D. Mark Elliston

D. Mark Elliston

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 51 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Dallas, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime ... +3 more

2808 Fairmount St., Suite 130, Dallas, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 51 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1974

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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Location

D. Mark Elliston Attorney at Law

2808 Fairmount St., Suite 130, Dallas, TX, 75201

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D. Mark Elliston's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Johnny | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

5 Star - AAA Rated

Attorney Elliston is the consummate legal professional with a stellar reputation to add and decades of a winning record in criminal defense work experience to match, frankly, he is the real deal. What I liked most about having Mr. Elliston as my attorney was how I didn't have to be my own lawyer... - on the job training, at fighting my own case, not good. I never left his office confused nor feeling like I’m stupid or as if he didn't really listen or hear me, but more importantly - he proved over and over again to be a staunch defender and supporter of my innocence and as my lawyer, he didn’t let anyone else forget it - not even me, in other words - he’s not going to allow you to hold your head down, he makes you feel like now that he’s onboard, your chances just increased 100% so hold your head up high! It’s little things like that that meant the world to me. I liked that Mr. Elliston was also patient with me, once a very nervous and confused client, he was compassionate and understanding, often knowing exactly how I would be feeling throughout this situation and helping me to overcome the doubt. He would always remind me that he was on my side and that we are in this together. He just took over! He was good at “exposing the other sides hand & helping me to understand the prosecutor’s/accuser position and what they’re most likely up to in cases like mine and why the system works like this or like that, etc.!” So many reasons I chose to hire him - he told me to go back to work, to take care of my health and to start eating again, to stop worrying and go back to living life and enjoying my family and to now “let him go to work on my case”. He would often get me to relax by saying “you told me the truth, you gave me all that I've asked of you, we fully understand what the plan is and now let me go and show you how we're going to fight this thing”! We’d talk and strategize, then we’d talk more and again find more to be uncovered and analyzed, and then researched, always in constant communication with me - all efforts were always leading towards our strong end game. And throughout this process, not only did I witness how very detailed oriented he is but I soon came to realize what a great a communicator I had in my lawyer. And not to mention how his people skills shined through when we began to build a coalition of friends and advocates/witnesses to help with my case. He went to work - on my case, never making me feel as if he had “a ton of other things do!” He pushed on, perseverance, creative thinking and just flat out persistence - he didn’t let up and he doesn’t let up until he gets what’s best for his client! My case was no-billed and I eventually got my record expunged. I can’t thank Mr. Elliston enough - he's my friend. I've made sure that my friends and family have is number on hand.

Posted by Vicki Wreyford | April 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

White Collar Crime

Mark is an outstanding attorney. He is very professional and knowledgeable in representing his clients. He always researchers the best outcome for all his cases. He is Board Certified in criminal law and has an outstanding reputation. He successfully handled our case with expertise and produced ...the outcome we expected.

Posted by Christi | April 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

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Accountant

I hired Mark Elliston for a DWI case for a family member. He went over and above to get the best possible outcome. We were so happy with his professionalism and his constant communication. Mark has a great reputation in the legal community that is very well deserved. I would and do recommend him ...to anyone with any legal issues.

Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney

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Retired

Worked with my case professionally, and took the time to research the case and find the best solution.

Posted by Zavala | April 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Theft

Mark did an outstanding job for my son’s case; he was able to get a dismissal and a cleared record without having to wait the 5 year requirement.

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D. Mark Elliston's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Varner

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an excellent lawyer and my go-to referral for criminal defense matters. He enjoys an excellent professional reputation and is a skilled advocate for his clients."

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Patrick Mclain

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mark Elliston is a superb and distinguished attorney. He is highly regarded in the north Texas legal community as a very effective advocate for his clients. Mark Elliston represents many prominent citizens, and he has looked out for their interests and the interests of their families through his knowledgable and effective representation in all matters of criminal justice, great and small."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2019

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

2005

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2004

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2003

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

Associations

1983 - Present

Legal Ethics Committee

Member

1974 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Member

College of the State Bar of Texas

Fellow

Education

1974

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

Southern Methodist University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2012

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2011

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2010

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2009

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2008

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2007

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2006

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2005

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2004

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2003

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2002

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2001

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

2000

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

1999

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

1998

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

1997

State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Criminal Law Course

Taking the Legal Specialization Exam

Publications

2014

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2013

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2012

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2011

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2010

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2009

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2008

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2007

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2006

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2005

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2004

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2003

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

2002

West Texas Practice Guide, Criminal Practice And Procedure, volumes 1,2, and 3, Co-author

Languages

English

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