Christopher J. Downey

Christopher J. Downey

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 40% Violent Crime
    15 years
  • 35% DUI / DWI
    15 years
  • 25% White Collar Crime
    15 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • The Downey Law Firm
    The Downey Building
    2814 Hamilton Street
    Houston, TX 77004
    Office: 713-651-0400
    Fax: 713-395-1311
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

About Me

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Mr. Downey was born in Canton, Massachusetts. He attended Noble and Greenough School in Dedham Massachusetts. He received his undergraduate degree from Duke... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“The Best God Sent”

Posted by: Espinoza/ mother of client, 8 months ago.

Client Review: Where do I start I read about Chris six years ago when 1 of my son's got into a problem that seemed impossiable to get help on , I Contacted him for... more
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5 star rating

“Peer Review”

Posted by: Kelley, over 2 years ago.

Client Review: I've worked in Chris's office since law school. There is no other office that I would rather be working in as a licensed attorney. Bottom line, if a... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

2 endorsements


Tyrone Cedric Moncriffe

I endorse this lawyer.chris is one of the best lawyers in the state. He is a warrior and fights with everything he has for his clients. He is highly... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Tyrone Moncriffe , Houston (TX), 3 months ago
Kelley Lyn Andrews

I began working for Chris Downey in law school. It was immediately apparent that he was unusually bright and unusually tough. Chris is not above... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Kelley Andrews , Houston (TX), Over 2 years ago

Résumé

 

License

20 years since Christopher J. Downey was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Texas Eligible To Practice In Texas 1993 03/14/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Founder at The Downey Law Firm, PC 1999–present
Co-Director at Houston Police Department Crime Laboratory Serology Investigation Panel 2007–2009
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of Law Law JD 1993
Duke University Public Policy BA 1990

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Texas Super Lawyers Texas Magazine 2012
Houston's Top Lawyer H Texas Magazine 2011
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member National College of DUI Defense 2006–present
Member National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 1999–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 5
Answers: 8 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
2 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
1 Answer marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
"Instructing The Jury" State Bar of Texas Advanced Criminal Law Seminar 2012
Caution: Jury Charges Ahead State Bar of Texas Advanced Criminal Law Seminar 2010 2010
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
"Instructing The Jury" State Bar of Texas Advanced Criminal Law Seminar 2012
"Pretrial Preparation" Harris County Public Defender Speaker Series 2012
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