Atty. Thomas Arthur Downey

Atty. Thomas Arthur Downey

Thomas Arthur Downey is a lawyer practicing internet, advertising, public finance / tax exempt finance. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Le Moyne College in 1970, and has been licensed for 43 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Thomas Arthur Downey at a glance

Thomas Arthur Downey is a Special Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on tax, entertainment, and internet. Admitted to practice in New York (1983) and California (1989). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Le Moyne College (B.A., 1970). Active member of New York State Bar Association State Bar of California National Association of Bond Lawyers. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Arthur Downey is a lawyer practicing internet, advertising, public finance / tax exempt finance
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Le Moyne College in 1970, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Thomas practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Arthur Downey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Arthur Downey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Arthur Downey

Where is Thomas Arthur Downey's law office located?
Thomas Arthur Downey's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Arthur Downey handle?
Thomas Arthur Downey focuses on tax, entertainment, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Arthur Downey practiced law?
Thomas Arthur Downey has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Thomas Arthur Downey go to law school?
Thomas Arthur Downey earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Thomas Arthur Downey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Le Moyne College
- 1970

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
California
Admitted: 1989

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