Mark Christopher Upright

Mark Christopher Upright

3.1
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Asheville, NC
Practice Areas: Family, Corporate & Incorporation

28 Schenck Parkway, Biltmore Park, Asheville, NC

About Mark

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 80%

20 years | 250 cases

80%
Corporate and Incorporation 20%

Non profit Formations and Business Solutions

33 years | 152 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-150 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 20 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Mark Upright

28 Schenck Parkway, Biltmore Park, Asheville, NC, 28803

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Mark Christopher Upright's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.1 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Consummate Professional

Mark typifies the best characteristics of lawyers and genuinely cares about client issues. He is professional, responsive, thorough, and patient. He is entirely devoid of the pretense that some attorneys carry. His MBA and commitment to teaching and community engagement only bolster my opinion of ...his strong and diverse knowledge base, empathy, and care for the community of which he is a long-standing and respected member.

Posted by Stephen | November 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Happy Dad!!

I would highly recommend Mark Upright for any family legal matters that you might have. Mark did a great job settling outside of court and allowing my boys to visit once again.

Posted by Shaun P. | November 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Shaun P. Review

Questions always answered with great legal advice. Was kind and caring person who kept everything professional. Great negotiator, great listener, had alot of experience with law and civil cases. Was a great parent mediator and got me and my wife through tough times. Phone calls were always returned a...nd text messages were always answered. Great peace maker negotiator with helping with parenting plans. Great at preparing and drafting proposed orders. Always on your side through tough times. Great experience and law firm. I recommend Mark Upright.

Posted by Lisa | November 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Pleased Grandmother

I live in Pennsylvania. My son lives in Hot Springs NC. I hired Attorney Upright over a custody case involving my son and his children. At the time, my son was in basic training for the National Guards and was unable to attend any of the court hearings. Attorney Upright handled all the necessary pape...rwork and procedures for my son. He was very professional, informative, helpful and friendly. I was only able to work with him through phone call and emails. He was always available when I called and answered my emails promptly. He also was very reasonable with his fees. I sometimes felt like I should have paid more but he never sent me a bill for any of his services. I am extremely pleased with the work and the time he spent on this case. I would recommend him to anyone who is in this unfortunate situation. Attorney Upright made me feel my son, my grandchildren, my family and myself were important. I thank God for guiding Attorney Upright to me. I called dozens of Attorneys from that county and area He not only responded quickly but listened and cared about what was going on with my grandchildren. Once again, from someone who only spoke with him by phone or emails, I think he did a wonderful job.

Posted by Lauren | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent Attorney

Mark was professional and helpful during a very unfortunate time in my life. I was facing a nasty custody battle with my soon to be ex husband and the attempt of moving from my state to another. As difficult as it seemed at times Mark kept me hopeful all while being honest and sincere. He got me ever...ything I was after and more. I now live in a different state with my child and it was all thanks to him! He handled my divorce and custody. 10/10 recommended.

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2014

T. Kennon Robertson Award for Management Excellence, National Philanthropic Society

2012

Outstanding Leadership Award, Benchmarks NC

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Mark Upright

2015 - 2018

Chief Operations Officer, Kanuga Conferences

2003 - 2006

Adjunct Professor, University Of North Carolina Asheville

2002 - 2015

President/Chief Operations Officer, Eliada Homes and Foundation

1999 - 2002

Vice Pressident of Administration, The Association of Independent Growth

1988 - 1999

Chief Financila Officer, Tabor Childen's Services

Associations

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

Member

2006 - Present

28th Judicial District Bar

Member

Education

2002

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

DeSales University

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1996

DeSales University

BS Accounting

1985

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

BS - Psychology

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