Danielle Downey
Senior Litigation Associate
Danielle is a dedicated attorney with a passion for fighting for the rights of underrepresented groups in Illinois. With her educational background in psychology and social work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, she recognizes the importance of being there for her clients every step of the way.
With her determined commitment to her clients and a remarkable track record of success, Danielle has quickly established herself as a trusted advocate in the legal community. In just 4 years’ time in litigation, Danielle has secured over fourteen million dollars on behalf of her clients.
Her fierce dedication, fighting spirit, and comprehensive understanding of the law have contributed to her remarkable success. Danielle is deeply committed to serving underrepresented groups, and her tenacity and compassion allow her to connect with her clients on a personal level. Her sharp intellect, meticulous preparation, and adaptability set her apart as a formidable advocate for the underdog.
Danielle graduated from DePaul University College of Law in May 2020 after earning the prestigious public interest fellowship and CALI awards in Litigation Strategies. After being sworn into the Illinois Bar in 2021, she began working began her practice at another prominent Chicago plaintiff personal injury firm before joining Horwitz Horwitz & Associates amassing the following notable litigation successes:
$2.8M
plastic surgery medical malpractice verdict resulting in permanent scarring.
$950k
settlement in nursing home failure to diagnose appendicitis.
$700k
settlement in nursing home pressure injury case
$460k
partial settlement in nursing home pressure injury case
$425k
settlement in nursing home fall and subdural hematoma case
$250k
settlement in nursing home failure to diagnose urinary retention case
$250k
Full Driver Insurance Policy on MVA case resulting in ankle fracture
Primary Practice Focus
Danielle joined Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates in 2024 and devotes her entire legal practice to representing injured workers, including personal injury, nursing home, wrongful death, and medical malpractice and failure to diagnose cases.
In-Depth Look
Her fierce dedication, fighting spirit, and comprehensive understanding of the law have contributed to her remarkable success. Danielle is deeply committed to serving underrepresented groups, and her tenacity and compassion allow her to connect with her clients on a personal level. Her sharp intellect, meticulous preparation, and adaptability set her apart as a formidable advocate for the underdog.
Danielle grew up in Batavia, Illinois, and now lives in Chicago. In her free time, Danielle enjoys attending concerts, painting, traveling, spending time with her nieces, and family, and friends.
