Atty. Brian P. Downey

Atty. Brian P. Downey

Brian P. Downey is a lawyer practicing social security, antitrust / trade law, personal injury and 13 other areas of law.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (223) 369-7127 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Brian P. Downey at a glance

Brian P. Downey is a Partner based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, practicing at Troutman Pepper Locke. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, ssd, and class action. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1990) and Ohio (2010). Educated at Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian P. Downey is a lawyer practicing social security, antitrust / trade law, personal injury and 13 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Brian practices at Troutman Pepper Locke in Harrisburg, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Brian P. Downey's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Brian P. Downey is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Brian P. Downey is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Brian P. Downey is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Brian P. Downey is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Class Action

Brian P. Downey is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Harrisburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian P. Downey

Where is Brian P. Downey's law office located?
Brian P. Downey's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The firm is Troutman Pepper Locke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian P. Downey handle?
Brian P. Downey focuses on personal injury, employment, business, ssd, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Brian P. Downey practiced law?
Brian P. Downey has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Brian P. Downey go to law school?
Brian P. Downey earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Brian P. Downey for a consultation?
You can contact Brian P. Downey directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian P. Downey received?
Brian P. Downey's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Dartmouth College
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1990
Ohio
Admitted: 2010

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