Mark Andrew Foti

Mark Andrew Foti

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Rochester, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights

16 W Main Street, Suite 100, Rochester, NY

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

Mark Foti has handled thousands of cases from the arraignment to final disposition by dismissal, plea bargain or trial.

35%
Federal Crime 35%

Mark Foti is admitted to practice in the Western District of New York and handles cases in Rochester and Buffalo, New York.

35%
Civil Rights 15%

Mark Foti handles cases involving violations of individuals' civil rights.

15%
DUI and DWI 15%

Mark Foti has obtained success at each stage of DWI litigation. He has also provided lectures on DWI litigation to other attorneys in Monroe, Ontario, and Livingston County.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 15 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2011

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Foti Law Firm

16 W Main Street, Suite 100, Rochester, NY, 14614

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Mark Andrew Foti's Reviews

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Posted by Peter | February 02, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Better outcome than I could have imagined

I was charged with a violation in Williamsville, NY, in 2013. The case was in Amherst Town Court. I never had to appear in court. My charge was reduced to a parking ticket with an unconditional discharge. I did not have to pay a fine. Everything was taken care of quick and easy!

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Mark Andrew Foti's Lawyer Endorsements

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Felipe Alexandre

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark is a very knowledgeable, zealous, and competent criminal defense attorney. He was a wealth of knowledge and a great mentor when we worked together. His clients are fortunate to have such an advocate on their side. I endorse him without hesitation!"

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Danielle Wild

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is very well-respected in the legal community. He is a knowledgeable and skilled advocate, and I have come to know him as an attorney who will go the extra mile for every client. I highly recommend him."

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Brian Wisniewski

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark has always been passionate about criminal law and trial work. I have known Mark for years and the amount of attention and care that he brings to his practice is unrivaled. I would endorse Mark for any criminal matter."

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Zachary Maurer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a former prosecutor I've had ample opportunity to observe Mark's work in the courtroom. He is always prepared, knowledgeable and ready to work to protect his client's rights. I don't hesitate to endorse him."

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P. Adam Militello

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I attended a Continuing Legal Education course taught by Mr. Foti, who demonstrated an in-depth understanding of legal issues that not every attorney possesses. I recommend him."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mark. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Christina Holdsworth

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Experienced, hard working and well respected by attorneys and judges."

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Sean Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Jason Pietryga

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Foti is a respected criminal defense attorney in the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Ligia Parmenter

Unknown lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark Andrew Foti is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients very well. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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Anna Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Satterwhite

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. If you need a criminal attorney, I recommend him without any hesitation."

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Yousef Monadjemi

Unknown lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Foti is an outstanding attorney in the field of criminal law and is a great advocate for his clients."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Monte Robbins

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Foti is an experienced DWI and Criminal lawyer. Highly recommend."

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Inna Rifman

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Foti provides competent, well-written advice for persons seeking assistance on Avvo.com. Doing so demonstrates his compassion and knowledge. I recommend him without any hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyers Rising Star 2018, Thomson Reuters

2017

Super Lawyers Rising Star 2017, Thomson Reuters

2016

Super Lawyers Rising Star 2016, Thomson Reuters

2015

Super Lawyers Rising Star 2015, Thomson Reuters

2015

Top Ten Under Forty (NY State), American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2014

Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys Under 40 in New York, National Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2009

Best Advocate - National Trial Competition Regionals, New York State Bar Association

2009

James M. Kieffer Trial Excellence Award, SUNY Buffalo Law School

2008

Robert J. Connelly Trial Technique Award, Western New York Trial Lawyers Association

2008

Law Faculty Award, SUNY Buffalo Law School

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, The Foti Law Firm, P.C.

2017 - Present

Adjunct Professor, The College at Brockport

2015 - 2017

Attorney, The Law Office of Mark Foti

2013 - 2015

Associate, The Parrinello Law Firm, LLP

2011 - 2013

Trial Attorney, Monroe County (Ny) Public Defenders Office

2009 - 2009

Instructor, Suny Buffalo School Of Law

Associations

2017 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

Board Member

2015 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

NYSBA Criminal Justice Section

7th Judicial District Representative

2013 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2017

MCBA Criminal Justice Section

Chair

2015 - 2018

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2009

SUNY Buffalo Student Bar Association

President

2007 - 2008

SUNY Buffalo Student Bar Association

Director

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. A.G.

Not Guilty of all charges

People v. T.J.

Not Guilty of all charges

People v. T.K.

Not Guilty of DWI, convicted of traffic infraction only

People v. M.T.

Trial Order of Dismissal Granted / Case dismissed at trial

People v. E.M.

Acquitted of DWI after trial, convicted of traffic infractions only

People v. E.R.

Case dismissed following motion arguments

People v. W.R.

Trial Order of Dismissal granted / Case dismissed

People v. J.B.

Full acquittal after trial

People v. C.K.

Full acquittal after trial

People v. T.W.

Full acquittal after trial

People v. A.A.

Full acquittal after trial

People v. N.C.

Acquitted of DWI after trial, convicted of traffic infractions only

People v. M.B.

Full acquittal after trial

People v. E.B.

Charges were dismissed after motion arguments

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Education

2009

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

St John Fisher College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

CLE: Driving While Intoxicated

DWI Litigation

2013

DWI Litigation: Taking on the Breath Test

DWI Litigation

2012

SJFC English Dept: Sophomore Seminar

Career in Law

2012

Ontario County December 2012 CLE

DWI & DMV Consequences

2012

Multiple DWI Offenses: Relicensing and Collateral Consequences at the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles

DWI & DMV Consequences

2011

SJFC English Dept: Career Seminar

Career in Law

Publications

2014

Languages

English

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