Lauren Michelle Marks
also known as Lauren Applegate Marks
About Lauren
Biography
Lauren Marks is originally a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She attended Pennsylvania State University at University Park where she graduated with two Bachelor of Arts degrees in Film/Video and Political Science. Following college, she returned to Pittsburgh where she attended Duquesne University School of Law. While in law school, Attorney Marks was an active member of the Trial Advocacy team, competing nationally. Attorney Marks was awarded the International Academy of Trial Lawyers Student Advocacy Award for distinguished achievement in trial advocacy at Duquesne University. She also was admitted to the Order of the Barristers for excellence in advocacy and services.
Eventually, Attorney Marks relocated to Berks County to specialize in criminal defense where she worked for the Public Defenders’ Office. Upon leaving the Berks County Public Defenders’ Office, Lauren Marks entered the private law field where she specializes in family and criminal law. Attorney Marks also is frequently appointed by the courts as a Guardian ad Litem for children in highly contested custody cases. Attorney Marks is a member of the Berks County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations.
Attorney Marks resides in Berks County with her husband and four children.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 17 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2008
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Location
Marks Law Firm, LLC
1235 Penn Avenue, Ste 203, Wyomissing, PA, 19610
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Lauren Michelle Marks's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2013
Great lawyer!!
Lauren Marks is dedicated to helping her clients. She is a trustworthy attorney who puts her client first. I highly recommend Lauren!
Posted by Andre | January 02, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Lauren Marks worked wonders on my behalf.....
Lauren was a great part of my favorable outcome in a criminal case that I was fighting for the past 3 years. She was very attentive to detail, and always giving great advice when I needed it. If I ever need a great defense team again, I will be going to see Lauren and Dan without hesitation. Laure...
Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Charges dismissed
I tried to handle my case by myself, but realized that I needed an attorney. After hiring Attorney Marks, my charges were dismissed. She believed me that I didn't commit any crime and fought hard for my case. She was very straight forward with me and made me feel more comfortable while it was all ...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2012 | Child Support
Great Attorney
Lauren was wonderful! She really made me feel at ease. My ex-husband decided that he didn't want to pay child support anymore, so he filed for full custody of our daughter even though I have been raising her for her whole life. It was a terrible situation. Lauren always answered my calls and expl...
Lauren Michelle Marks's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Lauren on many cases and she has always been an excellent advocate for her clients and has worked diligently to get a good resolution for each case. I have such a high level respect for her that I have referred clients to her when I have a conflict."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've found her to be a worthy opponent, being very knowledgeable and competent in family law. She advocates for her clients while maintaining professional courtesy."
"Attorney Marks & I have worked together on many cases, sometimes as opponents, others as co-counsel. She is always professional, knowledgeable and a strong voice for her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2008
Distinguished Achievement in the Art of Advocacy, The International Academy of Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Partner, Palange, Endres & Marks, P.C.
2014 - Present
Owner, Lauren Marks, Attorney at Law
2010 - 2014
Associate, Emkey Law Firm
2009 - 2011
Assistant Public Defender, Berks County Public Defender's Office
2008 - 2009
Clerk, Honorable Moschetta Bell
Associations
2019 - Present
Berks County Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair
2009 - Present
Berks County Bar Association
2008 - Present
Order of Barristers
2008 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association
2017 - 2019
Berks County Bar Association, Family Law SectionVice Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Not guilty of felony
Education
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Women of the Bar
2014
Custody
Publications
2019
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
My husband is a tier one sex offender.
18 Oct 2014
Is a traffic summary offense considered the same as a criminal summary offense?
28 Sep 2014
With regards to the PA 600 rule, does filing a decertification hearing put a "freeze" on the time clock?
08 Nov 2013