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Mark Davidson Morrow

Personal injury Attorney at Tuscaloosa, AL

5.0   21 reviews

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Practice areas
  1. Personal injury
    34%
    I have been representing clients for all types of personal injury claims since being accepted to the Alabama Bar. I specialize in Legal Malpractice, car & motorcycle wrecks, malicious prosecution, fraudulent practices, and termite damage injury.

    34 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Criminal defense
    33%
    I represent clients in all types of criminal cases. I've tried DUI cases, Drug cases, Rape, Sexual Assault, Murder and White Collar Crime cases to successful outcomes. I also handle Expungement Petitions to clean your record of any criminal arrests

    34 years, 1,000 cases

  3. Divorce and separation
    33%
    I represent clients in uncontested and contested divorces. A very sensitive area, divorce law is full of emotion and dramatic change. I am very blunt about cases and the realistic outcomes of child custody, alimony and support.

    34 years, 500 cases

I am a resident of Tuscaloosa, Alabama.  I have lived here since 1982 when I first came from my hometown of Red Bay, Alabama, at the age of 18 to attend the University of Alabama.  I grew up on a farm where my father worked the fields and my mother worked alongside him.  Sweat and dirt are familiar to me and I appreciate the hard working client's that put their trust in me along with their hard earned money.  After obtaining my accounting and law degrees from the University of Alabama, I began a general practice of law in Tuscaloosa where I have continued to maintain a sole practice for the last 28 years.  I am experienced in a variety of cases.  My primary focus has been personal injury of all types.  I'm one of the few lawyers who will prosecute legal malpractice claims against other lawyers.  My other focus is criminal law where I have tried many jury cases for DUI, drugs, and violent criminal offenses.  Contested divorce matters and child custody litigation is also very familiar legal territory for me.  Basically, if you need a trial lawyer (someone who stands up in front of a jury or judge and advocates for you) for a legal matter I'm the guy you want.

 

I have great interest in science, nature and the enviroment.  I've traveled the world and I value the experience of travel in relating to people of different beliefs, interests, and backgrounds.  I enjoy photography and technology.  I have a great love of the ocean and using my skill in photography and technology to capture and share the unique places and creatures of the sea I encounter.  Scuba diving has been a part of my life since I was 18 and I relish the serenity and joy it brings me when I'm under the waves and exploring a beautiful reef or watching a giant shark move about the ocean.  I love animals and especially the unique and endangered creatures of our world.  I enjoy the technology of drones and photography with drones.  I have climbed volcanos, swam with Great White Sharks, walked with Komodo Dragons and wandered to the remotest of places in this world.  There are few things about a courtroom that could possibly intimidate me.

 

I am not a conventional lawyer, but, I am straight forward & honest about a situation, and if I represent you, determined to get you the best possible result in your legal case.

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Licensed for 33 years
State AL
Status Occupational License - Authorized to Practice
Acquired 1989
Updated 05/10/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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The Law Office of Mark D. Morrow
601 Greensboro Avenue
Alston Building Suite 210
Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401-1749

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Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2023
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Excellent Lawyer
Mr. Mark Morrow is a very honest, confident, and hard-working attorney. All my questions & concerns were answered. You will be in great hands if you retain him.
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2022
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Thankful
When I tell you that I am truly thankful, I am truly thankful! Mark told me that he would handle my case, and he did just that!!!! Divorce can be a very difficult and lengthy process. He explained everything thoroughly to make sure that I understood exactly what I needed to know before each proceeding. Mark is both knowledgeable and passionate about his work. This is truly his calling. Mark, you are the best and highly recommended.
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Posted by Robin | October 6, 2022
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Calm, no nonsense, expert legal advise
Mark handled a very stressful civil case for us. It was a very scary situation, and we were emotionally and mentally fatigued when he stepped in to advise and represent us. His calm, no-nonsense demeanor was exactly what we needed. He thoroughly explained our legal rights and walked us through the whole process, preparing us for the case as well as giving us good counsel for handling additional issues that may arise in the future. We can’t thank him enough for his kindness, his knowledge and his expertise.
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Posted by anonymous | September 12, 2022
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Calm tenacity
Mark settled a suit we brought against a driver and insurance company who refused to deal reasonably after my daughter severely injured her back in a car wreck. The insurance company used Covid to delay and stall all attempts to settle a claim which forced us to sue. Due to Mark's tenacity and diligence, the insurance company finally settled at the maximum amount of the policy. Mark's calming demeanor kept us sane while they did all they could to delay us and the courts. We greatly appreciate all he did for us to get to a reasonable settlement.
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Posted by Billy McFarland | February 25, 2022
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Good results!
Mark is a no-nonsense attorney who gets results. He handled my case beautifully from the initial consultation through the final judgment. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking quality legal services in the West Alabama area.
Posted by Kimberly | May 21, 2021
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Excellent
He is very knowledgeable and to the point. He gets things done in a timely manner and has a passion for his clients.
Posted by anonymous | November 3, 2020
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Great Divorce Lawyer!
Mark was absolutely incredible! He was always spot-on with the information he provided and supported me throughout the whole process of my divorce. I remember being incredibly nervous for my first visit into Mark's office when I was filing for divorce. I knew it was the right decision to make, but being in a lawyer's office isn't exactly the most comforting feeling for anyone regardless of what the situation is. That said, Mark assured me he would be there for me. Mark absolutely fulfilled this promise. He always made time for me. I would be lying if I said that there were only a few times Mark sat me down and filled me in on the process and possible outcomes. He also sat patiently as I asked him copious amounts of questions. Mark always gave me the bottom line of what was going on in a way that was easy to understand. He would also always ask how I wanted to proceed. There were times where I knew what to do, but when I didn't, I would ask for his opinion, and his advice was always spot-on. It's no secret that divorce is stressful for all parties involved. Although I do not wish this for anyone, it's sadly an inevitable reality of life. If someone is needing a divorce, I couldn't think of a better choice than Mark.
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Posted by Marvin | April 10, 2019
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Criminal case
Mr. Morrow did a wonderful job in representing me in my case. He was very professional & he kept me up to date with everything about my case as soon as he was notified.
Posted by Diane | April 6, 2019
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Exceptional service and quick resolution to our problem!
We had an uninsured motorist wreck in our yard and drive through our fence, tearing up our yard, fence and personal property. After trying to get resolution to this matter on our own and the driver giving us the run around to avoid paying, we turned to Mark Morrow for help. He knew exactly what to do to get very quick resolution. He had this resolved within 2 weeks and with the driver contacting him to hand deliver the check for our damages. Mark Morrow provides professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable service as well as getting results quickly. The best words to describe Mark Morrow’s attorney skill set is EXCEPTIONAL!
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Posted by anonymous | April 2, 2019
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Excellent
He was wonderful! He helped me acquire the compensation I needed in a timely manner!
Posted by McKenna | April 4, 2018
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Saved my career before it even took off.
Mark saved my career before it even got started. At the time I hired Mark to repsent me, I was a college student in nursing school. Just like any normal college student I got a job to help pay the bills. I chose to become a bartender. It was a great environment to get a nice break from a stressful one. Unfortunately one night working a security guard accidentally allowed a minor into the bar and I happened to be the unlucky bartender that served him. Due to the law an Alabama, the bartender and bar are found at fault for serving a minor (regardless if the minor is mismarked or allowed in by the security team that is hired to check ID's). I found myself in a very tough spot. I had a charge on my record for serving a minor while in a very prestigious nursing program. As you can imagine, nursing students are held to high standards and being professional is one of them. So you can imagine how it made me look when my charge came up on a background check... not good. I was then told by the school that I would more than likely be put on probation coming out of school due to the charge. This charge not only effected me mentally and emotionally, it was going to affect my nursing career. A career that I already worked so hard for. That is when I decieded to hire Mark Morrow to help me resolve this issue. He did a wonderful job. Mark worked deligently and persistently to help me get the best result. After countless amount of months, weeks, days, hours and several court hearings, Mark was able to get my case thrown out. My career is no longer in jeporady. I am able to graduate from school without having to fear any probation or after effects that could negatively impact my job. I couldn't be more thrilled with the outcome of this case. I strongly recommend Mark Morrow. You won't be disappointed with his services. He is someone I know I can always count on.
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Response from Mark Morrow April 5, 2018
Thank you McKenna for the kind words! It was my pleasure to assist you with this matter and I'm so happy you were pleased with the outcome. Best of Luck to you in your professional future!
Posted by Cody | December 19, 2017
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Excellent service
Mark was very responsive and clearly explained all the issues. He provided very helpful assistance with my daughters needs. I would definitely recommend Mark to anyone needing legal services.
Response from Mark Morrow December 19, 2017
Cody, thank you for your kind words and support. It was a pleasure assisting your daughter and helping maintain a clean driving record. I know parents worry about their children when they are off at college and I appreciate your trust in allowing me to help.
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2017
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DUI
Well... Saw the ole blue lights and got a DUI. After I got out I looked for a good lawyer and found Morrow. He was able to provide insight when I was stressed the most and actually got my case dismissed. I went back to Morrow for his services for expungement. The arrest has been fully removed from my record and I have a clear background check. I highly recommend.
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Response from Mark Morrow October 30, 2017
Thank you for the support and review. I'm happy to know I have a satisfied client.
Posted by Burt | October 27, 2017
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Divorce Representation
Attorney Mark Morrow is a fair priced attorney who provided thorough representation during my divorce case. All too often, the client's emotions affect his/her way of reasoning, however, Mark kept me focused and demonstrated patience. At each step of the process, Mark routinely explained the law in detail, listened to my opinion, expressed his opinion, and ultimately allowed me to make my on decisions after pointing out the pros and cons. As my case developed, he kept me informed through phone calls and emails. He is a very driven person and is willing to put forth the extra effort. I highly recommend the talents of Mark Morrow for legal representation.
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Response from Mark Morrow October 30, 2017
Thank you for your support Burt. I know it was a hard two years of litigation and stress. I'm happy that in the end, the results were close to your original expectations in moving on with your life. You are to be commended for your resolve and I appreciate the trust you placed in my opinions during a very difficult time.
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2017
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Dismissed & Expunged DUI
Mark handled my case flawlessly which involved being accused of DUI. A DUI can severely damage a young persons reputation and hinder them from future employment. I heard about Mark via word of mouth and I am sure glad I did. Mark was able to get my case dismissed via pre-trial diversion. He was also able to get my arrest and court records expunged because just being accused of a DUI seems bad in employers eyes this day and time. I would highly recommend Mark due to his ability to get things done effectively and efficiently with favorable results.
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Response from Mark Morrow October 30, 2017
Thank you for the words of support. I'm always happy when a client is able to move forward without negative repercussions from a difficult moment in their lives.
Posted by Cheree | October 26, 2017
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Last Will, Power of Attorney and Living Will
Mr. Morrow did an excellent job when my mother needed her Last Will and Testament updated. She also wanted to assign a Power of Attorney and complete a Living Will. My mother is 90 years old, and Mr. Morrow was kind and attentive. He listened to precisely what my mother wanted in her Will, as well as the other documents. When he returned with the legal documents, he sat patiently and explained each and every clause to her, making sure that she understood any special legal terms. My mother commented that Mr. Morrow was respectful, intelligent, and caring. She and I both highly recommend Mark Morrow to you when you need a Will, Power of Attorney, Living Will or other estate-related documents.
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Response from Mark Morrow October 26, 2017
Thank you Cheree for allowing me to assist your mother and family. It was a pleasure assisting you.
Posted by John | October 25, 2017
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A huge help in a difficult time
Mark was a fantastic help to me in a difficult time in my life. He was professional and very understanding, he knew the correct route to take in order for this event to have the smallest impact on my life possible. He negotiated the legal environment perfectly and made sure we took the correct route, even though it would have been easier to just take the first easy option. He was patient, courteous, friendly, and understanding when we need continued reassurance and guideance. He did and continues to work for us in a truley exception way. He took a very personal approach and even met me personally when I was unexpectedly picked up. I cannot say enough about Mark's legal guidance and personal touch, it has made all the difference in my life.
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Response from Mark Morrow October 26, 2017
Thank you John for allowing me to help you. I consider you and your family friends and wish you the greatest of success in your future.
Posted by Wesley | October 25, 2017
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Totally recommended
My daughter and I used Mark on one case, and I used him on another... He was beyond excellent on both cases... Very knowledgeable and really strong in court... I would recommend him to anyone.... he's the best!!! Oh, and by the way, he won both cases!!!
Response from Mark Morrow October 26, 2017
Thank you Wes for your trust in helping you and your daughter. It was a emotional time being in court, especially in your daughter's case, and I am happy both verdicts were favorable. I know its very stressful trusting a lawyer to bring a good outcome from a bad situation.
Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2017
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Consummate Professional
Mr Morrow is consummate professional. He went out of his way to keep open lines of communication and deal with what could have been a logistical nightmare. I can say without reservation that Mr Morrow is an excellent choice for any legal matters that you may encounter.
Response from Mark Morrow October 26, 2017
Thank you for the kind words and positive review. I'm happy my services were to your satisfaction.
Posted by Justin | October 25, 2017
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Excellence in Profession
I have been involved in an extremely difficult divorce since 2006 that continues to be difficult. I have had two attorneys, Mark being the second, that have served me very well in assisting me in obtaining my goals and help protect my son from dangerous situations. Mark has proven, in extremely difficult conditions, to be affluent and professional in his work ethic and execution of his work product. Mark has proven to be learned in various juvenile and civil processes, as well as property and divorce law. Mark is also very resourceful in practicing other areas of the law, specifically criminal and some employment law. Most importantly, Mark is very efficient in holding all parties accountable to agreements and the law and is direct and forward with them to this end. Mark advocates for his clients and remains completely objective in his approach to a case. Even if it is not what they want to hear, Mark is extremely blunt with his clients, always informing them of what they need to hear and understand to win their case. This is Mark’s best quality and I am convinced it is what makes him so successful in representing his clients. Mark is always prepared to listen and work for his clients and if he cannot provide the best solution, he will work to ensure his clients have the resources necessary to obtain the best representation possible. Mark D. Morrow is an excellent choice for an attorney and I will continue to retain him in the future and recommend him to others.
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Response from Mark Morrow October 26, 2017
Thank you Justin for your review. I know Divorce and child custody matters are the most emotional types of cases and for that reason its the most difficult area of law I practice. It is a credit to yourself that you listened to my advice and stuck with the strategy that we formulated for protecting your child's best interests. I'm always pleased when the outcome for a client is positive after months of anxiety and worry.
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Cost

Rates
  • Contingency 33%-50%
  • Retainer Sometimes
Payment methods
Cash, Check

Resume

AVVO RATING 7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Law Office of Mark D. Morrow
  • 1989 - Present

Education

  • University of Alabama School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1989
  • University of Alabama
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 1986

Legal Cases

  • Ex parte Dorothy Free. In Re Dorothy Free v. Alan Lasseter & Church, Seay & Minor, P.C.
  • The Alabama Supreme Court reversed the trial court and the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals orders dismissing the case. It became a very important case for suing lawyers under Alabama's legal services liability act.
  • Mark D. Morrow v. Dan M. Gibson, 827 So2d 756 (Ala. 2002)
  • I won the case and proceeded to collect over $120,000 for my client against the client of the attorney sued.
  • Larry Wade Cooley v. State of Alabama, 686 So.2d 546 (Ala.Crim.App. 1996)
  • Won one, lost one. Client served minimal jail time after looking at a minimum mandatory 10 year sentence with no probation or parole.
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Associations

  • Tuscaloosa County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1989 - Present
  • Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 1991 - 2000
  • Alabama Trial Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 1990 - 1998

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Honorary Colonel in the Militia of the State of Alabama
  • Bob Riley, Governor of Alabama
  • 2004

Speaking Engagements

  • Alabama Judges Conference
  • Attorney Malpractice Litigation "Free v. Lasseter"
  • 2014

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Divorce and separation Attorney | May 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mark Morrow is an advocate for his clients. He is knowledgeable of the law and provides zealous representation for his clients. I have known Mark for many years and recommend him for a variety of legal services."
Personal injury Attorney | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mark is an excellent example of what lawyers should be. He is available to his clients; he answers their questions and addresses all their concerns; and he treats them with respect and dignity. Once he takes your case, he is fully committed to obtaining the best possible outcome. His fees are reasonable, and in fact, they are lower than lawyers with his experience usually charge. If you have a personal injury claim, a criminal case, or a family matter, call him."
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Tuscaloosa Personal injury Lawyer Mark Davidson Morrow
Mark Davidson Morrow
Personal injury Attorney
Tuscaloosa, AL
Licensed for 33 years