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William H Davis

Trainor Fairbrook
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Contact

Email
mail@trainorfairbrook.com
Phone
(916) 929-7000 (4420
Address
US

Professional

Bar Admissions
California1980Pennsylvania1982U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit1993U.S. District Court Northern District of California1980U.S. District Court Eastern District of California1982

About

William H. Davis is a distinguished attorney at Trainor Fairbrook, specializing in estate planning, trust administration, and trusts and estates litigation. With a profound understanding of the complexities involved in these areas, William is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of his clients across the United States. William's expertise encompasses a wide range of estate planning strategies, ensuring that clients are equipped with the knowledge and tools to safeguard their assets and achieve their long-term goals. His proficiency in trust administration allows him to navigate the intricacies of managing and executing trusts efficiently, while his litigation experience ensures robust representation in disputes related to trusts and estates. Educated at the McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, where he earned his J.D., and subsequently at Golden Gate University School of Law, where he received an LL.M. in Taxation with honors, William combines academic excellence with practical experience. His commitment to his clients is evident in his personalized approach, ensuring that each client receives the attention and guidance necessary to make informed decisions. Based in the United States, William H. Davis is not only a trusted legal advisor but also a steadfast advocate for his clients, committed to achieving favorable outcomes and fostering lasting relationships built on trust and integrity.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

Credentials

Education
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, Sacramento, California | J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence | Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco, California | LL.M. | Honors: Outstanding Student, 2013 | Major: Taxation | University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon | B.A., Bachelor of Arts

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
"BV® Distinguished™" Rating by Martindale-Hubbell | Best of the Bar, Sacramento Business Journal, 2016 | Top Lawyer, Sacramento Magazine, 2015 - 2016 | Recognized as an Honored Advisor, Sacramento Region Community Foundation
Publications
["Contractors License May Be Revoked for Breach of Warranty Superior California Building (BIA), July, 1989", "Construction Defects and the Statute of Limitations, November, 1989", "Bonded Stop Notice Claimants Can Have Statutory Priority Over Claim of the Construction Lender, April, 1990"]
Associations
Sacramento County Superior Court, 1985 - Present (Judicial Arbitrator) | Sacramento County Superior Court, 1989 - Present (Pro-Tem Judge) | Sacramento County Bar Association (Member, Real Property Section) | Pennsylvania Bar Association (Member) | State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates Section (Member) | Sacramento County Bar Association, Probate and Estate Planning Section (Member) | Sacramento Estate Planning Council (Member)
Updated: Mar 14, 2026