Atty. Michael Carl Downey
Michael Carl Downey is a lawyer practicing dui law, probate law, family law and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Bradley University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years.
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Michael Carl Downey is a Member based in Dixon, Illinois, practicing at Michael C. Downey. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, probate, and family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1984). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 1984) and Bradley University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Lee County, Whiteside County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Dixon, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael Carl Downey is a lawyer practicing dui law, probate law, family law and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Bradley University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Michael practices at Michael C. Downey in Dixon, IL
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Michael Carl Downey is one of 29,976 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Illinois →
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Michael Carl Downey is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Why local counsel matters in Illinois
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dixon are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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