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Atty. Roger Patrick Downes

Atty. Roger Patrick Downes

Roger Patrick Downes is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust, regulatory law and 1 other area of law. Roger received a B.A. degree from University of Buffalo in 1962, and has been licensed for 54 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (213) 539-2626

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About Roger Patrick Downes at a glance

Roger Patrick Downes is an Associate based in San Francisco, California, practforg at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. They haand 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at University of the Pacific (J.D., 1971) and University of Buffalo (B.A., 1962). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Roger Patrick Downes is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust, regulatory law and 1 other area of law
  • Roger received a B.A. degree from University of Buffalo in 1962, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Roger practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in San Francisco, CA

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Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Roger Patrick Downes's law office located?
Roger Patrick Downes's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Roger Patrick Downes practiced law?
Roger Patrick Downes has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Roger Patrick Downes go to law school?
Roger Patrick Downes earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1962).
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Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific
- 1971
B.A.
University of Buffalo
- 1962

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972

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