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Harold Albert Downer Jr.
also known as Hal Downer
About Harold
Biography
A criminal defense attorney with experience as both a defense attorney and a prosecutor--particularly handling DUIs in one of the nation's most DUI heavy states. I have also handled cases as severe as capital murder and as minor as dog at large. Whatever your charge, I have the experience necessary to handle it.
I graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2012 and was licensed to practice law in Michigan in 2013. In 2015, I moved to New Mexico to work a public defender and also followed that with a stint as a prosecuting attorney. Now I practice with W. Shane Jennings in Las Cruces, NM handling criminal defense, DWI, traffic, personal injury, and numerous other case types.
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Licensed in Michigan for 12 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Mexico for 9 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
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Posted by Eric | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Fast and Prompt
Hal is a pleasure to work with. He is extremely professional and prompt with his service. I am glad he is ontop of things for us even when we needed help. Explained the legal matter to us that we can understand. Thank you for your help.
Harold Albert Downer Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"Hal is a very thorough and detail oriented attorney who aggressively defends his clients. He is a very smart man and diligent worker. A decision to hire Hal as your attorney, cannot be anything but a great decision."
"An exceptional and talented attorney that has devoted himself to protecting the rights of his clients. He treats his clients with compassion and understanding while at the same time holding the State’s feet to the fire."
"Don't let his easy demeanor fool you: that just means he's someone that's pleasant to talk to. Nothing escapes his notice - he is one of those rare individuals who truly sees all sides of a conflict and knows where to go. I can't endorse him highly enough!"
"Hal is a fantastic lawyer who is extremely thorough with all of his cases and always puts his clients first. We worked together at the Public Defender's Office in Ann Arbor, MI and Hal always went above and beyond to provide the best representation possible for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Harold is a fantastic lawyer who is attention-detailed, ethical, and possesses excellent skills."
"Hal is an incredibly smart individual that leaves no legal issue unturned. I endorse this lawyer because of his hard work ethic and the results he obtains for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Harold is very professional and experienced in criminal defense. He cares about his clients and gets results. I trust him and would recommend him to anyone looking for a great criminal defense attorney."
"Attorney Downer is a great guy! He knows the law and knows how to get results. I would highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2009
Certificate of Merit in Criminal Law, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2009
Certificate of Merit in Property I, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2009
Raymond Burr Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2009
Shane Joseph Johnson Memorial Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Work Experience
2018 - 2018
Attorney at Law, Law Office of W. Shane Jennings
2017 - 2018
Founding Attorney, Downer Law PLLC
2016 - 2017
Assistant District Attorney, 11th Judicial District Attorney - Div I
2015 - 2016
Assistant Trial Attorney, Law Offices of the Public Defender
Education
2012
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Central Michigan University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Does a plea bargain amend the original charge or dismiss the original?
24 Mar 2018
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Judge asked me if I will have my own attorney I told her yes I will find me one but can I go back and get a court appointed
20 Mar 2018
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I have a warrant in one city and have a pre trial in another what happens to me when i go to my pre trial with a warrant in the
20 Mar 2018