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Christopher J. Downey is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at The Downey Law Firm. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, and theft. Admitted to practice in Texas (1993). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1993) and Duke University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Christopher J. Downey is a lawyer practicing alcohol related offenses, drug/narcotics offenses, theft & fraud related offenses and 7 other areas of law
- Christopher received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Christopher practices at The Downey Law Firm in Houston, TX
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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