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Mark Travis Lassiter
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Biography
Mark Lassiter is a talented aggressive young defense attorney with a wealth of experience rarely found in lawyers. Because of his tenacity attorney's with 20 years of experience sought him out to found the firm Barrett Bright Lassiter Linder. There Mark serves as a founding partner.
Mark is a veteran of over 50 jury trials. He has trials in all courts from misdemeanors to Federal jury trials and knows what it takes to be effective.
Mark graduated from South Texas Collegeof Law where he excelled in the nation’s # 1 Trial Advocacy law school. He wasselected to serve as a Trial Advocate in just his first year of lawschool. During his time as amember of South Texas mock trial program Mark competed and excelled in numerouscompetitions throughout the nation.
Mark continued to hone his trial skills by joining the Dallas County District Attorney'sofficeas an Assistant District Attorney on his graduation from law school. There, asa prosecutor Mark Lassiter handled countless cases including DWI, Assault, andDrug Offenses. During his tenure at the District Attorney's Office Markdeveloped a reputation as an excellent trial attorney gaining respect from hispeers at the DA's office and defense attorneys alike.
Before Mark went to law school he attended Texas A&M University graduating with highhonors and a degree in Business Management.
Mark has also served in the Armed Forces for 10 years. He began his career inthe Army at 18 years old as an Airborne Infantryman. There he served as part ofthe 143rd Long Range Surveillance Team (LRS). This team was designed toparachute in behind enemy lines and radio crucial intelligence back to thefront lines, all without being detected. This required countless hours oftraining and attention to detail because any small mistake could leaddisastrous results for the entire team. It was here that Mark learned what itmeans to work under timetables in a stress filled environment. He learned whatit takes to get things done and he will put that knowledge to work for you.
Mark continued his career in the Army by becoming an M1AbramsA2 tank the course of his training on this battle tank Mark received an awardfor the honor graduate of his class. While serving as a tank gunner Lassiter was selected to attend OfficerCandidate School. This school transformed enlisted soldiers into again received honors for his excellent performance throughout hisattendance at Officer Candidate School. From there Mark was selected to serveas a member of the JAG Corp due to his legal expertise. After 10 years offaithful service Mark retired from active service.
Mark believes ingiving back to the community and the schools that taught him the trial skillsnecessary to be successful. He hasshown this by becoming a coach for the Mock Trial teams at Southern MethodistUniversity. There, Mark volunteershis time to teach young law students how to become effective trial attorneys.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
50%
20 years | 250 cases
Criminal Defense
40%
20 years | 1,000 cases
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Licensed in Texas for 19 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Mark T. Lassiter
3300 Oak Lawn Ave, #701, Dallas, TX, 75219
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Mark Travis Lassiter's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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A Legal Scholar
I was facing serious Federal charges and starting to feel hopeless. That's when I found Mr. Lassiter, a criminal defense attorney who could handle a complex legal criminal case. He went above and beyond my expectations, working tirelessly to investigate my case and challenge the prosecution's argumen...
Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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NO BS, JUST FIGHT
I was arrested in 2020, went from looking at law enforcement for a new career. Collin County had charged me with unimaginable charges. When I went looking for a good lawyer to help me through this I wanted a veteran that would understand me and the life I've lived. That was Mark, within the first 2...
Posted by Latoya | July 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Dwi
This man is awesome saved my life. I got dwi and the process was long and stressful. He came through and got my case drop and dismissed in tarrant County were they cut you no slack, if you want someone who will fight for you till the end this is the man you will not regret. This man when he walks In ...
Posted by Emmanuel | March 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Arkansan pulled over in Texas
I was pulled over in Texas traveling back home and charged with money laundering and felony possession. I foolishly talked with police officers and further incriminated myself. Mark took the case confidently, returned the seized funds, and secured a full dismissal of the charges. Your money is well s...
Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Very Professional & Straight Forward Attorney
I had my first DWI charge and I was unclear of next steps. I was getting propositioned left and right by less ethical lawyers and one even "claimed" my case and I missed my court date. However, Mark Lassiter and his amazing paralegal took care of everything. They were very prompt and clear with their...
Mark Travis Lassiter's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mark is an exceptional attorney. Knowledgeable, passionate, aggressive, and compassionate. Mark uses his experience and skills to acquire the best results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an excellent attorney. He cares for his clients and always strives to do his best. You can trust him."
"I endorse this lawyer for being excellent at criminal defense!"
"I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Mark. I enjoy talking to him about different cases we've worked on the Metroplex. He is very intelligent, knows the law, and is a very personable person - an attorney that I would imagine clients would be very amenable to when listening to his legal advice. I would not write this if I didn't 100% believe it to be true, and if I didn't have a very high amount of respect for Mark as a lawyer, and as a genuine person."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I am very happy to give Mark Lassiter my endorsement and recommend him to anyone in need of a great criminal lawyer. Mark is intelligent, extremely confident, and always very prepared. He has been very successful and won many cases in Dallas and surrounding counties. He is respected and well-liked by lawyers and judges in the criminal defense community, with the possible exception of a few still feeling his boot-prints."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I worked with Mark on a high profile federal bank robbery case and found him to be an excellent attorney with an avid work ethic for his clients."
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"Mark is a fantastic attorney who aggressively will represent each client he has. He knows that being charged with a criminal offense is a trying event for anyone and will tirelessly work to get the best result. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mark is a great lawyer who is able to think outside of the box and find creative solutions which are mutually beneficial to all parties involved."
"I share an office with Mark. He is a tireless, caring advocate for his clients."
"Mark and I met as a result of our involvement in a local nonprofit group. He handles his criminal cases with a no-nonsense approach. His experience and knowledge as a former prosecutor are brought to bear in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients. Mark is the first attorney who comes to mind when potential clients call me with a criminal question."
"As a fellow criminal defense attorney in the Dallas, Texas area I am familiar with Mark's legal practice. He has a proven record of success and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of legal services."
"I fully endorse Mark Lassiter. He cares about his clients and is a tireless advocate for them. He is bright, hard working, and excellent in communicating with a jury!"
"Mark is a sharp, dedicated, and hard-working defense attorney. If I ever found myself facing the long arm of the law - I'd definitely want Mark on my side."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2012
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2003
J.W. Williamson Legal Writing Award, South Texas College of Law
2003
2nd Lt. Officer Candidate School Graduate, U.S. Army
2002
Cum Laude, Texas A&M University
2001
Honor Graduate - 19K School, U.S. Army
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Founding Partner, Barrett Bright Lassiter Linder
2007 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Mark T. Lassiter
2006 - 2007
Assistant District Attorney, Dallas County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2011 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
2010 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2010 - Present
United States District Court, Eastern DistrictMember
2010 - Present
United States Court of Appeal for the Fifth CircuitMember
2008 - Present
Dallas Association of Young LawyersCommittee Chair - Criminal Law
2007 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2007 - Present
United States District Court, Northern DistrictMember
2005 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2005 - Present
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver
Dismissed
DWI
Not Guilty Verdict
Unlawful Possession of a Weapon
Not Guilty Verdict
Theft
Dismissed
Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
Charges Dropped
DWI
Dismissed
DWI 2nd
Dismissed
DWI
Not Guilty Verdict
DWI
Not Guilty Verdict
DWI
Not Guilty Verdict
Education
2006
South Texas College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Texas A&M University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Stuart Kinnard DWI Conference
Felony DWI
2011
Monthly Fraternity & Sorority Risk Assesments
Alcohol Crimes
2010
Motions for Success
Community Caretaking and BWI
Publications
2010
Motions for Success
Community Caretaking
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does it matter what the gap of dwi charges in Texas are or is your 4th one your 4th one no matter how long your last one was
30 Nov 2011
Q&A
What is a federal probation reprimand
19 Jul 2011
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
What You Need To Know About a SCRAM Device
08 Aug 2011
Legal Guide
MIRANDA RIGHTS AND DWI
08 Aug 2011
Legal Guide
Jail Time For DWI Convictions
19 Jul 2011