both are entitled to half of the house because it is marital property. If it is marital property, either of you may propose to buy the other's interest in the house or you may put the house on the market and split the proceeds.
