Marcus Thompson

Marcus Thompson

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 11 years

Business Lawyer at Saint Augustine, FL
Practice Areas: Business, Real Estate, Estate Planning ... +3 more

1 Riberia Street, Saint Augustine, FL

About Marcus

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Business 35%

Business Entity Formation/Organization, Business/Commercial Litigation, Contracts Review and Negotiation, Business Purchase/Sale Agreements

35%
Estate Planning 10%

Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, Designation of Healthcare Surrogate, Probate Administration

10%
Criminal Defense 5%

Misdemeanors, Felonies, Violations of Probation (VOPs), DUIs, Drug Crimes, Criminal Record Sealing/Expungement

5%
Personal Injury 5%

Automobile Accidents, Slip and Fall Injuries, Toxic/Mold Torts, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Dog Bites, Premises Liability, Negligent Security, Wrongful Death

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-275 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 11 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2014

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Old City Law

1 Riberia Street, Saint Augustine, FL, 32084

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Marcus Thompson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shanta | November 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Best Attorney in Fl

If you are looking for best attorney in state of Fl , stop looking , you found him and that's (Attorney Marcus Thompson ) Attorney Marcus Thompson is the best Attorney in state of Florida . I am so pleased with his ability and skills and the Efforts he puts into his work . He devoted his time and I... felt so secure to be in such good hands . He is highly knowledgable and he is so caring about his clients and their case .He is very quick and diligent , never had to wait even an hour , He goes above and beyond to take care of his clients . Takes his time to explain all the legal terms . I could even reach him and get a response even after hours . He is so fair with his fees .very happy and pleased with Attorney Marcus Thompson , highly recommend him to anyone looking for the best attorney in state of Fl , I had consulted so many attorney's . They wanted to charge arm and a leg but when I met him he was Very reasonable with his fees . He did way more then I ever Expected any attorney to do. BEST ATTORNEY IN FL

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Marcus Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anish Patel

Business lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Marcus Thompson is a very knowledgeable and skilled attorney. He has proven himself over many years of practice. Marcus is very detail oriented, diligent, and a passionate advocate for his clients. Marcus continues to exceed client expectations. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Naples

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marcus has extensive experience in personal injury matters and has been a great resource on these types of cases. I endorse Marcus."

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Robert Hoekstra

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Brooks

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marcus is an attorney of the highest character and ethics. He strives to meet the goals of his clients in a timely and efficient manner."

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Jon Paul Brooker

Business lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marcus Thompson is dedicated to achieving the best possible results for his clients and is the textbook definition of a zealous attorney. He is smart, fierce, and driven, and I highly recommend him."

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Steven Croskey

Unknown lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marcus is a brilliant attorney, and his hard work and determined drive make him an excellent attorney for handling all types of cases. In addition, he is passionate about all of his clients, and he takes the time to explain everything so that his clients understand all that is going on. I definitely recommend him as an attorney!"

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James Vinson

Unknown lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Marcus is a highly intelligent and goal oriented individual. I am confident in his ability to provide effective representation, specifically tailored to his individual client's needs."

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Shawn Simon

Business lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Marcus Thompson as he is a professional attorney and a valuable resource to the St. Augustine community."

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John Ginn

Litigation lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Thompson is a talented attorney that cares about his clients."

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Timothy McHaffie

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marcus is the epitome of professionalism, dependability, and relentlessness. I had the pleasure of teaming with Marcus in the classroom during law school and the fortune of “picking his brain” on an array of difficult legal issues. I would recommend Marcus without any reservations regarding both civil and criminal matters."

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Christopher Bolduc

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Thompson and I worked closely together for several years and during that time he demonstrated a thorough proficiency in the areas of personal injury, premises liability, and contract disputes. Mr. Thompson was a highly valued member of our legal team prior to his returning home to Saint Augustine to open his own practice. I am highly confident that Mr. Thompson’s dedication and commitment to his clients will be invaluable to the community of Saint John’s County."

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Anish Patel

Real estate lawyer

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David Naples

Litigation lawyer

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Kenneth Weisman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Shamis

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Hoekstra

Personal injury lawyer

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Scott Patrou

Unknown lawyer

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Richard Brooks

Business lawyer

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Alexander Zesch

Unknown lawyer

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Jon Paul Brooker

Environmental and natural resources lawyer

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Timothy McHaffie

Unknown lawyer

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Steven Croskey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shawn Simon

Unknown lawyer

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John Ginn

Unknown lawyer

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Christopher Bolduc

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2019 - 2019

Associate, Jackson Law Group

2019 - 2019

Partner, Old City Law

2014 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Nicholas M. Athanason, Esq., P.A.

2014 - 2019

Managing Attorney, Law Office of Marcus Thompson, PLLC

2012 - 2014

Law Clerk, Law Offices of Nicholas M. Athanason, Esq., P.A.

Associations

2017 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

2015 - Present

St. Johns County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2014 - Present

Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State vs. J.A.

Pretrial Diversion Program

State vs. G.P.

Pretrial Diversion Program

State vs. S.S.

Case dismissed

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Education

2013

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

University of Florida Levin College of Law

"Legal Research and Writing and the Practice of Law"

Languages

English

Spanish

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