Mark Lawrence Earley Sr.

Mark Lawrence Earley Sr.

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 43 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Leesburg, VA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense

The Breckenridge House, 107 E. Market Street, Leesburg, VA

About Mark

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 43 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1982

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Location

Earley Legal Group, LLC

The Breckenridge House, 107 E. Market Street, Leesburg, VA, 20176

Earley Legal Group, LLC

Willow Oaks Office Building, 6767 Forest Hill Avenue - Suite 314, Richmond, VA, 23225

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Mark Lawrence Earley Sr.'s Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

73 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Legend!

I was a nervous wreck through the entire case. This was a pivotal case for me and I needed a lawyer I could trust. Mark’s firm stays calm, cool and collected, and deliver results. I was in and out of court within 30-45 mins and I was offered the second best plea deal possible. Mark really nailed it. ...I highly recommend Earley Legal Group to anyone who might be in a situation similar to mine.

Posted by Hilly | March 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best !

Mack was very open and honest with what the possible outcome of my case could or could amount to. Mark was always there for consultation (even while at the beach for a family outing on a weekend. Mark achieved the best results possible for what could have possibly ended my career. I t...hank him , and God Bless him and his !

Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The best experience of a horrible experience

I picked out my lawyer randomly as I live across the country. I had no idea if I had a good lawyer or not. I received a DUI in Virginia and had to travel to go to court. I was horrified and traumatized by the whole experience. Mark was amazing and made me feel comfortable right away. He knew wha...t he was doing and cared about me as a humana being and what this might do to my life. He got the charges reduced and even if he hadn't I am confident he would have put everything he had into it.

Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Absolutely the best!

I cannot say how happy we are that we chose Mr. Earley to represent us. From the very first phone call I knew we were in good hands. Once we were in the courtroom his experience and knowledge was evident and his choices proved to be the best course of action. We were so pleased with the outcome an...d would recommend Mr. Earley to anyone needing legal representation. Mr. Earley will be the first call I make if I ever need a lawyer again.

Posted by Charlotte | October 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Prior client Charlotte Edmonds

Mark is the best attorney I have ever had. He is a consummate attorney with a wealth of experience!! I would recommend to any body looking for excellent guidance and law knowledge. Finally, Mark is both a scholar and a gentleman and cares about the welfare of all his clients. He is honest straig...ht forward and works to make his client's feel at ease. I would not have anyone represent me other than Mark L. Earley, Sr.. His record stands for itself He is fair and compassionate. There is no one like him! I honesty believe he is the best in his field.

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Mark Lawrence Earley Sr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Katz

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a very experienced lawyer. I found it important that after he advocated for executions when the Virginia attorney general that he finally saw the light and thereafter and opposed it. I recommend Mark's services."

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Benjamin Beliles

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark Earley is a remarkable legal mind, compassionate warrior for his clients, who has always represented the best of our legal community in the Commonwealth. There is no one better than him."

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William Mann,

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark Earley is a brilliant and experienced attorney who has served our legal system for decades. I highly recommend his legal services."

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William Mann,

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Fellow, Virginia Law Foundation

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Founder, Earley Legal Group, LLC

2002 - 2011

President and CEO, Prison Fellowship

1998 - 2001

Attorney General, State of Virginia

Associations

National College of DUI Defense

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Virginial Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - 2017

American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Executive Council

Education

1982

The College of William and Mary - Marshall Wythe Law School

Doctor of Law (J.D.),

Speaking Engagements

2017

2017

Richmond Bar Association Luncheon - October 2017

Civility

2005

Virginia Law Foundation Criminal Justice Reform

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Tagalog

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