Atty. James Morris Downey

Atty. James Morris Downey

James Morris Downey is a lawyer practicing family law, child abuse and neglect, adoption law. James received a A.B. degree from Davidson College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Boulder Boulder 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About James Morris Downey at a glance

James Morris Downey is a family law and adoption attorney based in Boulder, Colorado. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Florida (1968) and Colorado (Inactive) (1971). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1968) and Davidson College (A.B., 1965). Serands clients in Boulder, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Morris Downey is a lawyer practicing family law, child abuse and neglect, adoption law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Davidson College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James practices in Boulder, CO

Practice Areas Explained

James Morris Downey's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Adoption

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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 Boulder 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 andnue, 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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Where is James Morris Downey's law office located?
James Morris Downey's law practice is located in Boulder, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Morris Downey handle?
James Morris Downey focuses on family law, adoption. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has James Morris Downey practiced law?
James Morris Downey has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James Morris Downey go to law school?
James Morris Downey earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B., 1965).
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Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1968
A.B.
Davidson College
- 1965

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1968
Colorado (Inactive)
Admitted: 1971

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