Atty. Christopher Joseph Downey

Atty. Christopher Joseph Downey

Christopher Joseph Downey is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Christopher Joseph Downey at a glance

Christopher Joseph Downey is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Christopher J. Downey, Esq.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1994). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1993) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher Joseph Downey is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Christopher practices at Christopher J. Downey, Esq. in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Joseph Downey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Joseph Downey 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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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 Santa Monica 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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Where is Christopher Joseph Downey's law office located?
Christopher Joseph Downey's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Christopher J. Downey, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Joseph Downey handle?
Christopher Joseph Downey focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Christopher Joseph Downey practiced law?
Christopher Joseph Downey has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Christopher Joseph Downey go to law school?
Christopher Joseph Downey earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1993
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1987

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1994

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