Matthew Downen

Matthew has a wide range of experience representing defendants, including public entities, individuals, and commercial businesses, with a focus on matters involving allegations of negligence, personal injury, and dangerous conditions of public property.

After moving from Buffalo, New York, Matthew obtained his Juris Doctorate from Southwestern Law School and is licensed to practice law in the state of California. During law school, Matthew was the Vice President of the Golf Society, a student attorney for the Entertainment Law Clinic, and the Director of Student Life for the Student Bar Association, where he organized and planned Southwester’s annual Barrister Ball and other Southwestern social events. Prior to law school, Matthew obtained his B.A. in Sports Management from Niagara University in New York where he served as the Vice President for Niagara University’s club roller hockey team.

Matthew utilizes his competitive nature and love for sports to zealously fight for his clients’ interests and achieve the best possible results. When not in the office, Matthew spends his time staying active, relaxing at the beach, or adventuring with his Golden Cavalier, Gypsy.”