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.
Admiralty & Maritime & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 43+ Years Experience
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About Andrew Bennett Downs at a Glance
Andrew Bennett Downs is a Shareholder-in-Charge based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, insurance, and maritime. 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. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- Andrew practices at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Andrew Bennett Downs's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Bennett Downs handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in San Francisco
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in San Francisco
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in San Francisco
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive 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 venue, and the substantive 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Andrew Bennett Downs
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Andrew Bennett Downs's practice in the field of business, litigation, insurance, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Andrew Bennett Downs brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court, Andrew Bennett Downs can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and insurance, Andrew Bennett Downs can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Andrew Bennett Downs attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Andrew Bennett Downs Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Andrew Bennett Downs has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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