Mark Bishop Turner

Mark Bishop Turner

5.0
Rating: 4.9

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Trussville, AL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation

The Cahaba Building, 204 Main Street, Suite 107, Trussville, AL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019
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About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

All areas of Criminal Defense law.

35 years | 2,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 30%

35 years | 500 cases

30%
Divorce and Separation 20%

35 years | 1,000 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 36 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1989

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Location

Mark Bishop Turner

The Cahaba Building, 204 Main Street, Suite 107, Trussville, AL, 35173

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Mark Bishop Turner's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

126 Client Reviews

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Posted by Austin | November 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Life saver

It's hard to find enough good things to say about Mr Turner. I was charged with several charged some being felonies. After a couple years of court appearances I walked away with 2 mistametor. I wouldn't hesitate to send anyone his way with legal troubles.

Posted by Khrystle | November 21, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Respect and Informative

Working with Attorney Turner was a pleasure. He’s respectful and listened. He truly wants to help and is big on communication. I’m and truly grateful for his help.

Posted by Maryanna | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hired lawyer

I highly recommend using Mark Bishop Turner attorney at law. From the first time meeting mark he was very excellent in professionalism and experience. Mark always kept me informed about the case and made such a terrifying time feel a little more manageable. Mark I just wanna tell you thank you for ...standing by me and fighting for the best to achieve such a more positive resolution. I don’t know what I would have done without your continued guidance and all your emotional support also thank you for all the advice and talks you have given me as well. I really appreciate all of your hard work

Posted by Tara | October 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Very Best!!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I cannot recommend Mark Bishop Turner highly enough. From the very first conversation, his professionalism and expertise were evident. He is truly one of the best in his field. Mark answered all of my questions thoroughly and promptly returned every phone call, always making time to w...alk me through each step of my case. What stood out most was his warm, kind, and nonjudgmental approach. He made me feel heard and supported throughout the entire process, taking on my worries as if they were his own. His reassurance and guidance were invaluable and made an incredibly stressful time so much more manageable. Thanks to his skill and dedication, my case was ultimately dismissed—bringing me incredible peace of mind and allowing me to move forward with my life. I’m beyond grateful for everything Mark has done and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone in need of a top-notch criminal attorney.

Posted by Tara | October 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Very Best!!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I cannot recommend Mark Bishop Turner highly enough. From the very first conversation, his professionalism and expertise were evident. He is truly one of the best in his field. Mark answered all of my questions thoroughly and promptly returned every phone call, always making time to walk ...me through each step of my case. What stood out most was his warm, kind, and nonjudgmental approach. He made me feel heard and supported throughout the entire process, taking on my worries as if they were his own. His reassurance and guidance were invaluable and made an incredibly stressful time so much more manageable. Thanks to his skill and dedication, my case was ultimately dismissed—bringing me incredible peace of mind and allowing me to move forward with my life. I’m beyond grateful for everything Mark has done and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone in need of a top-notch criminal attorney.

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Mark Bishop Turner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elizabeth Young

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an excellent lawyer with decades of experience. I have trusted him to handle family law matters for many of my own clients. I would highly recommend him for any divorce or family law case."

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John Lloyd

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a great attorney who advocates zealously for his clients. I highly endorse him."

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Anthony Muhammad

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is extremely personable. Mark is passionate and cares about his clients to make sure they are well taken care of at the end of their case. Mark is highly respected by others in his community."

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James Perry

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bradley Green

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a fine attorney that I have known for a few years now. He does great work for his clients."

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Joseph Rose

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I know Mark Turner to be a rare true warrior for his clients in need of legal help. Mark sincerely cares about the people he serves and about perfecting his craft as a trial lawyer. I unhesitatingly endorse Mark Turner."

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Lisa Ivey

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Mark for over 10 years. I have most recently worked with him preparing some research on a criminal defense matter. Mark was, as always, genuinely concerned about his client, and gave his best efforts to the defense. He devotes time and careful thought to all his cases."

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William Ervin

Family lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark Turner is a terrific lawyer. He really cares about his clients, and provides a level of experience, integrity, and service that is unmatched. I would recommend Mark to anyone who wants to work with the very best."

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James Perry

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Experience

Rating:  4.9 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Suspension issued in AL, 2019

updated on 08/29/2022

This means the 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.

Mark’s comment:

“The period of time in question was during the three year illness and subsequent death of my wife due to ovarian cancer. I chose not to pursue an aggressive argument against the allegation due to the timing of the allegation.”

Reprimand issued in AL, 2009

updated on 12/16/2017

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the State did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Mark’s comment:

“I represented a gentleman in Mississippi. My client entered into a plea agreement and was placed on probation. From the beginning, I was given special permission to represent him. Later, I had to appear before the same Mississippi court on a probation violation for my client on the same identical case. Technically, it appears I should have received permission again to represent client in this matter but I did not. The district attorney in Mississippi wrote a letter to Alabama State Bar.”

Stayed Suspension/Probation issued in AL, 2006

updated on 12/21/2017

Stayed suspension/probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. This type of suspension means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements. In this case the State also monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Mark’s comment:

“Due to an unknown status regarding a possible tax liability with IRS, I was advised by my IRS representative to temporarily close all of my bank accounts. This included my Trust Account which had a $275.00 balance. This information was conveyed to the Alabama State Bar which reviewed the matter and stated my reason to close the account was inadequate. Subsequently, the Alabama State Bar took the action they deemed appropriate.”

Honors

2018

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2010

Alabama High School Super Six Football Championship Official, ASHAA

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Lawyer, Law Office of Mark Bishop Turner

1989 - 1992

Attorney, Summit Consulting Inc.

1979 - 1989

Senior Accountant, Southern Natural Gas Co.

1977 - 1979

Railroad Axle Shop, United States Steel Corporation

1976 - 1977

Accountant, Steel City Lumber Company

Associations

2004 - Present

Walker County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

2015 - 2016

Park Tower Condominium Association

Treasurer

2010 - 2012

Big West Football Officials Assoc.

Treasurer

1996 - 1998

Walker County Bar Association

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Rape Case

NOT GUILTY on all 4 Counts

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Education

2018

University of Alabama - Birmingham

Minor in Music

2017

Trojan Horse Method

Foundation of Trial Skills

2016

Trojan Horse Method

Advanced Trial Skills

2013

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

Advanced Trial Skills

2004

American Trial Lawyers Association

Advanced Trial Skills

1988

Birmingham School of Law (Birmingham, AL)

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

University of Alabama - Birmingham

BS - Bachelor of Science

1973

Minor High School

Advanced Academic

Speaking Engagements

1994

Becker CPA Exam Review

Business Law

Languages

English

Activity

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