The Law Office of Michael P Downing, P.C.

02/18/2022

Being arrested for a crime does not necessarily mean you will be convicted. Often we can help you get charges reduced or dismissed and avoid jail and a criminal record. Michael P. Downing represents clients charged with various State crimes, from simple violations and misdemeanors to felonies (enumerated), including drug crimes, assault and battery, OUI, and other serious criminal matters. Attorney Downing takes a common-sense approach, incorporating extensive knowledge of criminal law with direct personal advocacy on behalf of each client to advance the goal of avoiding prosecution. If charges are brought against a client, he pursues a unique and comprehensive approach to each case, designed to achieve the best possible result, whether through alternative sentencing, dismissal, plea agreement, or trial verdict.

02/15/2022

If you are seeking information about divorce, you are undoubtedly already facing troubling times and difficult decisions. One way to regain control of your life and think about your future is to gain as much knowledge and insight as possible about all aspects of a divorce. It can be challenging to think about the future. It can be hard to look beyond the turmoil and stress you are feeling right now. However, it is essential to remember these decisions are about your future. Every decision you make now will have a long-term impact. That is why it is so crucial to make the right decisions.

02/10/2022

When the parties cannot reach a settlement, the Family Court will take certain steps to divide the assets. First, it will go through a discovery process to classify which property and debt are to be considered marital. A monetary value on the marital property and debt will then be assigned. Last, it will distribute the marital assets between the two parties in an equitable fashion. Equitable does not mean equal, but rather what is deemed by the Family Court to be fair.

01/25/2022

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01/11/2022

The incorporation of LAR has provided legal assistance to a substantial population of pro se litigants appearing in Massachusetts state trial courts and should help speed up the legal process.

11/15/2021

Attorney Downing has expanded the focus of his practice to include criminal defense work as well. These legal matters range from OUI, assault & battery to harassment and larceny cases and other criminal matters where the District Court has jurisdiction.

11/12/2021

As a Criminal Defense Lawyer experienced in handling all types of criminal matters, Attorney Downing will challenge your case at each stage of the legal process and will work to win a dismissal or reduction of the charges.

11/10/2021

Arrested for OUI? Please keep the following in mind:

- Acting quickly and involving an attorney is essential as early intervention could help you avoid OUI charges in the first place.

- You have options even if you ‘failed’ field sobriety or breath tests.

- Heavy penalties will typically result from inaction or inexperienced representation.

- Avoiding an OUI charge is necessary for maintaining a clean record.

11/04/2021

Mike’s law firm specializes in contested and uncontested divorces, child custody, child support, alimony matters, and modifications and contempt actions in the Probate and Family Courts of Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

11/01/2021

An assault or battery conviction can affect your ability to get a job, rent or buy a home, obtain a loan, or get into school.

10/29/2021

Get the answers you need to protect your rights and move forward. Call Mike and learn about your options.

Attorney Downing can assist you in cases of Family Law and Criminal Law. Get the answers you need to protect your rights and move forward. Contact us!