About Bob
Bob Downing is a attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with over 50 years of experience in the legal field. He was admitted to the Louisiana State Bar in 1975. Throughout his career, he has specialized in personal injury, medical malpractice, and products liability cases. His experience includes both trial and appellate work, handling complex litigation matters across various jurisdictions. Educated at Louisiana State University, Downing earned his Juris Doctor from the Paul M.
Hebert Law Center in 1975, following a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from LSU in 1971. His legal education laid the foundation for a distinguished career in law. After completing his studies, he began his practice in Baton Rouge, where he has been a prominent figure in the legal community. In 1985, Downing was appointed as a District Judge for the 19th Judicial District Court for the Parish of East Baton Rouge, serving until 2000. He then advanced to the Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal, where he served as a Judge until his retirement in 2010.
These judicial roles allowed him to gain a knowledge of the legal system from both a practitioner's and a judge's perspective. Following his retirement from the bench, Downing returned to private practice, joining Dué Guidry Piedrahita Andrews L.C. as "Of Counsel." In this capacity, he continues to represent clients in serious personal injury and wrongful death cases, leveraging his experience to navigate complex legal challenges. His practice areas encompass admiralty and maritime law, appellate practice, insurance claims, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, personal injury, products liability, and wrongful death. Throughout his career, Downing has been an active member of the Louisiana State Bar Association and the Baton Rouge Bar Association.
He has also served as a member of the District Judge's Association. His contributions to the legal community have been recognized, and he remains a respected figure among his peers. Downing's offices are located at 8201 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809. He offers free consultations to prospective clients, reflecting his commitment to accessible legal services. His experience and dedication to the legal profession make him a valuable resource for those seeking legal representation in personal injury and related cases.
