CHARLES DARWIN "SKIP" DAVIDSON
FOUNDER AND SENIOR PARTNER
From Small-Town Roots to Legal Excellence: The Journey of Skip Davidson
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Growing up in the charming town of Lake Village, Arkansas, Skip Davidson learned the value of hard work and determination from his parents, who instilled in him a deep respect for perseverance and ambition. His journey took flight at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, where he joined the U.S. Army ROTC in 1968, balancing academic pursuits with a commitment to service and leadership. After earning his bachelor’s degree, Skip went on to achieve his law degree in 1973, driven by a lifelong dream of building something enduring—not just a career but a legacy.
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In 1973, Skip founded the Davidson Law Firm, realizing his vision of working for himself and creating opportunities for future generations. With decades of experience, Skip has tried hundreds of cases and tackled a wide range of civil matters. Today, he specializes in general business law and civil litigation, passionately guiding clients as they grow and protect their businesses across multiple generations.
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A true entrepreneur at heart, Skip approaches each case with the same dedication he invests in his own ventures. Beyond the courtroom, he embraces life as a farmer and cattle rancher, finding balance in the tranquil fields of Central Arkansas. Whether he’s strategizing on behalf of his clients or tending to his herd, Skip remains committed to building a legacy defined by hard work, integrity, and a vision for the future.
ADMISSIONS, ASSOCIATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
State Bar: Arkansas
U.S. District Court: Arkansas (Eastern and Western)
U.S. Bankruptcy Court: Arkansas (Eastern and Western)
Arkansas Court of Appeals
Arkansas Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
U.S. Tax Court
U.S. Supreme Court
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Arkansas Bar Association
American Arbitration Association Arbitrator
Arkansas Certified Civil Mediator
National Association of Dealer Counsel
Bank Director Certification
CONTACT SKIP:
501-320-5110
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PARALEGALS:
​Sheila Mannix: sheila.mannix@dlf-ar.com
​Nikki Smith: nikki.smith@dlf-ar.com​
EDUCATION
1970
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Major in Banking and Finance
1973
University of Arkansas - School of Law
Juris Doctorate
AWARDS
2025
2024
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Banking & Finance Law
Business
Business Litigation
Commercial Real Estate
Labor & Employment
Real Estate Law
2020-2023
ARTICLES AND
LECTURES
•Arkansas Women in Agriculture, Presenter, Basic Estate & Succession Planning
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•2017-Current - Book, Construction Law in Arkansas
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•2016-Current - Book, Guide to Divorce in Arkansas
•Half Moon Education, Presenter, Current Issues in Arkansas Construction Law
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Arkansas Foreclosures and Workouts
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Negotiating Real Estate Loan Terms and Workout Options
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Real Estate Loan Workouts
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•Lorman Education Services, Presenter, Fundamentals of Construction Contracts
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Resolving Problems and Disputes on Construction Projects in Arkansas
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•Arkansas Business Magazine, American Institutes of Architects, Contracts (article series)
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Construction Payment Remedies in Arkansas
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•Arkansas Business Magazine American Arbitration Association Procedures (article series)
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Advanced Construction Law
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•Lorman Education Services, Presenter, Construction Claims
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Advanced Construction Law
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Construction Payment Remedies in Arkansas
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Advanced Construction Law
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Construction Law: What to Do
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•Arkansas Institute for CLE, Presenter, Best of CLE 1991
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•Arkansas Institute for CLE, Presenter, Fundamentals of Bankruptcy Practice
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•Professional Education System, Presenter, Fundamentals of Bankruptcy Practice in Arkansas
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•Professional Education System, Presenter, Arkansas UCC Update
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•Trade Association, Presenter, Legal Check-Up for Small Businesses
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•Arkansas Bar Association Law Practice Form Book, Author, Debtor-Creditor Section
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•Realtors Association, Presenter, Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Real Estate Problems and Opportunities”
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•United States Small Business Administration, Presenter, Legal Problems of Small Business”
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Problem Loans in Arkansas
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•Professional Education System, Presenter, Bankruptcy Litigation & Practice in Arkansas
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•Society of Commercial Real Estate Brokers, Presenter, How to Deal with Properties in Bankruptcy Foreclosure and Receivership
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•National Business Institute, Presenter, Basic Bankruptcy
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