Marcus Bernard Polson

Marcus Bernard Polson

also known as Mark B. Polson

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 51 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Birmingham, AL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

2824 Central Aveue, Suite 150, Birmingham, AL

About Marcus

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 90%

ARRESTED FOR DUI? We can help!! The lawyer you chose can make a difference. The lawyers at Polson & Polson defend Alabama drivers accused of DUI in all Alabama municipal and state courts.

51 years | 5,000 cases

90%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 51 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1974

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Marcus Bernard Polson

2824 Central Aveue, Suite 150, Birmingham, AL, 35209

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Posted by doug | July 13, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Review of Marcus Polson

Mark is a no nonsense Lawyer who is very much in tune with the laws of Alabama in regards to defending his client who has been charged with a DUI offense. He was very precise and complete in presenting my defense and my particular case ended in a dismissal thanks to his knowledge and professionalism

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Marcus Bernard Polson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Cade

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Truly exceptional and professional attorney with an outstanding reputation in the legal field for providing high quality representation and results for his clients! I highly endorse Mr. Marcus"

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Tonya Burleson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mark Polson for over twenty years. In my opinion, Mark Polson is one of the best DUI defense lawyers in the state of Alabama. I have spoken with him regarding DUI defense issues on many occasions and have even been privileged to work on a case with him. His knowledge of DUI defense is cutting edge and his skill is exceptional. I have also been present at several seminars where he was a speaker. I always found his presentations to be among the most helpful, creative and insightful that I have ever attended on the subject of DUI defense. I have the highest respect for his skills and ability. He is truly an exceptional attorney."

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Whitney Polson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Daniel

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Russell Crumbley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is one of the premier DUI lawyers in Alabama. I speak with him often on issues. I have attended seminars where he was the speaker. He is always helpful and he simply knows so much about what he does he is always able to offer great insight. He is excellent at thinking outside of the box. Actually, he is just excellent!"

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Gregory Yaghmai

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Clearly, Mark is one of the best DUI attorneys in the state of Alabama. He specialized knowledge leads him to successful results for his clients."

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Patrick Mahaney

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Mark Polson is one of Alabama's top DUI defense lawyers. He is very experienced and very knowledgeable in all areas of DUI defense. His firm, Polson & Polson, is one of the very best DUI defense firms in the state of Alabama."

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Russell Crumbley

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer-DUI, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer-DUI, SuperLawyers

2013

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Super Lawyer-DUI, SuperLawyers

2012

Super Lawyer-DUI, SuperLawyers

2011

Super Lawyer-DUI, SuperLawyers

2010

Super Lawyer-DUI, SuperLawyers

2009

Super Lawyer-DUI, SuperLawyers

2008

Super Lawyer-DUI, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Polson & Polson

1989 - 2009

Partner, Polson & Robbins

1985 - 1989

Partner, Polson, Jones, Bowren & Robbins

1974 - 1985

Attorney, Private Practice

Associations

National College of DUI Defense

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Birmingham Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

3 car Accident, Injuries, DUI Dismissed

Dismissal

City v. DJ- Dismissal of DUI on day of trial

DUI Dismissed

City v. AL- .13 Breath Test, Speeding, Dismissal

Dismissal

State v. CD- DUI Roadblock- Case Dismissed

Dismissed

State v. BN- Third Lifetime DUI, Not Guilty Verdict

Not Guilty Verdict

City v. H- Public Intoxication Charge Dismissed

Dismissed

City v. JW-2:49 A.M., Stop Sign ran in front of Officer, DUI Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

State v. TS-Felony Theft of Property-Case Dismissed

Dismissed

State v. MV-DUI Accident/Leaving the Scene-Cases Dismissed

Cases Dismissed

2 Co-Defendants Charged with Possession of Marijuana & Drug Paraphernalia/All Cases Dismissed

All Charges Agreed Dismissed

Client arrested by State Trooper/Not Guilty Jury Trial

Not Guilty

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Education

1974

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2015

Jefferson County Public Defender's Office

DUI Defense

2014

DUI Update Seminar: Rules of the Road

DUI Defense

2010

DUI Defense Nuts & Bolts

DUI Defense

2009

DUI Defense: A Day With the Experts

DUI Defense

2007

2007 Criminal Defense & DUI

DUI Defense

2005

DUI: The Law in Alabama, The Arrest and Prosecution of DUI Cases

DUI Defense

Publications

2004

Samford University Press-Special Contributor The Prosecution and Defense Of DUI Cases A Practitioner's Handbook by T. Brad Bishop

Languages

English

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