Paul F. Downs

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• New York Law Journal

  Contempt of court orders in the Commercial Division

  New York City Complex Disputes partner Paul Downs, co-chair of the Commercial Division Committee of the Commercial & Federal Litigation Section (ComFed) of the New York State Bar Association, co-authored this article discussing the legal intricacies of contempt sanctions in recent Commercial Division cases.

  April 23, 2025
• New York Law Journal

  Attorneys ‘on the move’

  This roundup article of recent promotions and moves across the state highlights Complex Disputes partners Paul Downs of New York City and Eric Ferrante of Rochester for their promotions to partner.

  Feb 6, 2025

• What you need to know about New York Commercial Division Rule 13(c)

  New York City Complex Disputes counsel Paul Downs, co-chair of the Commercial Division Committee of the Commercial and Federal Litigation Section (ComFed) of the New York State Bar Association, co-authored this article discussing the importance of the state’s Commercial Division Rule 13(c) and how the courts apply it. The rule streamlines the process of introducing expert analysis and opinions into the courtroom, ensuring that such submissions are relevant and reliable.

  Sep 13, 2024
• The American Lawyer

  Litigator of the Week Runners-Up and Shout Outs

  This article covers a New York Court of Appeals decision that allows for a revival of claims against FanDuel asserted by the founders, former employees, and early investors of the sports gambling company. The coverage highlights Complex Disputes counsel Erik Goergen of Buffalo for representing the plaintiffs in the case.

  May 31, 2024
• NYSBA NYLitigator

  New York’s new approach to non-compete agreements

  Complex Disputes counsel Paul Downs and department attorney Vincent Nguyen, both of New York City, contributed this article discussing New York’s proposed law banning non-compete agreements and what it means for both employers and workers.

  Oct 16, 2023
• New York Law Journal

  Your Commercial Division ‘tool kit’

  This article reviews the 2023 “New York Commercial Division Practice Guide,” which was co-edited by New York City Complex Disputes senior counsel Stephen P. Younger. The guide serves as a tool kit for lawyers who appear in the Commercial Division. New York City Complex Disputes counsel Paul Downs also contributed to the guide.

  Aug 17, 2023
• Law360

  Nixon Peabody expands complex disputes practice in New York

  This article focuses on the arrival of New York City Complex Disputes counsel Paul Downs to the firm, detailing his practice area, career, and why he chose NP. The article also highlights the recent arrival of New York City Complex Disputes senior counsel Stephen P. Younger, noting the two attorneys’ longstanding working relationship. It also quotes Chicago partner and Complex Disputes practice leader John Ruskusky and New York City Office Managing Partner Ilana Kameros.

  March 6, 2023