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

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 43 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1982

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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

72 Client Reviews

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Posted by Don | December 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very happy with Mark Sr.

I hired Mark for a reckless driving summons. This was my first time I would ever need to appear in court, so I wanted a lawyer to walk me through the process, represent me at court, and ensure I did everything possible to get the best outcome. Through Mark's advice and recommendation, I completed a D...river Improvement Course online, something I would have no knowledge of without him. Because of Mark, and probably some of my good driving record, Mark was able to speak with the prosecutor and change my reckless driving charge to a non-moving defective equipment violation. Going in to this process, my hope was to reduce the charge from reckless driving to speeding. Mark was able to do even better than the best outcome I was hoping for.

Posted by Vicki | August 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Reckless Driving reduced to Civil Traffic Infraction

I was given a ticket in Frederick County, VA for Reckless Driving, a Class 1 misdemeanor – a criminal offence. I did my homework when looking for representation which led me to inquire about Mark Earley Sr. I spoke to Mark directly and we discussed the particulars of my case. He explained how it w...ould work if I retained him for counsel. He charged a flat rate fee for representing me in court. I liked the sounds of that and agreed to hire him. He uses an on-line case management system, called Client Portal. I really liked it as all communication was sent through the on-line system. I could sign documents and upload them to the portal; I could send messages and all documentation was always right there for me to review whenever I wanted. In addition, I was able to call and speak to an assistant at any time and my message got me in touch with Mark right away. Mark was very good at explaining everything to me and answered all my questions which included recommendations on what I could do. Mark and I met outside the courtroom at the trial, he reviewed everything with me and then went to talk to the policeman and the prosecutor. He was able to secure an agreement to reduce the criminal charge of reckless driving to a civil traffic infraction. The case went before the judge, was processed as a traffic infraction. It was a pleasure working with Mark and a huge relief to have my day in court resolved favorably. I highly recommend his services.

Posted by Karen | November 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! HIGHLY QUALIFIED!

When I say I was beyond please with Mr Earley's professionalism, his ability to explain my charges clearly and percisely and his honesty on the best case/ worst case scenarios resulting possible outcomes of my case, thats an understatement. The fact that Mr Earley Sr. took the time to send me a list ...of things I should bring to court to be prepared and help my case was phenomenal. No one wants to feel helpless when it comes to their liberties, no matter how big or small the infraction or charges and he made me feel like I was apart of fighting this battle with him. Never getting into any trouble with the law or going to court before made me nervous about stepping foot in a courtroom in front of a judge, but Mr Earley Sr made those nerves go away from first sight. He was confident and looked me right in the eyes and told me he was going to fight for me. It made me feel like I was one of his family members and like he was going to represent for me in that courtroom like he would for a sister or daughter. My worries were put at ease. Though I wish I would never need to see Mr Earley Sr again for another traffic infraction, I wanted to take the time to highly recommend him because if I could pass the blessing of having good representation in court to someone else in need he would be the first one I would refer. Being from outside of VA, I had trust issues with lawyers from other states, but Mr Earley was very knowledgeable about VA laws, as well as having expertise on traffic, DUI, DWI and speeding charges. I was very satisfied with the outcome of my case and how hard he fought for me. 5 STAR rating for Mr Earley Sr & the Earley Legal Group!!!!!

Posted by Danny-USMC | September 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Spotsylvania Virginia Speeding Ticket

After recieivmg a speeding ticket 99/70, I recieved over 25 Attorney solicitation flyers, one day after the speeding ticket. My gut told me to seek out the best in the business and I damn sure got the best in the business Mark Jr. and Sr. after reading on the internet their credentials. I picked out... my lawyer randomly Mark Jr. and Sr. was amazing and made me feel comfortable right away, oh and how many attorneys return your telephone call within a 20-30 minute time period right after leaving a message? Not many... Mark Sr. came in confident never gave me any BS and he knew what he was doing and cared about me as a human being and what this might do to my life. He got the charges dropped and even if he hadn't I was confident he would have have gotten the charges reduced to a fine. Mr. Early's fee was very resonable compared to a few other lawers I called and said to me, we just have to take our shot at what the judge will give you, to me that is disparaging when facing a serious speeding charge. Mr. Early, your firm is top notch and I see why many law firms aspire to be like your firm. Much Respect Danny

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.

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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,

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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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