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Atty. Andrew Bennett Downs

Atty. Andrew Bennett Downs

Andrew Bennett Downs is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, insurance industry services group, admiralty & maritime and 2 other areas of law. Andrew received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Andrew Bennett Downs at a glance

Andrew Bennett Downs is a Shareholder-in-Charge based in San Francisco, California, practforg at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. They haand 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in California (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985), U.S. Supreme Court (1991), and Nevada U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (2002). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Andrew Bennett Downs is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, insurance industry services group, admiralty & maritime and 2 other areas of law
  • Andrew received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Andrew practices at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Andrew Bennett Downs's law office located?
Andrew Bennett Downs's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Andrew Bennett Downs practiced law?
Andrew Bennett Downs has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Andrew Bennett Downs go to law school?
Andrew Bennett Downs earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
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What awards or recognition has Andrew Bennett Downs receiandd?
Andrew Bennett Downs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Johns Hopkins University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
Nevada U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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