Atty. John M. Downing
John M. Downing is a lawyer practicing aviation, insurance defense law, accident and health insurance and 2 other areas of law.
Accident and Health Insurance & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 64+ Years Experience
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About John M. Downing at a Glance
John M. Downing is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Downing & Peck, P.C.. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on product liability, health care, insurance, and aviation. Admitted to practice in New York (1962), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1965), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1965), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at New York University (LL.M. St., 1964) and St. Francis College (B.B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations New York County Lawyers Association Defense Association of New York The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John M. Downing
- John M. Downing is a lawyer practicing aviation, insurance defense law, accident and health insurance and 2 other areas of law
- John M. received a B.B.A. degree from St. Francis College in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
- John M. practices at Downing & Peck, P.C. in New York, NY
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John M. Downing's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John M. Downing handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Product Liability in New York
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Health Care Law in New York
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
John M. Downing is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in New York →
Insurance Law in New York
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
John M. Downing is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in New York →
Aviation Law in New York
Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.
John M. Downing is one of 9,145 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation attorneys in New York →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose John M. Downing
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 John M. Downing's practice in the field of product liability, health care, insurance, and aviation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John M. Downing brings 64+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, John M. Downing can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering product liability, health care, and insurance, John M. Downing can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means John M. Downing 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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