Mark Eric Czuchry

Mark Eric Czuchry

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 26 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Victoria, MN
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Securities & Investment Fraud, Financial Markets and Services ... +2 more

1750 Tower Blvd #209, PO Box 73, Victoria, MN

About Mark

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 20%

Entity formation, capitalization, employment matters, litigation and management consulting.

26 years

20%
Estate Planning 20%

Trusts, wills, and sophisticated asset titling and management and probate.

26 years

20%
Financial Markets and Services 20%

Broker-Dealer and Investment Adviser compliance and best practices. Represent respondents in FINRA, SEC, and department of commerce/insurance investigations, on the record interviews, and in administrative actions.

26 years

20%
Litigation 20%

Represent parties in business matters, and white collar defendants in federal investigations and subsequent matters.

17 years

20%
Securities and Investment Fraud 20%

Represent claimants in FINRA arbitrations and investors in court v. broker dealers, investment advisers and others engaging in fraud, misrepresentation and omission.

26 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%

Retainer

Always


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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 26 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1999

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Czuchry Law Firm

1750 Tower Blvd #209, PO Box 73, Victoria, MN, 55386

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Mark Eric Czuchry's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Arbitration

FINRA Arbitration

I hired Mark for defense against a claim brought by my out of state BD based on an indemnity clause in my RR Agreement for loss resulting form FINRA arbitration panel award to former client who lost money in a private placement, alleging misrepresentation among other claims. Mark drafted an excellen...t Answer asserting firm legal and equitable defenses, challenging the efficacy and applicability of indemnity clause, among other confidential arguments. Mark secured my home-state forum in contravention to contract forum clause, and after extensive negotiations prompted by detailed and strategic discovery requests, Claimant BD settled the arbitration for a confidential amount with which I was very satisfied. Mark was aggressive in my defense and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing professional legal services. 10 out of 10 for performance and commitment to my case!!!

Posted by Jon | February 28, 2013 | Financial Markets and Services

FINRA

FINRA had orally said they were filing a Wells Notice which completely caught me off guard. FINRA wanted me to fly out to Maryland to try to resolve this matter. Mark was over the top prepared and got rid of the bogus Wells Notice and I didn't have to go to Maryland. I have since refered my personal ...clients to him and will continue to do so.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Reduced Promissory Note Case

Mark represented me in a broker promissory note case against a national wirehouse and was well prepared, knowledgeable and reached a settlement of 20% of the amount due on the notes.

Posted by Brad Kalin | May 22, 2012 | Business

commercial lease review

As an Insurance agency owner I encounter a number of opportunities that require that advice of a great lawyer. Mark has been that lawyer for me for over a decade. He is professional, knowledgeable, reputable and honest. Recently, He even went out of his way to meet me on a Saturday to review and advi...se me on my agency's lease. I highly recommend him and I refer him to my friends, family and clients every opportunity that arises.

Posted by Mark | May 11, 2012 | Debt Settlement

Meticulous and Patient

I used Mark Czuchry in defense against a prominent national financial institution. He was meticulous in his analysis of the relevant information and negotiated a very fair settlement for me. His patience and his tenacity were important factors in the favorable outcome of my lawsuit.

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Barbara May

Litigation lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a remarkably sharp and aggressive lawyer. He thinks outside of the box in difficult cases. His clients adore him, and he is a pleasure to work with as co-counsel."

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Ross Hussey

Litigation lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Mark on a civil RICO matter in federal court. There were multiple co-defendants involved. Mark dug into the case and came up with the majority of our defenses which he aggressively advocated. The end result was a very favorable outcome for both our clients."

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Peter Pease

Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an excellent and resourceful advocate for his clients. He has deep knowledge of the securities brokerage industry, standards of practice, regulatory requirements and the prosecution of FINRA claims. He is dedicated and energetic, an attorney you will want to have in your corner to give you sound advice and right a wrong."

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Daniel Hedlund

Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark and I were co-counsel on a case. He is very knowledgeable about the securities industry and is a tenacious litigator. In addition, he thinks creatively about cases and legal theories and is very detail oriented (which is crucial in complex cases). Mark has all the skills to bring success to your case as co-counsel or as your lawyer."

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Benjamin Reitan

Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse the work of attorney Mark Czuchry. Mark is very educated in his areas of practice and works tirelessly for his clients as a kind, fair and passionate advocate. I strongly endorse his work."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

1998

Oral Argument Champion, Maynard Pirsig Moot Court

1998

Best Brief Finalist, Maynard Pirsig Moot Court

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Czuchry Law Firm, LLC

2001 - 2008

Compliance Officer, FINRA Member Broker Dealers/RIAs

1999 - 2000

Financial Adviser, Robert W. Baird

1998 - 1999

Dir Misdemeanor Prosecution Clinic/Student Asst. City Atty, U of MN Law School/Ramsey County City Attorneys' Office

1985 - 1996

Production Manager-Wafer, Seagate Technology

Associations

2011 - Present

Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

1999 - 2013

FINRA/NASD Member Broker Dealer

Registered Representative

Sample of Legal Cases

FINRA v. K.D.

Closed investigation with only a Cautionary Action; no Form U-4 disclosure required.

US SEC v. Amit V. Patel

Won release of some assets; settled for small fraction of alleged damages.

At Home Apartments, LLC v. T.Y.

Prevented eviction; settlement.

Jaspers v. Prime Vest Investment Services, et al.

Dismissed without prejudice; confidential settlement.

State of Minnesota vs. JLW

Assault dismissed and commuted to DOC; all charges dismissed 12 mos. later.

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Education

1999

University of Minnesota Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Northwestern College of Roseville, MN

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2009

Firm Element

For Whom the Bell Tolls

2008

NAIFA-Paul Bunyan

Beneficiary Designations

2008

Bloomington, MN Continuing Education

Maximizing Community Spouse Standard of Living

Publications

2003

Minneapolis Star Tribune Pre-Emptive Reporting

2000

Minneapolis Star Tribune Court Muddles Public References to God

Languages

English

Activity

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