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Providing dedicated legal representation to individuals and businesses in the areas of Family Law and Civil Litigation.
Providing dedicated legal services for full range of civil and family law matters.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
18 years
Child Custody
25%
18 years
Family
25%
18 years
Marriage and Prenuptials
15%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2022 2021 2020
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Licenses
Licensed in Virginia for 17 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by Annamarie Compton | October 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best Divorce/Custody Lawyer in Lynchburg
I worked with Mark for the past two years in a challenging divorce and custody situation. Mark was there for me the entire time and available even late in the evening. If you are going through a challenging situation, he is the best lawyer to hire. He understands family law in Virginia and the best w...
Posted by Peter | June 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
An Excellent Lawyer
Mark handled a custody/visitation case for me. He has a great understanding of the court system along with the laws surrounding my case. He always made himself available for any questions or concerns I had before and after the case. He was more than prepared and made sure that I was also. Before t...
Posted by Amy | February 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Mark is a honest, caring attorney who will work hard and knows what to say to get you what you want!
Mark helped me settle a child custody case after a 8 year separation with my 4 children. My ex husband wanted me to have nothing to do with any of my children and would not allow me to even speak to my children over the phone. Mark knew exactly what to say to swing my ex husband to make a agreement a...
Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent Family Law Attorney
Mark is a knowledgeable and thorough child custody and divorce attorney. He was honest with me about all aspects of my case and particular situation, and was highly skilled in explaining the process of both custody and property settlement. I felt as though he prepared me to understand all aspects per...
Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Parent - Child Custody Case
Mark was my lawyer for my child custody case. He had a reputation of being a great litigator and it showed in the courtroom. I would say the one thing that I appreciated the most in preparation for court was his objective approach. While understanding that sensitive nature of a child custody case,...
Mark Beckner Dunevant's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Mark on several matters. He is always prepared and thorough. I would highly recommend Mark. He is also part of a great firm."
"Mark was opposing counsel on a case. He is a skilled litigator who zealously advocates for his clients."
"Mark is a fierce litigator who gets good results for his clients."
"Mark is a top-notch attorney. He is trustworthy and effective advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I found Mark to be a knowledgable and dedicated advocate for his client. Most notably he looked for outside the box solutions that would most benefit his client. His creativity serves his clients well."
"Mark has many years of experience handling cases in the greater Lynchburg area. He is prepared, thorough, and effective. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark has a passion for helping people through tough situations. He is dedicated to the success of his clients and their children. I would not hesitate to recommend Mark."
"I have worked with Mark on multiple cases. His knowledge and experience make him one of the top lawyers in Virginia."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Top Family Lawyer, Lynchburg Living Magazine
2019
Top Family Lawyer, Lynchburg Business Magazine
2008
Book Award Recipient in Family Law, Appalchian School of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Attorney, Dunevant Law, P.C.
2008 - 2023
Associate, Sanzone & Baker, LLP
2006 - 2006
Law Clerk, Bedford County Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court
Associations
2018 - Present
Lynchburg Bar AssociationBoard Member
2008 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
2008 - Present
Lynchburg Bar Association
2008 - Present
American Bar Association
2008 - 2010
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationYoung Trial Lawyers Board Member
2008 - 2009
Hill City YouthBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Hyde v. Colvin, 2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 153974
Remanded
Cocke v. Commonwealth - 68 Va. App. 11
Zeller v. Aurora Loan Services, LLC - 2011 Va. Cir. LEXIS 210
Education
2008
Appalachian School of Law
JD
2004
James Madison University
B.S.
Speaking Engagements
2014
Business Networking Workshop
How to Write Proper Contracts
Publications
2004
James Madison University
An Investigation of Product Development and Rapid Prototyping Using Selective Laser Sintering
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I fight visitation right of a meth addicted father ?
14 Sep 2018
Q&A
How can I gety kids back even though I have a learning disability?
14 Sep 2018