Atty. David A. Downes
David A. Downes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense.
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David A. Downes is a Member based in Front Royal, Virginia, practicing at David A. Downes, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1987), West Virginia (1988), and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 1987) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Front Royal, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David A. Downes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
- David received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- David practices at David A. Downes, P.C. in Front Royal, VA
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Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Front Royal are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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