Atty. Thomas Patrick Downs

Atty. Thomas Patrick Downs

Thomas Patrick Downs is a lawyer practicing estate planning, living trusts, wills and 8 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

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About Thomas Patrick Downs at a glance

Thomas Patrick Downs is a Member based in Laurel, Maryland, practicing at Downs Law Firm P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and poa. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1982), District of Columbia (1983), and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1987). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1981) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of P, G, and County (Chair, Family Law, 1992-1993) and Maryland State (Chair, Young Lawyers Section, Public Service, 1984-1985) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Laurel, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Patrick Downs is a lawyer practicing estate planning, living trusts, wills and 8 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Thomas practices at Downs Law Firm P.C. in Laurel, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Patrick Downs's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Thomas Patrick Downs is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Maryland →

Trusts

Thomas Patrick Downs is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

Probate

Thomas Patrick Downs is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Maryland →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Thomas Patrick Downs is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Power of Attorney

Thomas Patrick Downs is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Maryland →

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 Laurel 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 Thomas Patrick Downs

Where is Thomas Patrick Downs's law office located?
Thomas Patrick Downs's law practice is located in Laurel, Maryland. The firm is Downs Law Firm P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Patrick Downs handle?
Thomas Patrick Downs focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Thomas Patrick Downs practiced law?
Thomas Patrick Downs has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Thomas Patrick Downs go to law school?
Thomas Patrick Downs earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Thomas Patrick Downs for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Patrick 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 Thomas Patrick Downs received?
Thomas Patrick Downs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1981
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1987

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