Attorney Roderick G. Davis is a native of Wilmington, North Carolina. Roderick graduated from North Carolina A&T State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting.

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North Carolina Central University School of Law Juris Doctor, 2002

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University Bachelor of Science. Accounting 1991

Roderick G. Davis is originally from Wilmington, North Carolina. He earned a Bachelor of Science in accounting from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and a law degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law.

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Upon graduation from law school, Roderick worked for three years as an assistant public defender in Durham, North Carolina. As an assistant public defender, Roderick gained vast experience in criminal law and procedure and developed his trial advocacy skills.

Roderick graduated from North Carolina A&T State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting. Upon graduating from North Carolina A&T, Roderick relocated to the Washington, DC metropolitan area and worked for several years as an accountant and auditor. As an accountant and auditor, Roderick performed financial statement audits for federal, state and local governments.

Roderick previously worked as an assistant public defender in Durham, North Carolina, and as an accountant and auditor in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.

Roderick G. Davis (Democratic Party) is a judge of the North Carolina District Court District 26 Seat 13. Davis assumed office on January 1, 2023. Davis' current term ends on December 31, 2026.

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Davis (Democratic Party) ran for election for judge of the North Carolina District Court District 26 Seat 13. Davis won in the general election on November 8, 2022.

Roderick currently serves as a judge of the North Carolina District Court, District 26, Seat 13. He was elected in 2022 and assumed office in 2023.

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Durham County Public Defender's Office
2003 - 2005
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The Law Office of Roderick G. Davis, PLLC
2006 - 2020

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Attorney Davis has extensive knowledge of North Carolina and federal criminal law. He will work hard to protect your legal rights. Attorney Davis has successfully represented clients throughout the state of North Carolina charged with everything from traffic violations, DWI, misdemeanors and serious felony offenses.

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Attorney Davis has successfully represented both plaintiffs and defendants in a variety of civil cases. We carefully analyze our client's position as it relates to nature of the civil action. After careful consideration of the facts and consultation with our clients we pursue a path of litigation that effectively addresses the client's needs and interest.

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Attorney Davis has successfully litigated an array of personal injury claims. If you have been injured as the result of another's negligence, Attorney Davis will zealously pursue your legal claims and rights to compensation.

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As a state district court judge, oversees all felony, probate, and civil cases, authorizes naturalization and divorce proceedings, and exercises authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.

Served as an attorney at The Law Office of Roderick G. Davis, PLLC, representing criminal-defense clients and litigating civil and personal-injury cases.

Served for three years as an assistant public defender in Durham, gaining experience in criminal law, procedure, and trial advocacy.

- As a state district court judge, oversees all felony, probate, and civil cases, authorizes naturalization and divorce proceedings, and exercises authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.
- Served as an attorney at The Law Office of Roderick G. Davis, PLLC, representing criminal-defense clients and litigating civil and personal-injury cases.
- Served for three years as an assistant public defender in Durham, gaining experience in criminal law, procedure, and trial advocacy.

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As of January 5, 2026, Roderick G. Davis did not have a website or any information online.

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- Served for three years as an assistant public defender in Durham, gaining experience in criminal law, procedure, and trial advocacy.

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Roderick is from Wilmington, North Carolina. He attended North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University. He has a bachelor’s degree in accounting from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and a Juris Doctor from North Carolina Central University School of Law.

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Roderick is a judge of the North Carolina District Court for District 26. He works at the North Carolina District Court, where he has been since January 1, 2023. He previously worked as an assistant public defender at the Durham County Public Defender's Office, as an attorney at The Law Office of Roderick G. Davis, PLLC, and earlier as an accountant and auditor performing financial statement audits for federal, state and local governments and assisting small businesses in the Washington, D.C. area.

Roderick G. Davis is currently a judge of the North Carolina District Court District 26 Seat 13. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term.

Understands the needs of small business owners.

Understands the needs of small businesses.

As an attorney, assisted small businesses and nonprofit organizations with compliance, disclosure, and reporting requirements.

As an accountant and auditor, performed financial statement audits for federal, state and local governments and assisted small businesses and nonprofit organizations with compliance, disclosure and reporting requirements.

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- District Court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases. Civil cases dealing with divorce, child custody, and child support are heard in District Court. 
- Under the District Court, the magistrate can try small claims cases ($10,000 or less), landlord eviction cases, and suits for recovery of personal property. A magistrate is an independent judicial officer, recognized by the North Carolina Constitution as an officer of the district court. 
- District Court Judges are elected for a four-year term. Elections are partisan. 

Judge who handles majority of trial level cases.