Atty. Timothy James Downing

Atty. Timothy James Downing

Timothy James Downing is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment and labor law, wrongful discharge claims and 8 other areas of law. Timothy received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Timothy James Downing at a glance

Timothy James Downing is a Co-Chair, Diversity and Inclusion Committee based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, business, trade secrets, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1988) and Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsyl (1989). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Allegheny College (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American, Ohio State (Member, Council of Delegates) and Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Timothy James Downing is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment and labor law, wrongful discharge claims and 8 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Timothy practices in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy James Downing's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy James Downing handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Timothy James Downing is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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Trade Secrets

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Timothy James Downing

Where is Timothy James Downing's law office located?
Timothy James Downing's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy James Downing handle?
Timothy James Downing focuses on wrongful termination, employment, business, trade secrets, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Timothy James Downing practiced law?
Timothy James Downing has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Timothy James Downing go to law school?
Timothy James Downing earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Timothy James Downing for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Timothy James Downing received?
Timothy James Downing's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Allegheny College
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsyl
Admitted: 1989

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