Mark Stephen Howard

Mark Stephen Howard

4.7
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 37 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Litigation, Child Custody

400 N. Tampa Street, Suite 1100, Tampa, FL

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

I handle and have significant experience in handling all issues related to divorce. I specialize in complex matters, but I handle smaller matters as well with equal efficiency and skill. My goal always is to achieve the client's goals as quickly and efficiently as possible.

32 years | 500 cases

50%
Child Custody 25%

I handle and have significant experience in handling all issues related to child custody, whether connected with divorce or with paternity actions.

32 years | 500 cases

25%
Litigation 25%

I handle and have significant experience in all types of commercial litigation, including contracts, product liability, business torts, corporate disputes and dissolution, real estate, collections, etc.

38 years | 1,000 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 37 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1988

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Mark S. Howard

400 N. Tampa Street, Suite 1100, Tampa, FL, 33602

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Mark Stephen Howard's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Cathy | February 12, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Incredibly grateful client.

When I sought a divorce attorney I was given Mr. Howard's name. His assistant immediately set me up with an appointment hearing the desperation in my voice. My appointment was very comfortable considering I had just been left by my husband of over 30 years. Mark stated the facts to me as to what t...he divorce laws were and spelled out to me in simple language what I was facing. We met many times over the next several months working together to obtain a fair and favorable settlement. Needless to say, Mr. Howard succeeded by leaps and bounds. My divorce was finalized 3 months after initial filing. I would recommend Mark (and have done so to others) as being an outstanding caring counselor with a above average knowledge of the law. I still do consider him my "hero".

Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2012 | Child Custody

Honest and Reliable!!!

I have retained Mark Howard for over two years to assist with ongoing custody modifications. He came highly recommended and has lived up to his reputation. I have had to balance a deteriorating relationship with my ex. As the custody battle became more intense, Mark guided me with valuable advice an...d legal representation. I genuinely respect his honesty and sense protection for my son's needs. Mark has been able to obtain modifications and numerous "wins" in court. I have worked with a lot of attorneys over the years. Most of them will only respond to situations in one style. Mark has the ability to respond in varying styles. Sometimes he uses honey. Sometimes he uses a sledge hammer. I like having an attorney who has an understanding of both the law and the art of negotiating. I strongly recommend Mark.

Posted by Lea | September 28, 2012 | Child Support

Atty. Mark S. Howard - Excellent Family Law Attorney

Atty. Mark S. Howard represented me in both Child Support and Alimony cases. I was referred to him by his former client, who is a friend of mine. Atty. Howard is an excellent lawyer. He is very knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonable. I have used a different lawyer in the past; but Atty. Mark Ho...ward obtained excellent results from both of my cases. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend him to others who need an excellent Family Law attorney.

Posted by Aaron | September 27, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Family Lawyer

Mark Howard represented me in a dissolution of marriage proceeding. I was very impressed with his knowledge of the law and legal drafting. (I am a lawyer myself so I am not easily impressed.) He helped me negotiate a very favorable marital settlement agreement. Mark helped me make informed strategic ...decisions in my case during a very difficult time. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a family law attorney.

Posted by anonymous | October 02, 2011 | Family

Mark Howard-Solid, Trustworthy Attorney

Mr. Howard is presently handling a rather intricate, complicated family situation. He is extremely calm, collected and stratically sharp. Though his office is a bit busy, he always communicate with us

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2015

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Manging Partner, Mark S. Howard, P.A.

2004 - 2007

Attorney, Solomon Law Group, P.A.

2000 - 2004

Partner, Carlton Fields, P.A.

1988 - 2000

Partner, Annis Mitchell, Cockey, Edwards & Roehn, PA

Associations

1988 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Member

1988 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

Education

1988

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Tennessee

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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