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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

10
Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas
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  • 57% Criminal Defense
    17 years, 1,200 cases
  • 33% Federal Crime
    17 years
  • 10% DUI / DWI
    17 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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I defend people in state and federal court in Houston, Texas, and anywhere else I am needed. Please check out my website for information, including video... more

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Client Reviews

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“The kind of lawyer you need on your side”

Posted by: Michelle and Ivan, 2009-10-15 over 2 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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“At the Top of His Game - Professional”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, 2009-07-20 over 2 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

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32 endorsements

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Justin James McShane

There is a wonderful character trait called courage. It is wonderful because of what it is, but also because it is rare. To see appropriate courage... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Justin McShane , Harrisburg (PA), 5 months ago
Joshua Zientek

I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a caring, compassionate, competent lawyer who fights for his clients. Always willing to help and very respected by... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Joshua Zientek , Conroe (TX), 11 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

17 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 03/09/2011
Colorado Inactive 1997 01/06/2012
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
Reputation Level 9
Answers: 46 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer
25 Answers marked as good
Guides: 2 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Recently Posted

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
20 Simple Rules for Better Jury Selection TCDLA Central Texas Criminal Law Boot Camp 2009
Criminal Trial Advocacy Criminal Trial Advocacy Class 2004
See all 9 speaking engagements
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