Atty. Mark Joseph Downton

Atty. Mark Joseph Downton

Mark Joseph Downton is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, civil litigation, foster care and 9 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Xavier University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Nashville Nashville 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Joseph Downton at a glance

Mark Joseph Downton is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Downton Clark, PLLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, immigration, poa, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2000), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (2001), and U.S. Supreme Court (2004). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville College of Law (J.D., 1999) and Xavier University (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark Joseph Downton is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, civil litigation, foster care and 9 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from Xavier University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Mark practices at Downton Clark, PLLC in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Joseph Downton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Joseph Downton 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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Mark Joseph Downton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Immigration Law

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Power of Attorney

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Juvenile Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Joseph Downton

Where is Mark Joseph Downton's law office located?
Mark Joseph Downton's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Downton Clark, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Joseph Downton handle?
Mark Joseph Downton focuses on family law, employment, immigration, poa, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Mark Joseph Downton practiced law?
Mark Joseph Downton has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Mark Joseph Downton go to law school?
Mark Joseph Downton earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Mark Joseph Downton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville College of Law
- 1999
B.A.
Xavier University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2004

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