Atty. Craig Thomas Downs
Craig Thomas Downs is a lawyer practicing mass torts, class actions, personal injury and 10 other areas of law. Craig received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Class Actions & More Attorney · Serving Jacksonville, FL · 37+ Years Experience
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About Craig Thomas Downs at a Glance
Craig Thomas Downs is a Managing Partner based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at The Downs Law Group. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, and class action. Admitted to practice in Florida United States District Court, Southern District of Florida Pro-Hac Vice Eastern District of (1989). Educated at St. Thomas University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Florida State University (B.A. English, 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar Florida Justice Association American Association Justice American Bar Association American Association for Justice Coral Gables Bar Association. Serves clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Craig Thomas Downs
- Craig Thomas Downs is a lawyer practicing mass torts, class actions, personal injury and 10 other areas of law
- Craig received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Craig practices at The Downs Law Group in Jacksonville, FL and 2 others locations
Practice Areas Explained
Craig Thomas Downs's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Craig Thomas Downs handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Jacksonville.
Car Accidents in Jacksonville
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Medical Malpractice in Jacksonville
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Craig Thomas Downs is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →
Personal Injury in Jacksonville
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.
Craig Thomas Downs is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Jacksonville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Craig Thomas Downs is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Class Action in Jacksonville
Craig Thomas Downs is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Jacksonville
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Jacksonville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Jacksonville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Jacksonville-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 Jacksonville Choose Craig Thomas 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 Craig Thomas Downs's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, and class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Craig Thomas Downs brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and personal injury, Craig Thomas Downs can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Jacksonville
A Jacksonville-based practice means Craig Thomas Downs attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Craig Thomas Downs Handles in Jacksonville
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Craig Thomas Downs directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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