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Atty. William Andrew Downing

Atty. William Andrew Downing

William Andrew Downing is a lawyer practicing fidelity and surety, errors and omissions insurance. William received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About William Andrew Downing at a glance

William Andrew Downing is a insurance attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1985). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1984) and DePauw University (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • William Andrew Downing is a lawyer practicing fidelity and surety, errors and omissions insurance
  • William received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • William practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William Andrew Downing's Areas of Practice

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is William Andrew Downing's law office located?
William Andrew Downing's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Andrew Downing handle?
William Andrew Downing focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William Andrew Downing practiced law?
William Andrew Downing has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did William Andrew Downing go to law school?
William Andrew Downing earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact William Andrew Downing for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1984
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1985

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