Mark Jackson Carroll

Mark Jackson Carroll

4.8
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 42 years

Business Lawyer at Cedar Hill, TX
Practice Areas: Business, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury ... +3 more

875 Straus Road Suite 500, Cedar Hill, TX

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Business 25%

Business law matters include forming the appropriate legal entities for your specific business to enforcing agreements with other businesses and customers. Businesses need an attorney who understands applicable government regulations, banking laws, insurance law, and labor laws. Mark has handled all of these types of issues with successful results. Business matters are usually handled on an hourly basis.

43 years

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

Mark has regularly handled family law matters for the past 10 years from settlements to full trials on the merits for appropriate property division and child custody.

23 years

25%
Personal Injury 20%

Injury claims are handled on a contingent fee basis unless you desire an hourly fee. Mark has successfully handled claims involving the head, neck, back, arms, legs, feet and hands. Most cases are settled but occasionally a trial is necessary to recover appropriate compensation for loss of earning capacity, physical impairment, disfigurement, pain, mental anguish, consortium, medical expenses, and punitive damages. Mark is board certified in injury trial law.

43 years

20%
Insurance 10%

Mark handles all types of claims arising out of insurance policies for health insurance, life, disability, property, and business operations. Many claims depend upon proper presentation which requires a thorough understanding of the actual coverages before a claim is even filed. Like a trial, preparation is key to making a successful claim. Mark has forced insurance companies to pay even though they have previously denied the claim.

43 years

10%
Real Estate 10%

Real estate litigation is a special niche involving anything from purchasing property to foreclosures. Mark also handles adverse possession claims, trespass to try title claims, collections, removing wrongful liens, enforcing contracts to sell/purchase, and landlord-tenant disputes. Mark is board certified in civil trial law which requires an all day written test, many trials, and peer review by lawyers and judges.

43 years

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

Mark has handled claims from settlement to trial involving wrongful deaths. From swimming pool accidents to car wrecks, there is no substitute for a board certified specialist in personal injury trial law which requires an all day written test, many trials, and peer review by lawyers and judges.

43 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour

Contingency

25%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 42 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1983

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Mark J. Carroll

875 Straus Road Suite 500, Cedar Hill, TX, 75104

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Mark Jackson Carroll's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dan | January 02, 2015 | Child Custody

Works Miracles

If you need a miracle Mark Carroll can help you. Grandparents rights are hard to get awarded but Mr. Carroll did an excellent job and we now have the right to see our grandson while our son is in jail. Our case was presented to the judge by Mr. Carroll. He kept us informed of the process and answered... all of our questions. He's sensitive to the situation. He has the best interest of all involved in mind at all times.

Posted by Joseph | July 28, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Quality Representation

The best. Very good in demeanor with the apposite party. Did the work timely and brought the case to a close favorably. I will recommend Mark very highly to anyone needing an excellent attorney.

Posted by Corry | June 23, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Quality Representation

Mr. Carroll's representation was top notch from first contact to final resolution. The situation that caused me to contact legal advice was extremely stressful. It was a huge relief during the process knowing that I had a competent lawyer on my side. I felt my representation was stronger than the c...ooperation I was up against. I was 100% satisfied with the service I received.

Posted by Stacey | June 17, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mark's review

Mark is an Excellant lawyer! I was very pleased with my experience and the results of my case. I will most definitely refer him again.

Posted by Charles W. | June 11, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best

Mark was the best lawyer I had to have, even after I been misrepresented by another law firm, Mark came in a helped me get to a fair and fast resolution. He was attentive and took action. Good Job. Mark!

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

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

2012

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

2011

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

2010

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

2009

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

2008

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

2007

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

2005

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

2004

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1991

Board Certified - Civil Trial since 1991, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

1990

Board Certified - Personal Injury Trial Law since 1990, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2004 - 2013

Attorney, Law Office of Mark J. Carroll

2003 - 2004

Attorney, State Farm Insurance

1991 - 2003

Attorney, Law Office of Mark J. Carroll

1986 - 1990

Attorney, Law Office of Stephen F. Wilson

1984 - 1986

Assistant County Attorney, Ellis County Attorney's Office

Associations

1992 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Fellow

1991 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Certified-Civil Trial Law

1990 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Certified-Personal Injury Trial Law

State Bar of Texas

Member

Dallas Bar Association

Member

Education

1983

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

University of Texas at Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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