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Introduction:
Patrick Dowd is a prominent defense trial attorney, instructor, and author who currently serves as the Senior Partner of Dowd & Dowd, Ltd. (Est. 1949).
Patrick Dowd | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 10, 1958 |
| Occupation | Trial Attorney |
| Spouse |
Catherine Dowd (m. 2000) |
| Children | Guiliana Dowd, Nicoletta Dowd |
| Parent(s) | Michael Dowd, Marypat Dowd |
Early Life and Education:
Born in Chicago, IL on July 10, 1958, Dowd is a fourth-generation lawyer. The firm was established in 1949 by James and Joseph Dowd, following their service as Marines in the Korean Conflict. [1] Michael Dowd, youngest brother and also a Marine, joined later and served as managing partner until his premature death in 2006, at which time Patrick assumed his father’s responsibilities. Dowd specializes in the defense of catastrophic loss cases.
He attended Loyola Academy, a Jesuit premier preparatory school, where he lettered 3 years in football and track and served as co-captain of both teams during his senior year. He completed a Bachelor of Science degree, cum laude, from Northern Arizona University, while playing Division I football. He later earned M.S., magna cum laude, from Northwestern University, followed by a Juris Doctorate from DePaul College of Law.
Professional Career:
Dowd has tried approximately 50 cases to verdict in both state and federal courts throughout the United States. He also handled in excess of 400 mediations to resolution.
Awards:[2]
- Elected to Illinois Society of Trial Lawyers, 2024
- Named to America’s Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators, ACTL, 2024
- Named Top Attorneys in Illinois, Chicago Magazine, 2013
- Named Top Civil Defense Trial Lawyers in Illinois, Crain’s Chicago Business, 2013
- Named Top Civil Defense Lawyers, Illinois Bar Journal, 2008
- Elected Super Lawyer, 2006-present
- Named Top Civil Defense Related Lawyers in Illinois, Chicago Lawyer, 2005
- Elected to Leading Lawyers – Top 2%, 2004-present
Presentations/Instructions:[3]
During his career, Patrick has participated both locally and nationally in approximately 80 conferences and seminars as a speaker, panelist, and instructor.
Publications:[4]
In addition to presentations and instructions, Dowd has published in excess of 40 works of authorship concerning all areas of tort litigation. These include treatises, articles, and other works for the Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Defense Research Institute, American Bar Association, amongst many others.
Bar Activity Memberships:
- Chicago Bar Association
- Illinois State Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- IDC-Illinois Defense Counsel, Association of Defense Attorneys
- American Trial Lawyers Association
- TLA-Transportation Lawyers Association
- Defense Research Institute
- TIDA-Transportation Insurance Defense Association
- ACTA-American College of Transportation Attorneys
Philanthropy:
From 1985 to 1996, Dowd served as the Executive-Director for the Children’s Charities of Chicago. He has also served on the board of advisors for various charitable causes, including Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago (appointed by Cardinal Bernardin), Chicago Canine Rescue, National Shrine of Saint Cabrini, Legal Advisory Committee of Catholic Charities, and Hammer Fitness Youth Boxing. Dowd also has served as a patron of the Maryville Foundation, which aides children and families in need, since 2023.
Personal:
Dowd married Catherine Dowd in 2000. The couple have two daughters, Giuliana and Nicoletta.
References
[edit]- ^ "Dowd and Dowd Firm Legacy". Dowd and Dowd, Ltd. Retrieved 12 December 2024.
- ^ "Patrick Dowd Awards". Dowd and Dowd, Ltd. Retrieved 22 April 2024.
- ^ "Patrick Dowd Awards". Dowd and Dowd, Ltd. Retrieved 22 April 2024.
- ^ "Patrick Dowd Awards". Dowd and Dowd, Ltd. Retrieved 22 April 2024.