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 1 - 5 of 22 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Incredible

Mr. McDaniel is an incredible attorney! He was very upfront and clear about what to expect. I love how he was very to the point - he cleared away all of my questions in a timely, precise fashion, without wasting any time or dragging it out. He was very prompt in all of his responses to me. When he ...called me and told me that the entire case was dismissed without going on our record and without even having to take a defensive driving course or anything else, I was stunned! This guy is good! He is deadly in court! He will get whatever you need done for you! He left me totally impressed by his speed, clarity, straightforwardness, confidence, and ways of getting my bad looking case turned into a good one!

Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Honest and hard-working Attorney

Mr. Mark McDaniel Jr. was brutally honest about my situation from day one and worked hard to give me the best outcome and consultation. Not only was Mark hard working throughout the process, but he put me at ease as this was my first offense and I was very concerned about my future. Thank you so much... Mark! I would definitely recommend the McDaniel Law Firm for your legal needs.

Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Superior/Trustworthy Law Firm

I got myself a simple assault charge which was about to turn ugly. Because, I had never been in any trouble before, I was scared out my mind. So, I called around for great lawyers in Memphis and decided to go with the McDaniel Law Firm. The minute I spoke with Mark Jr., I immediately felt at ease. He... was easy to talk to and he listened to me with compassion. He gave me the outcome that I was looking for with the case getting dismissed and expunged! I just want to say thanks to the entire team and I would recommend you guys to any of my family/friends.

Mark McDaniel

Replied last March 09, 2020

We truly appreciate your taking the time to review our services and are all very pleased to have your charges completely dismissed and expunged. If you are ever in the neighborhood, please drop by to say hello. God bless!

Posted by Jerry | March 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Terrific service

My daughter got a speeding ticket. A lawyer friend recommended Mark McDaniel. I spoke to Kim and expressed to her my concern about our insurance going up and also points that may be added to my daughter's driving record. Kim reassured me that this was something they could handle. I sent a picture... of the ticket. They took care of the rest. I did not have to appear in court. They kept me up to date through out the whole process. My daughter's ticket was dismissed with no court costs. Best money I've ever spent.

Mark McDaniel

Replied last March 09, 2020

Thank you, Jerry, for this wonderful review. We are thrilled that we could get these charges dismissed for your daughter. Best wishes to you both!

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!

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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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