Mark Daniel Sherman

Mark Daniel Sherman

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Stamford, CT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile

29 5th St, Stamford, CT

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 26 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1999

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 27 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 26 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1999

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Mark Sherman, LLC

29 5th St, Stamford, CT, 06905-5013

Connecticut Domestic Violence Information Center

29 5th St #2,, Stamford, CT, 06905

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Mark Daniel Sherman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

354 Client Reviews

Showing 76 - 80 of 91 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | October 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing legal representation!

After being wrongfully accused of criminal mischief, I had the privilege of retaining Mark Sherman to represent me. Mark's mastery, tenacity and diligence convinced the court to dismiss the charges quickly with no guilty plea! Mark kept in touch constantly and provided outstanding service every ...step of the way. Mark Sherman is a superlative attorney, dignified human being and foremost Greenwich Connecticut Criminal Lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

Superb

I was the subject of a bogus child abuse claim with an abusive ex-spouse. With Mark's help, the truth was brought to light and the charge was deemed by the DCF to be invalid. Mark operates at the highest levels of professionalism and excellence. He is also a high quality human being. His firm adv...ised me impeccably. A+

Posted by A client | September 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Best Lawyer in Connecticut for Marijuana Possession Charge

The possession of small amounts of marijuana is now only a misdemeanor in Connecticut, so most people are tempted to pay the fine. But don’t write a check before you talk to Mark. We hired him after our adult son was issued a ticket in Westport for marijuana possession. Every lawyer that we asked in ...New York and Connecticut told us to call Mark and we know why. He saw us within hours of our phone call and he advised our son on exactly what he needed to do. Later, Mark got the charge dropped with no guilty plea or fines.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Internet

Best Connecticut internet scrubbing lawyer

My husband and I contact Mark Sherman's office after a legal issue that we were dealing with wound up being report in a local online new paper. The legal issue was dismissed which was great, however, anyone who "Google'd" either one of our names would/could come across this unflattering news accoun...t. After working with Mark and his team they were quickly able to have the negative post removed from the site and thus they help us clear up our legal issue but more importantly our reputations. Mark understands the INTERNET!

Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Mistake not to hire Mark (LSD case)

If you asked me to imagine the ideal attorney, I would picture Mark Sherman. Mark worked with my family and me for a year and in that entire time, I can't imagine how he would have done a better job. In 2014, I was suspended from Yale and subsequently arrested by the local police department for d...rug charges related to use, possession, and distribution of marijuana and LSD. Before ever contacting Mark, I had been pressured by various authorities to speak and give a full confession to the university and the police. So when my family hired Mark, he faced a tough challenge: defending a client who had already admitted guilt. Still, Mark got to work immediately. He began by explaining to my family and me in clear, simple terms the nature of the charges I was facing, the maximum possible penalty (more than a decade in prison) and, most importantly, his honest assessment of how he thought the case would turn out. Remarkably, his prediction proved accurate; he told my family we could expect to plea the felony charges down to misdemeanors or have them dismissed altogether, and the latter ended up happening. A few things stick out in how he handled my case. The most obvious aspect is his work ethic: Mark never settled for “on time,” choosing instead to do things as far in advance as possible to secure the best outcome. When I lost track of approaching deadlines, he would send me gentle reminders. Few professionals could parallel his responsiveness either. For the more than a year my family and I spent fretting over my future, Mark almost always immediately responded to our late night questions and worries. He never took more than 12 hours to get back to me, day or night, weekday or weekend, work hours or after; if he couldn’t respond immediately, he’d send a text letting me know. He was always reachable by phone, text, or email. Finally, Mark’s compassion sets him apart. He always knew how I felt, what my parents’ concerns were, and how to deal with them honestly and supportively. He never made me feel silly for anything I said or felt and kept my family’s spirits afloat with his infectious optimism. The only criticism I could possibly muster for him deals with my Yale case. The university suspended me for 3 semesters and gave me probation until I graduate, while punishing my co-conspirators with mere probation. With Mark’s help, we filed an appeal, hopeful that we could get the punishment reduced to 1 semester or eliminated altogether. Unfortunately, Yale only eliminated the probation element of my punishment. Still, that means I can serve as a leader on campus organizations and I won’t be suspended for a silly infraction, which wouldn’t be true if I were still on probation. But this criticism would be unfair, for it fails to acknowledge Mark’s greatest strength of all: giving you straight talk. The outcome we had wasn’t perfect, but Mark never promised perfection. He was very clear in explaining to us that the odds of a favorable outcome were fairly low – maybe about 30% - and that they would likely be modest. He walked us through all the important factors in making the decision to go ahead with the appeal, remaining honest about our odds every step of the way. And his performance in this realm was excellent as well. Mark has a knack for playing both the legal and political angles that are so often intertwined in the criminal justice and other systems. Through his superb grasp of the law and human psychology, he was able to get me a seat in front of an appeals committee when I think almost anyone in my position without his expertise and guidance would have had the door slammed on their face. Hiring a defense attorney, particularly one of Mark’s caliber, may seem expensive, but there is no price too high to pay for freedom. And when it comes to preserving your freedom, Mark is worth every penny.

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Mark Daniel Sherman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Black

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Full disclosure: Mark hired me as an intern while I was still in law school. I owe him a debt of gratitude for doing so, but that is not relevant to my endorsement of him. My endorsement is based on watching him practice law on behalf of his clients. He's tenacious in the courtroom, honest behind closed doors, caring, communicative, and knowledgeable. Bottom line: Mark is a great lawyer, and someone I endorse as an important member of Connecticut's legal community."

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Lauren Jacobson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark is one of the most hardworking, smart, and zealous advocates I have had the pleasure of working with. Without hesitation, I would recommend my family and friends to Mark as I know he would effectively take care of their legal needs. I highly endorse Mark and his team of attorneys."

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Melissa Needle

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am a Fairfield County Divorce Lawyer who has known Attorney Sherman for many years. Occasionaly, some of my client matters involve a criminal component or layer. I have referred a great many clients to him and will continue to do so without hesitation. Mark works tirelessly, is an aggressive advocate, and delivers great results for his clients. I highly recommend Attorney Sherman. There is no doubt his is one of the leading criminal attorneys in Connecticut."

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Jonathan Jacobson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Sherman as a criminal defense attorney. Mark is compassionate, knowledgeable, and cares for his clients' very diverse matters."

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Svetlana Prizant

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Maddox

Litigation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an extremely intelligent, diligent and conscientious advocate. He is strategically astute and takes advantage of every possible resource as he and his firm seek the best possible results for their clients. He and his firm deliver the highest level of client care and representation."

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Elizabeth Moran

Unknown lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Cummings

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark Sherman is incredibly knowledgeable in the area of Criminal Defense. He is also an outstanding advocate for his clients. There is a difference between a good lawyer and a great lawyer. Mark Sherman is great."

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Robert Gruler

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an exceptional lawyer. For years he has been defending his clients with skill and passion. Practicing criminal defense in Arizona, I can attest to Mark's expertise in this field. He delivers results as is evident in every aspect of his practice. Highly recommended."

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Peter Billings

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the chance to work with Attorney Sherman and his office on several serious matters. They aggressively fight for their clients and routinely obtain the best possible results. You can't go wrong hiring Attorney Sherman."

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Jeremy Saland

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark and I have worked on matters together in the area of criminal law. Mark is as dedicated as he is bright. I genuinely trust Mark's judgment, knowledge and legal analysis. Not only does Mark possess the legal know how, but he has remarkable skill and experience to match."

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Sean Barrett

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Attorney Sherman and his associates on a number of cases over the years. They all do fantastic work, and any one who chooses their services will be in great hands!"

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Eric Posmantier

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is responsive, intelligent and well respected by the local legal community. Mutual clients have been extremely satisfied with his counsel. I offer my highest endorsement of his work."

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Michael Bivona

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mark is an excellent attorney who works extremely hard to get the best result for his clients. He is constantly available to all of his clients and is tirelessly working on each case as if it were the only case he has."

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Melissa Needle

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Matthew Maddox

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ryan Cummings

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Gruler

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeremy Saland

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Billings

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Carta

Employment and labor lawyer

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Carole Orland

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Richard Kent

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Eric Posmantier

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Sean Barrett

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Michael Bivona

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Connecticut Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Top Attorneys in Connecticut, Connecticut Magazine

2012

Connecticut Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Top Attorneys in Connecticut, Connecticut Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, New England Super Lawyers

2011

Connecticut Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Supers Lawyers Magazine

2011

Top Attorneys in Connecticut, Connecticut Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, New England Super Lawyers

2011

Top Attorneys in Connecticut, Connecticut Magazine

2010

Connecticut Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Top Attorneys in Connecticut, Connecticut Magazine

2010

Top 40 Professional Under 40, Fairfield County Business Journal

N/A

Top 40 Under 40 Business Professionals, Fairfield County Business Association

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Lead Counsel, Connecticut Domestic Violence Information Center

2000 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Mark Sherman

Associations

1999 - Present

New York State Bar Association

1999 - Present

Florida Bar Association

1998 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

United States Second Circuit Court of Appeals

United States District Court, District of Connecticut

United States District Court, Southern District of New York

United States District Court, Eastern District of New York

The Fairfield County Bar Association

The Civil Rights Committee of the Anti-Defamation League

The Civil Rights Committee of the Anti-Defamation League

The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association

Anti-Defamation League

Civil Rights Committee Member

Education

1998

Fordham University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of Pennsylvania

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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