Atty. Howard Yeilding Downey

Atty. Howard Yeilding Downey

Mr. Howard Yeilding Downey is a lawyer practicing wrongful termination, construction accidents, construction arbitration and 64 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (205) 666-6088 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Howard Yeilding Downey at a glance

Howard Yeilding Downey is a Partner based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Downey Law, P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Alabama U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Middle Districts of Alabama and U.S. Court of Ap (1990). Educated at University of Alabama (J.D., 1989) and University of Alabama (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Birmingham, Shelby County and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar Alabama Defense Lawyers Association Alabama Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Howard Yeilding Downey is a lawyer practicing wrongful termination, construction accidents, construction arbitration and 64 other areas of law
  • Howard received a B.A. degree from University of Alabama in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Howard practices at Downey Law, P.C. in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Yeilding Downey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Yeilding Downey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

Howard Yeilding Downey is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Alabama →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Howard Yeilding Downey is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Alabama →

Wrongful Death

Howard Yeilding Downey is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Alabama →

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.

Howard Yeilding Downey is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Howard Yeilding Downey

Where is Howard Yeilding Downey's law office located?
Howard Yeilding Downey's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Downey Law, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard Yeilding Downey handle?
Howard Yeilding Downey focuses on wrongful termination, car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Howard Yeilding Downey practiced law?
Howard Yeilding Downey has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Howard Yeilding Downey go to law school?
Howard Yeilding Downey earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Howard Yeilding Downey for a consultation?
You can contact Howard Yeilding Downey 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 Howard Yeilding Downey received?
Howard Yeilding Downey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Alabama
- 1989
B.A.
University of Alabama
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Middle Districts of Alabama and U.S. Court of Ap
Admitted: 1990

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