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

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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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

72 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Matt | January 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Don't hesitate. Hire Mark.

I have a bit of a lead foot and found myself cited with Reckless Driving on two separate occasions within 6 months—the former in Loudoun, 71/35; the latter in Fairfax, 93/55. How fortuitous, right? After receiving the first citation, I began the search for an attorney to represent me, as Virginia... is especially punitive when it comes to speeding. If convicted, Reckless Driving by speed, §46.2-862, is a misdemeanor criminal violation with substantial implications. Although, if you are reading this, you probably know that already. I was fortunate enough to find Mark on Avvo and sought his counsel after reading countless reviews attesting to Mark's integrity, empathy, and good nature. Having worked with Mark twice, I can corroborate these statements and provide my testimony. Mark exemplifies professionalism in every respect. Whenever I reached out to him with an inquiry or for clarification, he promptly returned my call or ensured that a member of his staff did so. He is insightful, genuine, and a class act. I did exactly as he instructed and was fortunate enough to have both Reckless Driving charges reduced to minor traffic infractions with small fees. Needless to say, I will henceforth be using cruise control religiously. If you heed his advice, you will unequivocally improve your chances of a positive outcome. Therefore, if you find yourself in similar circumstances, it would be wise to give Mark a call.

Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Personable with outstanding results

Mark was professional, knowledgeable, caring and very helpful. He was able to get 3 charges dropped and one reduced. He works his magic with the police and prosecutor. I highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Highly Recommend

Mark is excellent to work with. He assisted me with beating a reckless driving charge. Mark provided guidance and the process was stress free. Guides you through every step of the process with ease and is available when needed. Unlike others I tried to work with, I feel that Mark cares about his cl...ients and has a passion to assist them the best he can. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Vickie | May 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

A situation that could had gone deeply worst

Mr. Earley Sr. and team was amazing. The first thing Mr. Earley did was reassuring and putting my mind at ease. I appreciated and needed that reassure because I was a total rack. Then he told me if I retain him he can't promise me anything but, he will try his best to get drop or reduce. Afte...r a day or two I called and hired Mr. Earley to represent me. I felt because of his honesty and integrity he was the right person for me and my case. To sum it up after retaining Mr. Early he immediately jumped into my case and the rest is history. On May 18th Mr. Earley called and gave me the good new that I received infraction defective equipment. Again, Thanks Mr. Earley you the best...

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!!!!!

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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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