Mark Christopher Lewis

Mark Christopher Lewis

4.7
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 16 years

Real estate Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Litigation, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense

238 West Cermak Road, Suite 3B, Chicago, IL

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Real Estate 30%

11 years | 80 cases

30%
Litigation 25%

17 years | 70 cases

25%
Personal Injury 25%

15 years | 500 cases

25%
Criminal Defense 20%

17 years | 400 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 16 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2009

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Mark Lewis

238 West Cermak Road, Suite 3B, Chicago, IL, 60616

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Mark Christopher Lewis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Ivan Williams | February 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Lawyer - We Highly Recommend Him

Mark Lewis is the best and most knowledgeable lawyer we have ever hired. He has extensive comprehension of different areas of the law and has represented us in every case. Mark is also a very genuine person, attentive and always accessible. He is very dedicated to each of his cases and will always ma...ke sure you are well prepared before you go into court. We highly recommend Mark to everyone.

Posted by Chris | May 27, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Fantastic Representation

Mark Lewis represented me on a Probation Violation from a previous court case in which he was not involved. I had to replace my prior attorney and Mark was recommended to me by a friend. While my prior attorney had issues handling my violation, Mark proved more than up to the task. He was competent, ...knowledgeable and knew every facet of what needed to be done to get my status resolved and the violation removed. His dedicated efforts on my behalf made a world of difference, from working with the probation department and the judge to knowing the science behind the drug testing. As an added bonus he was always early to the courtroom, impeccably dressed and has a very composed courtroom demeanor. I highly recommend Mark as a criminal defense attorney and if I ever required any legal counsel in the future, he is the first person I would call. You should too!

Posted by Fredrick Berry | November 25, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic Violation

Mark Lewis did an exemplary job defending me in my traffic case. He kept me informed with the process, very knowledgeable and professional all throughout the process. I would undoubtedly use him again.

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Nenye Uche

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark is an amazing courtroom attorney. Recently, I had a very important criminal case and I contracted Mark to handle the trial with me. My instincts proved me right about him. He was quick on his feet, flexible, delivers powerful advocacy and completely crushed each and every witness he handled! One of the BEST!"

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Peter Kaminsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark is a caring, highly intelligent lawyer who knows how to get the job done. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of criminal defense."

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Peter Kaminsky

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Arbitrator, Cook County Mandatory Arbitration

2009 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Mark Lewis

2021 - 2023

Director of Litigation, Lawndale Christian Legal Center

2008 - 2009

Law Clerk, City Of Chicago Department Of Law

Associations

2014 - Present

Illinois Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

Chicago Bar Association, Criminal Law Committee

Member

2009 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Breach of Contract

Verdict for Plaintiff

Aggravated Battery to a Child >13

Not Guilty

Theft

Not Guilty

Battery to a Police Officer

Client found not guilty

Aggravated Battery to a Police Officer

Client found not guilty

Aggravated Use of a Weapon

Not Guilty

Battery

Not Guilty

Distribution of a Controlled Substance

Not Guilty on Distribution, Guilty of Simple Possession

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Education

N/A

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

Wedding Week Chicago Local Television Appearance

The Importance of Prenuptial Agreements

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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