Atty. David Layne Downs

Atty. David Layne Downs

Mr. David Layne Downs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance defense, commercial law and 6 other areas of law.

Durango Durango 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (970) 844-1954

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About David Layne Downs at a glance

David Layne Downs is a Member based in Durango, Colorado, practicing at Law Offices of David L. Downs, LLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1992), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1995), and Colorado (2001). Educated at St. Mary's University of San Antonio (J.D., 1990) and Southwest Texas State University (B.B.A. Southwest, 1981). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Southwest Colorado Bar Association. Serves clients in Durango, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. David Layne Downs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance defense, commercial law and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a B.B.A. degree from Southwest Texas State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • David practices at Law Offices of David L. Downs, LLC in Durango, CO

Practice Areas Explained

David Layne Downs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Layne Downs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

David Layne Downs is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Colorado →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David Layne Downs is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

David Layne Downs is one of 25,743 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Colorado →

Product Liability

David Layne Downs is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Layne Downs

Where is David Layne Downs's law office located?
David Layne Downs's law practice is located in Durango, Colorado. The firm is Law Offices of David L. Downs, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Layne Downs handle?
David Layne Downs focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has David Layne Downs practiced law?
David Layne Downs has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did David Layne Downs go to law school?
David Layne Downs earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.B.A. Southwest, 1981).
How can I contact David Layne Downs for a consultation?
You can contact David Layne Downs 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 David Layne Downs received?
David Layne Downs's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
St. Mary's University of San Antonio
- 1990
B.B.A. Southwest
Southwest Texas State University
- 1981

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1995
Colorado
Admitted: 2001

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