Atty. Paul David Downs

Atty. Paul David Downs

Paul David Downs is a lawyer practicing m&a, capital markets, sovereign investors and 4 other areas of law. Paul received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New York New York 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (332) 529-6938

Profile Summary

About Paul David Downs at a glance

Paul David Downs is a business, m&a, adr, and energy attorney based in New York, New York. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in New York (1978) and California (1988). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1977) and Princeton University (A.B., 1974). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul David Downs is a lawyer practicing m&a, capital markets, sovereign investors and 4 other areas of law
  • Paul received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Paul practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Paul David Downs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul David Downs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul David Downs

Where is Paul David Downs's law office located?
Paul David Downs's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul David Downs handle?
Paul David Downs focuses on business, m&a, adr, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Paul David Downs practiced law?
Paul David Downs has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Paul David Downs go to law school?
Paul David Downs earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.B., 1974).
How can I contact Paul David Downs for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1977
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978
California
Admitted: 1988

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