I began practicing law in 1973 and still love it. I began as a public defender, and then went into private practice. My goa was to even the playing field for ordinary people to take on Big Industry. I have been able to focus my attention and practice on serious injury cases involving spinal cord injuries, paralysis, death, brain injury and loss of a limb. I have tried many, many cases to verdict. We have and continue to litiagate against large sorporations such as EXXON, AVON, GM, Honda, Goodyear, Yamaha, Pfizer and many other global businesses. We have the economic reources to stand toe to toe against the giants. We also handle selected medical malpractice actions.
I have been fortunate to receive peer recognition. i have been consistently raned in the top 10 lawyers in the state by my peers as a Super Lawyer, a Best Lawyer in America, and by being invited to become a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers, an honor reserved for 1% of the lawyers in America. This is an organization made up of industry and insurance lawyers as well as plaintiff lawyers like myself.
Practice areas
48 years, 1,000 cases
48 years, 1,000 cases
48 years, 1,000 cases
48 years, 1,000 cases
Languages spoken
English
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | Good Standing | 1973 | 05/04/2021 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Advocate Award | SCAJ | 2011 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | Mark C Tanenbaum, PA | 1980 - 2015 |
| Partner | Gibbs Gaillard Rowell & Tanenbaum | 1975 - 1980 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American College of Trial Lawyers | Fellow | 2005 - Present |
| South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 1974 - Present |
| South Carolina Bar Association | Member | 1973 - Present |
| Charleston County Bar Association | Member | 1973 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| American Board of Trial Advocates, Charleston Chapter | Member | N/A |
|---|---|---|
| Association of Trial Lawyers of America | Member | N/A |
| American College of Trial Lawyers | SC State Chair | 2011 - 2013 |
| Charleston County Bar Association | President-Elect | 2002 - 2002 |
| South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association | Chairman | 1991 - 1995 |
| South Carolina Bar Association | House of Delegates | 1990 - 1992 |
| South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association | Executive Committee | 1990 - 1991 |
| South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association | Board of Governors | 1989 - 1995 |
| Charleston County Bar Association | Executive Committee | 1989 - 1991 |
| Charleston County Bar Association, Common Pleas Liaison Committee | Chairman | 1989 - 1991 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1973 |
| University of North Carolina | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1969 |
Samuel Clawson, Spinal cord injury Attorney on Jan 29, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Mark professionally for several years. He is a respected member of the bar and is held in high esteem by his colleagues. I believe him to be a competent, knowledgeable and professional attorney who maintains the highest ethical standards and works tirelessly for his clients. I would not hesitate to refer a personal injury matter to him.
Mark Joye, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 24, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mark is one of the finest lawyers in the state. He is well respected by his peers and works tirelessly for his clients.
Paul Gibson, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 22, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have know Mark for nearly thirty years. A leader of the Charleston Bar and a Fellow of the prestigious American College of Trial Advocates, Mark is our community's preeminent personal injury lawyer. If you are seeking superior representation in a personal injury matter, look no further than Mark.
Susan Rosen, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 22, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mark is one of the best, most diligent, and most caring lawyers you could hire. He is excellent in his preparation and in his courtroom skills. You cannot do better!
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 16, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.