Jane H. Downey, Attorney at Law is a distinguished bankruptcy and restructuring attorney with over 30 years of experience, certified as a specialist in bankruptcy and debtor/creditor law by the South Carolina Supreme Court and in business bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification. She is recognized for her deep expertise in representing financial institutions, businesses, and individuals in complex bankruptcy proceedings and out-of-court restructurings.
Ms. Downey adopts a comprehensive and client-focused approach, guiding clients through financial distress with strategic solutions tailored to their specific needs. Her practice spans a wide range of bankruptcy chapters and insolvency matters, and she is also a certified mediator and arbitrator, offering alternative dispute resolution services. She is highly regarded for her work with corporate clients, landlords, professionals, and individuals, and has been consistently honored by peers and publications for her excellence in bankruptcy law.
Services Offered
- Bankruptcy and Commercial Restructuring
- Financial Services Litigation
- Consumer Lending
- Commercial and Retail Insolvency
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Mediation and Arbitration
- Corporate Restructurings and Workouts
- Chapter 7, 9, 11, 12, and 13 Bankruptcy Proceedings
- Creditor and Debtor Representation
- Bankruptcy Litigation and Adversary Proceedings
- Foreclosure Proceedings
- Collection Matters
- Claims Filing in Bankruptcy Court
- Business Succession Planning
- Consultation on Bankruptcy and Restructuring Options
Ms. Downey serves clients nationally and is admitted to practice in South Carolina, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, the U.S. District Court for the South District of South Carolina, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. She is an active member of numerous professional associations, including the American Bankruptcy Institute and the International Women’s Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation, and has received accolades such as selection to Lawdragon’s 500 Leading U.S. Bankruptcy and Restructuring Lawyers list and inclusion in South Carolina Super Lawyers since 2008.
