Atty. Patrick James Downing

Atty. Patrick James Downing

Patrick James Downing is a lawyer practicing family, divorce & separation, child custody and 2 other areas of law. Patrick has been licensed for 13 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 13 Years Experience 13 year
Call (612) 440-2726

Profile Summary

About Patrick James Downing at a glance

Patrick James Downing is a divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and creditor rights attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2013). Educated at Thomas Jefferson School of Law (JD, 2013). Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick James Downing is a lawyer practicing family, divorce & separation, child custody and 2 other areas of law
  • Patrick has been licensed for 13 years
  • Patrick practices in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick James Downing's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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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Child Support

Patrick James Downing is one of 21,259 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Minnesota →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Patrick James Downing is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick James Downing

Where is Patrick James Downing's law office located?
Patrick James Downing's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick James Downing handle?
Patrick James Downing focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Patrick James Downing practiced law?
Patrick James Downing has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Patrick James Downing go to law school?
Patrick James Downing earned their education at (JD, 2013).
How can I contact Patrick James Downing for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2013

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