Jeffrey Downey | Estate Planning

The Law Office of Jeffrey J. Downey, P.C.

Jeffrey Downey | The Law Office of Jeffrey J. Downey, P.C.

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Jeffrey Downey is a seasoned trial attorney with over 30 years of litigation experience in both federal and state courts across New York, Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Early in his career, he served with the federal government and a Virginia insurance defense firm, where he handled a wide range of cases including personal injury, employment disputes, criminal defense, medical malpractice, commercial litigation, civil rights claims, and declaratory judgment actions.

Over the years, Mr. Downey has built a reputation for managing complex litigation, including antitrust actions, federal False Claims Act cases, catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims, and high-stakes medical malpractice lawsuits. His current practice focuses primarily on personal injury, nursing home negligence, medical malpractice, and healthcare fraud. His extensive background informs his strategic, client-centered approach.

In 2007, after years with a major corporate firm, Mr. Downey established his own practice to offer clients the skill and resources of a large firm with the personal attention of a boutique office. Since then, he has achieved significant verdicts and settlements, and helped shape legal precedent in favor of injured and vulnerable clients.

Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Downey is a recognized legal educator, published author, and an advocate for elder care reform. He has been consistently honored for his professional excellence, earning the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating for multiple consecutive years, being named a Top Attorney in Virginia and West Virginia, and receiving the Avvo Top Lawyer rating. He is also among America’s Most Honored Lawyers – Top 1%, and a recipient of the Client Distinction Award.

Mr. Downey’s dedication to justice and his clients continues to define his distinguished legal career.