Atty. Walter J. Downing

Atty. Walter J. Downing

Walter J. Downing is a lawyer practicing civil & tort litigation, design & construction, real estate litigation and 10 other areas of law.

Denver Denver 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (720) 783-9219 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Walter J. Downing at a glance

Walter J. Downing is a contracts, personal injury, employment, business, and real estate attorney based in Denver, Colorado. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1981), Nebraska (2001), Arizona U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. District Court, District of Colorado U.S. District Court, (2015), and New Mexico (2017). Educated at University of Colorado School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Principia College, Illinois (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations •Colorado Bar Association •Defense Research Institute •Denver Bar Association •National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Walter J. Downing is a lawyer practicing civil & tort litigation, design & construction, real estate litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.A. degree from Principia College, Illinois in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Walter practices in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Walter J. Downing's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

Walter J. Downing is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Colorado →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Walter J. Downing is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Colorado →

Employment Law

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

Walter J. Downing is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Colorado →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Walter J. Downing is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Walter J. Downing is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

Looking for additional Colorado attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Denver or all attorneys in Colorado.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Walter J. Downing

Where is Walter J. Downing's law office located?
Walter J. Downing's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter J. Downing handle?
Walter J. Downing focuses on contracts, personal injury, employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Walter J. Downing practiced law?
Walter J. Downing has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Walter J. Downing go to law school?
Walter J. Downing earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Walter J. Downing for a consultation?
You can contact Walter J. Downing 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 Walter J. Downing received?
Walter J. Downing's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Colorado School of Law
- 1981
B.A.
Principia College, Illinois
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1981
Nebraska
Admitted: 2001
Arizona U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. District Court, District of Colorado U.S. District Court,
Admitted: 2015
New Mexico
Admitted: 2017

Reviews

4.9
2 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.