Mark Andrew Begnaud

Mark Andrew Begnaud

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Civil rights Lawyer at Decatur, GA
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

315 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Suite 775, Decatur, GA

About Mark

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Civil Rights 50%

Because Mark has worked on both sides of the bar in civil rights cases, he has an inside perspective on civil rights litigation. Mark spent two years representing Georgia cities, counties, and government agencies in federal and state civil rights lawsuits. He now represents individuals with civil rights cases against government agents and entities (police officers, cities, counties, etc.).

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 400-450 per hour

Contingency

33%-45%

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 17 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2008

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Eshman Begnaud LLC

315 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Suite 775, Decatur, GA, 30030

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Mark Andrew Begnaud's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | November 05, 2017

Excellent!

Mr. Begnaud responded quickly, was very professional and knowledgeable, as well as very kind and understanding. He called when he said he would, and promptly answered my questions when asked. His respect for my time was greatly appreciated, as I've had previous experiences with other attorneys whe...re I've been left to wait days or weeks for a returned call, or answers to my questions.

Posted by Leonard O. Kosinski | January 17, 2017

honest and informative

While this attorney was not able to assist me directly with my case, he was still helpful with clarification on the laws involved and type of lawyer i should seek. Forthcoming with a potential conflict of interests in taking my case. Very admirable in a profession with a reputation for unethical prac...tices these days most notably lying by omission.

Posted by Susanne Baskin | December 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Prompt Assistance

Mark assisted me with an issue on my deceased mother's auto lease. He was professional, prompt, and thorough. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.

Posted by Natasha | July 29, 2015

Mark Andrew Begnaud-

Attorney Begnaud is very prompt, knowledgeable and trustworthy. He kept me informed every step of the way. He understands the situation of the client and helps in any possible way that he can. He takes the time out to answer any questions you may have and explains in great detail what is at hand no m...atter how long it takes. He is a excellent attorney and I would recommend him to anyone that has a legal situation that needs to be handled.

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Mark Andrew Begnaud's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew O'Connell

Civil rights lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an excellent attorney. He achieves great results for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Leif Howard

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mark Begnaud is an exceptional talent. His high intelligence and great public speaking abilities make him extremely effective in a courtroom. He is also very courteous and a true professional."

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Nathan Woody

Civil rights lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a fantastic lawyer and widely known as a go-to attorney in Civil Rights cases. He understands the law and aggressively protects his clients. This is the attorney you want in your corner."

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Douglas Borthwick

Appeals lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Goldberg

Civil rights lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark was one of the brightest people in law school and he is one of the sharpest lawyers practicing. He has a well-deserved reputation in the legal community based on the hard work he puts into his cases and the outstanding results he gets."

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Andrew Lynch

Civil rights lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a brilliant attorney and advocate. You will be well served with him working on your case. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nathanael Horsley

Civil rights lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an outstanding lawyer with a strong mix of trial skills and appellate experience. Mark has the intelligence and legal knowledge to spot the issues, the tenacity to follow up on those issues no matter who stands in the way, and the tactical skills to win when the issue finally goes to trial. I endorse Mark without reservation."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Admitted to Practice, Northern District of Georgia

2013

Admitted to Practice, Middle District of Georgia

2013

Admitted to Practice, Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals

2011

Admitted to Practice, Georgia Supreme Court

2010

Admitted to Practice, Georgia Court of Appeals

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Partner, Eshman Begnaud LLC

2014 - 2019

Partner, Horsley Begnaud LLC

2012 - 2014

Associate, Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP

2011 - 2012

Staff Attorney, Georgia Public Defender Standards Council - Appellate Division

2009 - 2011

Assistant Public Defender, Hall County Public Defender's Office

2007 - 2009

Associate, Arnall Golden Gregory, LLP

Associations

2020 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Indigent Defense Committee

Committee Member

2020 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

National Police Accountability Project

Member

2015 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Appellate Practice Section

Member

2010 - Present

Gideon's Promise

Member/Graduate

2010 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2008 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2015 - 2016

Atlanta Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Declaisse-Walford v. Pound

$110,000 Settlement

Hicks v. Lemacks et al.

$125,000 Settlement

Williams v. Brown

$100,000 Settlement

Goss v. Lane et al.

$50,000 Settlement

State v. Hudson (II)

Reversed and Remanded

State v. Brock and Brock

Case Dismissed

Hudson v. State

Reversed

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Education

2007

Georgia State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Harvard University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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