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Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Case Dismissed!

You probably came across this site the same way I did, by frantically searching for someone who will help you or your loved one out of an unfortunate circumstance. You found the person that will do just that. We originally hired a different lawyer who we knew of but after a couple of months it beca...me clear that he did not specialize in DWI cases. After some research and several phone calls we found Mark Thiessen. After the first telephone conversation with Mark, my husband said “this is the guy I want representing me”. He was even more convinced after we met Mark in his office. My husband’s English is not great and I asked him if he was sure that he didn’t want a Spanish speaking attorney. He said “no”. If you happen to be going through this it is a frustrating experience. You’re supposed to be innocent until proven guilty but it feels more like you’re guilty until you can prove yourself innocent or creatively weasel your way out of it. It is a game and you want the best player on your team, Mark is that player. He knows the law, he knows the ins and outs of the breathalyzer machine, he knows the people in the court room, he was very dedicated to helping us and he listened to what we had to say. He never promised us a dismissal, after all, this was my husband’s second DWI (the first one was in 1999), and even though he looked great on the video during the field sobriety test his breath test was .13, but that is exactly what we got MOTION TO DISMISS! Thank you Mark for all you did, we are so grateful.

Posted by Matt | December 12, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Made it happen

I made the mistake of driving the wrong way on a one way after a few drinks in downtown Houston. Mark was able to win my license revoction hearing then got my cased dismissed. While doing this, I made another huge mistake and got arrested again in Anahuac where Mark was able to gain a dismissal as ...well. He pulled two miracles out and represented me extremely well. I highly recommend him!

Posted by William | December 07, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Motivation and Dedication

I was pulled over on my way home on January 23, 2011 for running a red light. I had a few drinks earlier that night which I admitted to. I was then arrested and charged with a DWI. At the station I was given a field sobriety test that was videotaped. Also I was given a breath test using the intoxilyz...er 5000. I blew a .169 and .172 (that’s over twice the legal limit). After plenty of research I found Mark Thiessen's name coming up more and more often. I went for a consultation and explained to him my story. I explained to Mr. Thiessen that my life and career depended solely on this judgment. After hearing that I was a disabled veteran, due to an injury that occurred while I was in Iraq, he stood up and shook my hand stating "You Fought For Me, Now Let Me Fight For You". Here it is December 6, 2011 and its my turn to write a review for Mr. Thiessen. I just finished my trial today. It was a long drawn out fight. The DA wouldn't throughout the case even though Mr.Thiessen showed them every hole in their case. The DA and the judge were completely against us, but Mark Thiessen only got more pissed off. Every witness that came to the stand was ripped apart by Mr. Thiessen. Not one moment went by that I saw him sweat. Then the moment came when he was about to tear their case apart. The DA ran to the judge with his tail between his legs and asked for a dismissal. They saw ahead of time Mr. Thiessen’s plan to shred their case and backed down. If it wasn’t for Mr.Thiessen's motivation and dedication to my case, I would have never won this case. He is not like normal lawyers. The first day he gave his cell number to call anytime, and while we were at the courthouse other lawyers wait in line to ask him a question in reference to their cases. Everywhere he went people (other lawyers) talk about him and how awesome he is in court. When leaving his office today I asked him if he remembered our first meeting (consultation) when I told him what kind of lawyer I’m looking for. I was looking for a lawyer that I needed to take to court with a chain and collar to hold him back from tearing the prosecutor apart. Now that I think about it, if I ever go to court with him again I’m bringing a bigger chain.

Posted by Zach | December 01, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mark is and will be my first phone call!!

Mark was recommended to me by a trusted friend that works in the court system. I called his cell phone, which he gives out freely and is rare for a lawyer to do, and within minutes of talking to him he had me feeling much more at ease about my situation. I had a face to face appointment with him ju...st a few days later where he was very thorough in explaining his plan as well as answering all of my questions in a manner that I could understand. Having worked with Mark for over a year now, and having hired him to help me on additional legal matters, I am extremely comfortable recommending Mark to my family, friends, and others. From the moment I spoke with Mark he gave me the sense of comfort that I needed, has made himself easily accessible, and has proven himself extremely talented in the court room. Mark not only knows his “stuff” but also cares. Mark is on my speed dial and is my first call when it comes to legal matters. Thanks Mark for all of your help. You have been a blessing.

Posted by Erica | November 17, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Only the BEST Would Do...

I got pulled over while leaving a bar on Washington Ave, by a DWI Task Force Cop that followed me 8 blocks from the bar until pulling me over. This was my first time ever getting into trouble and I had a clean record without even a speeding ticket. He never turned on his lights so the cameras never b...egan recording. He gave me the Sobriety Field Test and I refused to blow. He arrested me and no blood test was ever given nor did I blow. So, all the state had was my word against the cops and my "failed" sobriety test. I heard of Mark through a friend that stated many people had used him and won their case. I decided to hire him as my lawyer and I am very glad that I chose him. Mark fought long and hard to dismiss my case due to lack of evidence. The DA kept saying they would not dismiss. After getting admitted to the DIVERT program I still felt like I did nothing wrong and did not care to go thru basically a year of probation, so after careful thought and consideration and the faith in Mark's ability to win this case slam dunk I decided to take the case to trial. At noon the day before my trial was supposed to begin I got a call from Mark stating that the DA had decided to dismiss the case for lack of evidence. I totally believe it was Mark's persistance and great passion for what he does and also his strong commitment to his clients were the reasons that I got my case dismissed. He is a FANTASTIC lawyer and if I ever get into trouble again there is no doubt that I will use him again. I also will refer him to anybody that gets into trouble.

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