Overall Rating
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5.0 /5.0
43 Client Reviews
$ 390-390 per hour
PRO
Mark Anthony Weiker
Virtual Consultation Available
About Mark
Biography
Mark focuses his practice on all aspects of school law, representing students, parents, teachers, university faculty and administrators. Mark formerly served as day-to-day and defense counsel for traditional public schools, but started representing students/parents/educators in 2014 when he co-founded Abdnour Weiker, LLP.
Mark represents students “preschool through PhD” in disciplinary and special education issues, and represents school employees in school discipline, contract and separation issues, and for education licensure investigations conducted by state Departments of Education.
Mark has written and spoken on a variety of education-related topics including Title IX for Student Rights Attorneys, FERPA, student privacy laws, high school athletic eligibility, access to student educational records, special education rights and responsibilities, IDEA, state Operating Standards, suspension and expulsion rights for students, college codes of conduct and academic misconduct, public records, FLMA, sovereign immunity and qualified immunity for schools, dress codes, student civil and constitutional rights, childhood sexual assault claims, and liability waivers, among several others.
Mark has completed training to act as a surrogate parent for students with disabilities, holds a sports agent license issued by the Ohio Athletic Commission and serves as an arbitrator for education-related contract matters.
Focuses exclusively on education law. Represents students (preschool to PhD), as well as teachers, faculty, and administrators, in both the k12 and university context, with matters handled in school and in court.
Focuses exclusively on education law. Represents students (preschool to PhD), as well as teachers, faculty, and administrators, in both the k12 and university context, with matters handled in school and in court.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Education
95%
Employment and Labor
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2017 2015
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 3 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
Licensed in Michigan for 4 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 15 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Abdnour Weiker, LLP
(614) 745-2001
Fax
(614) 417-5081
Fax
262 S 3rd Street, Columbus, OH, 43215
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Online Presence
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Mark Anthony Weiker's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Results That EXCEEDED My Expectations
I highly recommend Mark W. and Lorraine H. of Abdnour Weiker. The results of their efforts have far, far exceeded both 1) what I could have achieved on my own, and 2) my expectations of what might even be possible when first seeking to engage a law firm for assistance. They achieved outstanding res...
Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great representation
In a federal case brought against a school district, Mark Weiker and his team were excellent. He clearly communicated our litigation strategy and took deliberate steps to reach a favorable outcome. Mark and his team are experts in the area of education law. Amazing in every single way. Always ther...
Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Mark Weiker was great!
Mark was Amazing to work with, they kept me well informed and was easily accessible by phone or email. Highly recommended!!
Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Education Law K-12
Mark Weiker helped me to resolve a breach of contract investigation with SBOE. He was very knowledgeable and provided me with expert guidance. I was very pleased with the outcome of the investigation. I would highly recommend his services if you are being investigated for anything by the SBOE.
Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Caring and Helpful Student Advocate
After I was suspended from my college for what I believed to be inappropriate reasons, Mark and Jessica helped me successfully navigate the process of reentry to school. They assisted me in crafting a superb appeal letter to my suspension, communicated with the school's legal counsel when necessary, ...
Mark Anthony Weiker's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Mark for nearly 20 years. He's a conscientious person on top of being a practical, smart lawyer. He knows how to get things done, which translates into positive results for his clients. Mark is at the top of my list of lawyers to work with when I have the opportunity."
"Attorney Weiker is an intelligent, thoughtful, and diligent advocate for his clients. He is also honest, caring, a family-man, and all around good guy. Mr. Weiker is a high quality attorney and I recommend his services."
John Harris
State, local, and municipal law lawyer | Jul 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mark knows all the ins and out of school law. If you know a student or a parent that needs help with an educational situation, Mark Weiker should be at the top of your list of attorneys to call."
"Mark is a very highly regarded lawyer in Central Ohio, for all aspects of school law, including representing students; parents; teachers, university staff. I have had the pleasure of working with Mark on a complex case and found his professionalism, his intelligence, and his compassion for his clients to be outstanding. I confidently refer clients to Mark knowing he is one of the best school law attorneys in Ohio."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an excellent lawyer, particularly in the areas of education and labor and employment law issues. I used to work in the same Firm as Mark and observed first hand his professionalism and skills. I understand he has now broadened his practice to include representing students in issues with their school districts. If I was a student, I would certainly want Mark representing me."
"I went to law school with Mark and have known him for years. He is an experienced and extremely professional attorney. I endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I strongly endorse Attorney Mark Weiker. I have often recommended him to individuals seeking help with issues pertaining to education law."
"Mark is a highly intelligent and hard-working attorney. I would highly recommend him to any potential client."
"You will not find an attorney who is more compassionate or competent. Mark Weiker cares deeply about each of his clients and possesses exceptional knowledge in educational law. I have the utmost confidence in Mark Weiker and I never hesitate to recommend his services."
"I have known Attorney Weiker for several years as both a colleague and friend, and I absolutely endorse him. He is knowledgeable and passionate about the law, professional in all aspects of his practice, and a genuinely great person."
"Mark is a very detail oriented and engaged lawyer. He always puts his clients' needs first and is willing to go the extra mile to obtain a good outcome. Mark does all of this with a positive attitude and outlook, which is why working with him was such a great experience."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Best Law Firms (2023-Present), Best Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
SuperLawyer (2021-Present), Ohio Super Lawyers
2021
Lawyer of the Year, Tier I, Education Law, Best Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Clients' Choice - Education, Avvo
2010
Dean's Award for Public Service, Capital University Law School
1997
Chairman of the Year, Delta Tau Delta
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, Abdnour Weiker, LLP
2010 - 2014
Attorney, Means, Bichimer, Burkholder & Baker Co. LPA
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, Means, Bichimer, Burkholder & Baker Co. LPA
2009 - 2009
Extern, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, S.D. Ohio
2009 - 2009
Extern, Columbus City Schools
Associations
2014 - Present
Bexley Chamber of CommerceBoard Member
2010 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationMember & Barrister Leadership Participant
2010 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember & Education Law Committee Member
2010 - Present
Young Buckeyes - Ohio State University Alumni AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Columbus Young ProfessionalsMember
2015 - 2016
Franklinton GardensBoard Member
2015 - 2016
Bexley Tax Incentive Review CommissionBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Separation Agreement
Positive
College of Nursing
Positive
Qualified for Unemployment
Positive
Ohio Department of Education
Positive
Removed Expulsion
Positive
OSU Code of Conduct
Positive
Severance Pay
Positive
Education
2010
Capital University Law School
Juris Doctorate
2002
Ohio State University, Columbus
B.S. Human Ecology
1995
Hopewell-Loudon High School
Home of the Chieftains
Speaking Engagements
2015
Continuing Legal Education
FERPA and Ohio Student Privacy
2014
Continuing Legal Education - NLT
Introduction to Employment Law
2014
Business Development Committee Meeting
Building Blocks of Business - Formation
2012
Stark County Administrators In-service
Family Medical Leave Act
Publications
2015
Ohio State Bar Assn - Law You Can Use
School Dress Codes Must Balance Student Control with Constitutional Rights
2015
Ohio State Bar Assn - Law You Can Use
Community Schools Operate Under Non-Profit Sponsorship
2015
Ohio State Bar Assn - Law You Can Use
What You Should Know about Public Schools in Ohio
2014
Ohio State Bar Assn. - Law You Can Use
Public Schools Must Have Reasonable Suspicion to Test Students for Drugs and Alcohol
2014
Ohio State Bar Assn. - Law You Can Use
Private School Is Option for Ohio Students
2014
Ohio State Bar Assn - Law You Can Use
Homeschooling Provides Alternative to Traditional Public Schools
2014
Ohio State Bar Assn - Law You Can Use
Law Balances Student Record Access and Privacy
2013
Ohio State Bar Assn - Law You Can Use
Joint Vocational Schools Are "Public" in Ohio
2013
Ohio State Bar Assn. - Law You Can Use
Online Schools Operate Independently of School Districts in Ohio
2013
Ohio State Bar Assn - Law You Can Use
What You Should Know Before Making a Public School Donation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a 19 year is being kicked out but he still go to school
06 Apr 2021
Q&A
Is a local school district in the state of Ohio considered part of state government?
13 Dec 2019
Q&A
I go to public school. Most of the men in my school can grow facial hair. Can my public school force me to shave.
22 Apr 2015