Mark W. Bennett

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Mark W. Bennett
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5.0 star rating
The kind of lawyer you need on your side
- Michelle and Ivan, a Criminal Defense client
5.0 star rating
At the Top of His Game - Professional
- a Criminal Defense client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 9

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Practice Areas

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  • 57% Criminal Defense
    18 years, 1,200 cases
  • 33% Federal Crime
    18 years
  • 10% DUI / DWI
    18 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 713-224-1747
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  • Bennett & Bennett
    735 Oxford Street
    Houston, TX 77007
    713-224-1747
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

About Me

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Videos (2)

I defend people in state and federal court in Houston, Texas, and anywhere else I am needed. I am board-certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“The kind of lawyer you need on your side”

Posted by: Michelle and Ivan, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: When my husband found himself on the other side of the law with felony possession of a controlled substance, we weren’t short in flyers and letters... more
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5 star rating

“At the Top of His Game - Professional”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, almost 4 years ago.

Client Review: A family member recently needed Mark's help. He was very quick to react, meet us in person prior to court and answer all of our questions. He is... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

43 endorsements


Christian F. Capitaine

Mark is one of the top criminal defense attorneys in Houston. He has earned a great reputation over the years by obtaining great results for his... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Christian Capitaine , Houston (TX), 2 days ago
Edward M Chernoff

I have rarely worked with a lawyer I feel so strongly about. This man is dedicated to his clients and to the criminal practice in general. He is at... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Edward Chernoff , Houston (TX), 3 days ago
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Résumé

 

License

18 years since Mark W. Bennett was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Texas Eligible To Practice In Texas 1995 03/14/2013
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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Partner at Bennett & Bennett 1995–present

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers' College 1999
University of Houston Law Center Law JD - Juris Doctor 1995
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Best Criminal Law Blog ABA Journal 2009
Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in Houston 2004
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
President-Elect Harris County Criminal Lawyers' Association 2007–present
Member Fort Bend County Criminal Lawyers' Association 2003–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 53 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
30 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
21 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 2 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Apprendi in the Fifth Circuit HCCLA Defender 2001
Internet for Lawyers Unknown 2000
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Jury Selection Hon. Craig Washington & Sen. Rodney Ellis Criminal Law Seminar 2013
Jury Selection In-House Continuing Legal Education 2012
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