Meghan Terry Davis, Partner
Meghan Terry Davis counsels clients on estate planning, tax planning, guardianship, and trust and probate administration matters. She enjoys helping people create an estate plan tailored to their immediate and future needs. She listens carefully and works thoughtfully because she understands how a well-documented plan will provide peace of mind as families and careers grow.
Meghan regularly represents clients in guardianship cases for minors, on matters when a family member is being adjudged disabled, and in probate court after a loved one has passed. These appearances provide Meghan the opportunity to help “bring order to chaos” and to guide and stand by her clients during stressful life events.
Beginning her legal career as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable John C. Hayes, III of the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit of South Carolina, Meghan assisted in many civil and criminal trials. She grew to love the practice of law and appreciate the role that attorneys can play as advocates for their clients in the courtroom.
After her clerkship, Meghan served as a public defender in South Carolina, which allowed her to aid her community’s underprivileged population. At any given time, Meghan helped more than 225 clients navigate through their misdemeanor and felony criminal charges. Learning to juggle numerous cases in high-pressure situations while maintaining a compassionate attitude made her a stronger advocate, sensitive counselor, and a highly skilled attorney.
- Winthrop University, B.S. in Accounting, 2004
- Winthrop University, M.B.A., 2006
- Regent Law School, J.D., 2009
- Taught CLE titled “Nuts and Bolts of Decedent’s Estates” presentation for Chicago Volunteer Legal Services (CVLS), 2019
- Presenter, New Generation of Leadership in Philanthropy and Non-Profits, Southeastern Council of Foundations, 2006
- Student Presenter, Camp Asbury: An Analysis of a Two-Person Work Relationship, South East Decision Sciences Institute, 2005
- Guest speaker, Wheaton College’s Business Law and Pre-Law courses
Professional
- South Carolina Bar Association
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Chicago Bar Association
- Court-Appointed Guardian Ad Litem
- Member of Chicago Bar Association Probate Rules and Forms Committee
Civic activities
- Past President and Vice President of Wheaton College Women’s Club
- Regent Law Board of Visitors Board Member