Practice Area Overview
Experienced Representation With a Creative Approach
From our offices in Elkton and Havre De Grace, the office of John P. Downs, Attorney at Law, focuses on providing quality legal representation, service and solutions for people throughout Maryland. Our goal is to explore every opportunity for resolving your legal issues in bankruptcy, criminal defense and family law matters.
Contact the offices of John P. Downs for representation in the following practice areas, including:
- Bankruptcy — Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 representation from a lawyer to whom other attorneys turn for guidance
- Criminal Law — Providing a results-driven approach for criminal defense of clients
- DUI — Representation that seeks to minimize penalties and obtain alternative or diversionary judgments, including refusing a breathalyzer and repeat DUI offenses
- Traffic — When you've received a traffic citation, explore your options with an experienced attorney.
- Narcotics — Pursuing a full range of alternatives and options for clients charged with drug crimes
- Assault — Effective representation for clients charged with domestic abuse or assault that seeks to address all possible solutions
- Family Law/Divorce — Work with a problem-solving lawyer to keep the resolution of your family law matter on track.
- Custody/Visitation — Strong negotiation skills to resolve child matters in the best interest of the entire family
- Misdemeanors/Juvenile Matters — Putting creative solutions and problem-solving skills to work when conducting your misdemeanor crime or juvenile crime defense
Maryland Representation That Stays Focused on Solutions
The office of John P. Downs, Attorney at Law, provides a unique approach to each case. We work to discover the facts surrounding your legal concern, and then build multiple strategies aimed at reaching the best possible outcome. Attorney John P. Downs and our professional staff always remember that you are counting on us to reach your goals.
Contact us today and take advantage of our free initial consultation to begin building creative and practical strategies toward solving your legal problems regarding divorce, family law or criminal law.



