Robert K. Downs

Robert K. Downs

10.0

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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No professional misconduct found.

Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 60% Divorce / Separation
    46 years
  • 35% Family
    46 years
  • 5% Estate Planning
    46 years

Fees and Payment Types

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • Downs Law Offices, P.C.
    150 N Wacker Dr, Suite 1870
    Chicago, IL 60606
    Office: 312-781-1963
    Fax: 312-781-1962
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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Mr. Downs was President of the Illinois State Bar Association in 2005-2006 and was a member of the ISBA task force on attorneys for minority children, which... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Most Ethical and Compassionate Family Lawyer!”

Posted by: a Family client, 8 months ago.

Client Review: Bob and his associates are the most efficient, ethical, caring family lawyers I have encountered. I only wish they'd represented me since the start... more
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5 star rating

“Great!”

Posted by: a Divorce client, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: Bob took over my case after I'd wasted time going to a law firm that promised me the world. He cleaned up the mess they made and we settled... more
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Résumé

 

License

47 years since Robert K. Downs was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Illinois Active 1966 03/06/2012
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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
State Representative at 79th Illinois General Assembly 1975–1976

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Stetson University College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor
Grinnell College BA - Bachelor of Arts

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Hall of Fame Award Stetson University College of Law 2009
Recognition of Meritous Service ISBA Mutual 2009
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Board of Governors Illinois State Bar Association 1997-2007
President Illinois State Bar Association 2005-2006
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Portfolio

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Presidential Showcase Speaker ABA Annual Meeting 2001
Responsibilities of a Lawyer New Member Admission Ceremony
See all 6 speaking engagements