Atty. Paul K. Downes
Experienced Minnesota Personal Injury Trial Attorney Paul Downes is a veteran Minnesota trial lawyer at SiebenCarey who has spent more than three decades helping injury victims and their families pursue justice after serious accidents, wrongful death , medical negligence , and other life-changing personal injuries . Known for his personalized approach and strong courtroom advocacy, he has built a reputation for combining compassionate client service with proven trial experience.
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Paul K. Downes is a personal injury attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at SiebenCarey. Admitted to practice in Minnesota, Minnesota State Bar Association. Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of St. Thomas (St. Paul) (BA, 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Minnesota State Bar Association - Certified Civil Trial Law Specialist (2026). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Experienced Minnesota Personal Injury Trial Attorney Paul Downes is a veteran Minnesota trial lawyer at SiebenCarey who has spent more than three decades helping injury victims and their families pursue justice after serious accidents, wrongful death, medical negligence, and other life-changing personal injuries
- Known for his personalized approach and strong courtroom advocacy, he has built a reputation for combining compassionate client service with proven trial experience
- Paul is a Certified Civil Trial Law Specialist, a distinction earned by fewer than 3% of licensed Minnesota attorneys
- The certification recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated extensive trial experience, advanced legal knowledge, and a commitment to the highest professional standards
- He focuses his practice on personal injury and wrongful death litigation, representing clients in cases involving motor vehicle accidents, defective products, catastrophic injuries, and other complex claims
- Before joining SiebenCarey as a partner in 2002, Paul co-founded the personal injury firm Meyer & Associates alongside Helen Meyer, a distinguished Minnesota attorney and former Minnesota Supreme Court Justice
- During that time, he developed the client-first philosophy that continues to guide his practice today
- Paul's professional accomplishments have earned recognition from both his peers and the legal community
- He has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation and has been recognized by Minnesota Super Lawyers for more than two decades
- He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and was elected to the Minnesota chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), an invitation-only organization of experienced trial lawyers and judges
- In addition to his litigation work, Paul was appointed by the Minnesota Supreme Court to serve on the No-Fault Standing Committee, which helps oversee the implementation of Minnesota's no-fault insurance system
- He has served on the Board of Governors for the Minnesota Association for Justice and is a frequent speaker at legal education programs across the country
- Outside the courtroom, Paul is active in his community through charitable work, mentoring law students, and supporting youth programs
- His career has been defined by a simple goal: helping injured people navigate difficult circumstances and move forward with confidence
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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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 andnue, 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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