Atty. Ariana Downing

Atty. Ariana Downing

Ariana Downing is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal law, juvenile law. Ariana received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Ariana Downing at a glance

Ariana Downing is a criminal defense, juvenile, and appellate attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in California (2009) and Washington (2017). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 2008) and College of William & Mary (B.A. Philosophy, 2005). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ariana Downing is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal law, juvenile law
  • Ariana received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Ariana practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ariana Downing's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ariana Downing handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Juvenile Law

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Ariana Downing is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ariana Downing

Where is Ariana Downing's law office located?
Ariana Downing's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ariana Downing handle?
Ariana Downing focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ariana Downing practiced law?
Ariana Downing has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Ariana Downing go to law school?
Ariana Downing earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. Philosophy, 2005).
How can I contact Ariana Downing for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 2008
B.A. Philosophy
College of William & Mary
- 2005

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2009
Washington
Admitted: 2017

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