$ 175-250 per hour
Mark D. Siegel
About Mark
Biography
Hello,
Sarasota, Fl lawyer practicing in areas of civil and commercial law and litigation. These areas include tax and estate planning, probate, real estate contracts, closings and court room matters, such as foreclosures, IRS issues (former IRS employee), business disputes, contracts, leases and administrative cases.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
30%
33 years | 100 cases
Business
25%
33 years | 200 cases
Contracts and Agreements
15%
33 years | 100 cases
Estate Planning
15%
33 years | 75 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 42 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1983
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
Location
Mark D. Siegel, PL
240 N. Washington Blvd., Suite 450, Sarasota, FL, 34236-5945
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Mark D. Siegel's Reviews
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Posted by Jerry | March 26, 2013 | Estate Planning
Finding the right person
My wife and I were in need of a local, knowledgable, responsive, and trustworthy lawyer to help settle an estate involving a trust. It also included the sale of a condo. After working briefly with another lawyer, we decided that a change was needed. This was primarily due to a lack of responsivenes...
Posted by Sandra | February 18, 2013
Mark Siegel is an excellent Attorney
Mark Siegel is a very professional attorney, he made sure I understood everything that he would be doing to help me. He listened to what I wanted and expected from a lawyer and he met all my legal needs. I would recommend him to anyone that is looking for legal advise.
Mark D. Siegel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mark is an excellent lawyer who is very knowledgeable in many areas of the law. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I referred clients to him and they were very satisfied with his work."
"Very competent in real estate litigation"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark actually represented me in a contractual dispute. He was retained following my dissatisfaction with prior counsel. Mark was easy to talk with, presented clear analysis and practical solutions and got the job done."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.
Disbarment issued in FL, 2023
updated on 01/17/2024This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Florida Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.
Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2023
updated on 10/18/2023This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Suspension issued in FL, 2022
updated on 06/30/2022Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2014
Avvo Rated 2014, Avvo
2013
Avvo Rated, Avvo Corporation
2013
Client's Choice Award, Avvo Corporation
2000
Who's Who in American Business, New Millennium Edition
N/A
President's Award, Society of Manufacturing Engineers
N/A
Founders Award, Sarasota-Manatee Manufacturers Association
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Managing Attorney, Siegel Law Firm
2003 - 2006
Associate, Levin Tannenbaum
1993 - 2004
In-House Counsel, Corrugated Packaging Inc.
1982 - 1993
Attorney, Law Offices of Mark D. Siegel
Associations
2013 - Present
Florida Bar, Tax SectionActive Member
2012 - Present
Sarasota County Bar AssociationBoard Directors, Small Firm & Solo Committee
2003 - Present
Sarasota County Bar Association, Real Property SectionMember
2003 - Present
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law SectionMember
2003 - Present
Sarasota County Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Florida Bar AssociationActive Attorney
Florida Bar, Business Law Section
Attorney Member
Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section
Attorney Member
2014 - 2014
Sarasota County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors, Small Firm & Solo Committee
2014 - 2014
Sarasota County Bar Association, South CountyActive Member
2013 - 2013
Sarasota County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors, Small Firm & Solo Committee
2011 - 2011
Sarasota County Bar AssociationActive Member
2010 - 2010
Sarasota County Bar AssociationActive Member
2009 - 2009
Sarasota County Bar AssociationActive Member
2008 - 2008
Sarasota County Bar AssociationActive Member
2007 - 2007
Sarasota County Bar AssociationActive Member
2006 - 2006
Sarasota County Bar AssociationActive Member
2005 - 2005
Sarasota County Bar AssociationActive Member
2004 - 2004
Sarasota County Bar AssociationActive Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Trial Attorney
Prevailed with Final Judgment
Business Litigation
Favorable settlement.
Trial Attorney
Prevailing Party in Case
Business Litigation
Favorable judgment awarded or settled upon favorable terms.
Foreclosure Defense
Will discuss legal experience and qualifications during initial consultation.
Education
1980
Georgetown University Law Center
Juris Doctor - With Honors
N/A
Georgetown University Law Center
Masters of Laws in Taxation
N/A
Vanderbilt University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Attorney Rainmaker Conference
Information Exchange - Potential Clients & Referral Sources
2013
Taking Care of Business Group
Business Law and Litigation
2010
Kiwanis Club of Sarasota
Developments in Tax Law
2006
Sarasota-Manatee Manufacturers Assn. meeting
Estate Planning
Publications
2007
Sarasota PC Users Group
Legal Solftware Review
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Florida foreclosure, different answer every time.
15 May 2017
Q&A
How much tax will I pay if I won 50 thousand on a scratch off ticket? Considering my only income is Social Security disability
15 May 2017
Q&A
How do i serve my wife divorce papers when she is in jail,and the cost?
11 May 2017