Atty. Thomas C. Downs

Atty. Thomas C. Downs

Thomas C. Downs is a lawyer practicing public policy and lobbying, municipal representation, universities and colleges.

Arlington Arlington 31 Years Experience 31 year
Call (571) 999-9845

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About Thomas C. Downs at a glance

Thomas C. Downs is an attorney based in Arlington, Virginia. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (Inactive) (1995) and District of Columbia (1996). Educated at American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 1994) and Brown University (B.A., 1983). Active member of North Carolina State Bar The District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Thomas C. Downs is a lawyer practicing public policy and lobbying, municipal representation, universities and colleges
  • Thomas C. received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1983, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Thomas C. practices in Arlington, VA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Thomas C. Downs has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
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Thomas C. Downs earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1983).
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Education

J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 1994
B.A.
Brown University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

North Carolina (Inactive)
Admitted: 1995
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996

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