Mark Steven McDaniel

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Mark Steven McDaniel

also known as The McDaniel Law Firm

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 43 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Memphis, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Federal Crime

243 Exchange Ave, Memphis, TN

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Mark

Biography

Over 35 years of experience - Call 901-527-6518 for a free consultation.

Over 35 years of criminal defense work - Call 901-527-6518 for a free consultation.

Over 35 years of experience - Call 901-527-6518 for a free consultation.

Over 35 years of experience - Call 901-527-6518 for a free consultation.

Over 35 years of experience - Call 901-527-6518 for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

DUI I Theft | Assault & battery | Sexual assault | Possession of child pornography | Rape | Murder | Sex crimes | Drug charges | Violent crime | If you have been charged with a crime, you need to call Attorney McDaniel for a free consultation.

50%
Personal Injury 20%

Car accidents | Slip & fall accidents | Motorcycle accidents | Brain injuries | Trucking injuries | Wrongful death | Railroad accidents | If you are hurt due to someone else's negligence, call now.

20%
Federal Crime 15%

Federal Drug Charges/ Weapon Charges/ Mail Fraud/ Child Pornography/ The McDaniel Law Firm has over 35 years experience defending Federal charges. Call today to discuss your case. Free Consultation available!

15%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 15%

Attorney Mark McDaniel has over 25 years of experience as a city court prosecutor so he understands exactly what is needed to successfully defend traffic offenses. Call today to have him review your case.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 43 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The McDaniel Law Firm

243 Exchange Ave, Memphis, TN, 38105-3503

themcdaniellawfirm.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Mark online.

Mark Steven McDaniel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

94 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 94 reviews

Posted by Shelia | August 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Dedicated

I was looking for an attorney to represent my son, I contacted McDaniel law firm after an exhaustive internet search. I spoke with Kim regarding my son's case. She was so kind, patient and very understanding and honest. She connected me with Mark Jr., needless to say I was very impressed with Mark J...r. He represented my son and kept me informed in every detail regarding my son's case. Mark Jr., kept me informed during the the court proceedings for my son. I enjoyed working with him.

Mark McDaniel

Replied last August 16, 2019

Thank you for taking the time to write this review of our legal services. We meet some wonderful people through our practice and you are most certainly one of those people. We truly wish you both wonderful days ahead. God bless you!

Posted by Muhammad | August 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic Ticket

Highly recommend. I called the law firm late night after seeing they were available 24 hours. This was only a day before my daughters ticket court date. I spoke with Kim who obviously had empathy and listened to the situation. Very quickly she provided options and offered the services. The next da...y the case was resolved at very nominal fee. People like Kim and this company is what makes this world a great place. Kindest people and really wanted to help. Great job Kim and the team. Thank you!

Mark McDaniel

Replied last August 07, 2019

Thank you so much for these kind words and this wonderful review. We were truly happy to serve you and your daughter in this matter. We wish you all the very best.

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Awesome DUI lawyer

Usually I am the designated driver, but one night I ended up drinking and driving and faced a DUI. I frantically searched google for “dui lawyer Memphis” and Mark popped up. From the moment I met him, I knew I made the right decision. This is a time of high stress but his team made it much better! I... truly felt like I had the best lawyer in Memphis! My charges were reduced and I am able to move past this horrible event without a DUI on my record. He will fight for you!

Mark McDaniel

Replied last April 10, 2019

We meet a lot of fine people that find themselves in these same circumstances. DUI prosecution in Shelby County is very zealous so we were especially thrilled to be able to keep this charge off of your record. We wish you all the very best!

Posted by Brooks | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

God Sent Attorney

My husband made a poor decision that caused him to get arrested and to be charged with a felony charge. We were terrified at the possible outcome! As we stood in line waiting for an arraignment, I saw Mr. Mark McDaniel Jr. Something about him stood out from the other attorneys that were around. I imm...ediately approached him and told him my husbands case and he agreed to help. I knew nothing about him at that point, but trusted God that he was who we needed. After hiring him, I went home and read other client reviews, prayed about it and knew he was the best choice for our case. As the weeks passed, he kept us updated, offered words of encouragement, and promised to do all he could do to help us. When our court date came around, he was prepared to negotiate our case to bring us the best outcome possible. He spoke with the prosecutor on my husbands behalf and got my husbands case dismissed and his record expunged. He made sure that the case was completely over and no other courts could come after my husband and that we could close this chapter of our lives. My husband and I are beyond grateful for what he did for us. He worked hard and did not treat us like bad people, but like people that made a bad decision and deserved a second chance. I am so thankful I chose him and would recommend him to anyone!

Mark McDaniel

Replied last April 10, 2019

It was truly a pleasure to work with you both in getting this case resolved. Best wishes to you!

Posted by Carl | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic Ticket

Staff is very prompt & communicative. Told me exactly what I needed to do to have traffic ticket dismissed from my record. Represented me in court & made it happen. Thank you.

Mark McDaniel

Replied last April 10, 2019

It was a pleasure representing you and we appreciate you trusting us with this matter.

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Mark Steven McDaniel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Patterson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have professionally known Mark McDaniel for over 34 years. He is very knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense. He is a highly ethical lawyer whom aggressively defends his clients. I have worked with Mark in the criminal defense realm. He has the respect of the prosecutors and Judges and obtains the best results for his clients. If a young lawyer was starting in the practice of law, they would be well served emulating Mark."

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John Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It has been almost 30 years since I first sent a client who needed a criminal law attorney to Mark. I heard back from that client about what a great job Mark did for him. Since that time I have given his name to anyone who has asked for the name of the best criminal defense lawyer in the Memphis area. I have never heard anything but highest praise for Mark's work on their behalf. He is the one I would send a family member to if (heaven forbid) they ever needed a criminal law attorney."

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Joshua Corman

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable and professional."

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Debra Branan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer for his knowledge of the law, his strength of character and his zealous representation of each of his clients."

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Robert Harris

General practice lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. McDaniel. He is one of the finest attorneys I have had the privilege of knowing in this community. His work ethic is unparalleled and is rivaled only by his grasp of the law."

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Christopher Nearn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark McDaniel exhibits and possesses all of the characteristics of an outstanding lawyer and more importantly of an outstanding person. Mark can talk the talk and walk the walk in every aspect of his life. A more devoted lawyer, husband and father one will not find."

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Jonathan Pritchard

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a young lawyer starting out in criminal defense Mr. McDaniel has been a wealth of knowledge and experience that has aided my practice greatly. I would highly recommend him in any legal matter."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Joshua Corman

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Hall

Probate lawyer

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Kevin Patterson

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

10 Best Law Firms Personal Injury, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2006

The 2006 Bar Register of Preeminent lawyers, The Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers

2005

The 2005 Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, The Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers

N/A

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

N/A

Mid-South Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyers

N/A

America's Leading Lawyers, America's Leading Lawyers

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Judge, Town of Rossville

2019 - Present

Judge, Town of Oakland

2019 - Present

Judge, City of Piperton

1992 - Present

Chief City Prosecutor, Town of Collierville

1983 - Present

Sole Practitioner, Mark S. McDaniel

2015 - 2018

City Prosecutor, City Of Rossville Municipal Court

2013 - 2018

City Prosecutor, City of Piperton

2013 - 2018

City Prosecutor, Town of Oakland

2013 - 2019

City Prosecutor and Legal Advisor, City of Germantown

Associations

2019 - Present

Tennessee Municipal Judges Conference

Member

2005 - Present

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers

1983 - Present

U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee

Licensed Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Murdaugh v. Young

Successfully contested a will based upon undue influence.

State vs McKim

Overturned by the Tennessee Supreme Court

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Education

1983

University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Middle Tennessee State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Tennessee CLE Seminar

Proving Damages in a Wrongful Death Case

N/A

Continuing Legal Education Seminar

"How to Get Your Brother-in-Law Out of Jail"

N/A

Continuing Legal Education Seminar

General Sessions Practice

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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