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Mark W. Bennett

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Mark W. Bennett
Because we all need a lawyer we can trust.
5.0 star rating
The kind of lawyer you need on your side
- Michelle and Ivan, Criminal Defense Client
5.0 star rating
At the Top of His Game - Professional
- anonymous, Criminal Defense Client

Overview

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

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5.0 star rating 33 reviews
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Practice Areas
  • 57% Criminal Defense
    15 years, 1,200 cases (4 examples)
  • 33% Federal Crime
    15 years
  • 10% DUI / DWI
    15 years

Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Fixed (Always)

Payment types

Credit Card, Check, Cash

Contact Information
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  • Bennett & Bennett
    735 Oxford Street
    Houston, TX 77007
    713-535-9322
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Languages
  • Spanish

About Me

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Videos (2)

About me: 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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References

Client Reviews

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5.0 star rating 33 reviews
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5 star rating

“The kind of lawyer you need on your side”

Posted by: Michelle and Ivan, 2009-10-15 4 months ago. Flag as objectionable

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: anonymous, 2009-07-20 7 months ago. Flag as objectionable

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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Endorsements

Endorsements

30 endorsements

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Mark is very intelligent, and unlike most lawyers, understands that more is needed to communicate with jurors. He is dedicated to representing... more

Endorsement from lawyer: William Vitz , Mc Kinney (TX), 17 days ago
Bobby G Frederick

I endorse this lawyer's work. He is a determined advocate with a practice that is devoted to criminal defense. Mark is a scholar and a trial lawyer... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Bobby Frederick , Myrtle Beach (SC), About 1 month ago
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 15 years since Mark W. Bennett was first licensed to practice law in TX.
  • 13 years since Mark W. Bennett was first licensed to practice law in CO.

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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 1995
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Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Best Criminal Law Blog ABA Journal 2009
Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in Houston H Texas Magazine 2004
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers' Association 1995–present
Member Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers' Association 1999–present
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 4
Question: Texas rape with drunk 18 year old and sober 14...
Mark's answer: This question illustrates why it's better to talk to a creative lawyer who practices in the area... more
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Apprendi in the Fifth Circuit HCCLA Defender 2001
Internet for Lawyers N/A 2000
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Cases
Title:
State of Texas vs. W.H.E.
Practice Area:
Criminal Defense
Outcome:
"Not guilty" verdict from jury.
Description:
A Harris County Sheriff's Deputy had pulled my client over after my client left a bar. My client allegedly fled from the police and then failed the...

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement 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
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713-535-9322

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