Atty. Robert S. Downs

Atty. Robert S. Downs

Robert S. Downs is a lawyer practicing construction, corporate & securities, business counseling, contracts & transactions and 7 other areas of law.

Baltimore Baltimore 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Robert S. Downs at a glance

Robert S. Downs is a Principal based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Miles & Stockbridge P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, partnership disputes, and securities. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1982) and District of Columbia Federal District Court (1985). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Maine B.A. with Highest Distinction University of Maine B.A. Phi Beta Kappa University of Virginia (M.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert S. Downs is a lawyer practicing construction, corporate & securities, business counseling, contracts & transactions and 7 other areas of law
  • Robert S. received a B.A. degree from University of Maine, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Robert S. practices at Miles & Stockbridge P.C. in Baltimore, MD and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Robert S. Downs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert S. 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.

Robert S. Downs is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Robert S. Downs is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Maryland →

Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

Robert S. Downs is one of 1,569 partnership disputes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse partnership disputes attorneys in Maryland →

Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert S. Downs

Where is Robert S. Downs's law office located?
Robert S. Downs's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Miles & Stockbridge P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert S. Downs handle?
Robert S. Downs focuses on business, real estate, m&a, partnership disputes, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Robert S. Downs practiced law?
Robert S. Downs has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Robert S. Downs go to law school?
Robert S. Downs earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (M.A., 1974).
How can I contact Robert S. Downs for a consultation?
You can contact Robert S. Downs directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert S. Downs received?
Robert S. Downs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland School of Law
- 1982
M.A.
University of Maine B.A. with Highest Distinction University of Maine B.A. Phi Beta Kappa University of Virginia
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia Federal District Court
Admitted: 1985

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