About
David Downey is an experienced attorney serving clients in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties of Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, and Delaware. He concentrates his practice at The Downey Firm, LLC, on real estate law and criminal defense, representing individuals, investors, and professionals in matters requiring practical judgment and strong advocacy. As a solo practitioner and of counsel, David combines personalized service with access to broader legal resources, allowing him to handle both routine and complex legal matters efficiently and effectively.
David earned his J.D. from Widener University Delaware Law School after completing a B.A. in Business Administration from Temple University. His academic background in business and law provides a strong foundation for advising clients on transactions, compliance issues, and litigation. His legal education, combined with decades of industry experience, enables him to approach legal problems with a well-rounded, analytical perspective.
David spent over twenty years working in residential real estate lending, investing, and finance before entering legal practice. This experience allows him to guide clients through purchases, sales, deed transfers, financing matters, and landlord-tenant disputes with a clear understanding of how real estate transactions function in real-world conditions. He has assisted real estate investors with entity formation, managed local closings for private equity firms, and represented clients in disputes involving title issues, foreclosures, tax sales, evictions, and construction claims. His litigation experience includes handling cases in Pennsylvania common-plea courts and appellate matters before the Superior Court.
David Downey is a committed advocate for individuals facing serious criminal charges. He represents clients in DUI cases, drug offenses, traffic violations, probation matters, and expungements. His work includes representing conflict cases for the Montgomery County Public Defender’s Office, where he helps defendants navigate diversion programs and pursue outcomes that protect their futures. Through diligent preparation and client-focused representation, David has helped many people resolve legal challenges and move forward with confidence.
Law Office Affiliations
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Attorney, The Downey Firm, LLC
- Board of Directors, Montgomery Bar Association
- President, Oakwood at Plymouth Homeowners’ Association
- Attorney, Montgomery Child Advocacy Project
Licensed State
- Pennsylvania
Education
- Widener University Delaware Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - Temple University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges

- Drug Crime
- DUI & DWI
- Foreclosure
- Land Use & Zoning
- Landlord & Tenant
- Property Disputes
- Title & Boundary Issues




