Mark Leroy Means

Mark Leroy Means

also known as Means Law Office, PLLC, Means-Law

4.6
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 19 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Meridian, ID
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Family, Divorce & Separation ... +3 more

429 SW 5th Avenue, Suite 110, Meridian, ID

About Mark

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 185-255 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 19 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2006

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Means-Law

429 SW 5th Avenue, Suite 110, Meridian, ID, 83642

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Mark Leroy Means's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

71 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 21 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Katie | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The BEST HANDS DOWN!!!

Hired Attorney Means to handle my high conflict (intimidating ex) divorce and custody. He got me more than 50% of the assets and less than 50% of the debts and primary care giver for my children. This is what I wanted and he nailed it! He does not promise unrealistic rulings but is straight to the... point, knowledgeable, experienced, professional, and never judged me! The definition of professional and courteous!

Posted by Virginia Iglesias | October 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

I would definitely hire again!

My husband and I set out to find a lawyer that would be able to vocalize for us in his custody case. I happen to run across mark means, and decided to read about him, learn his experience and also ready reviews about him. Although there were some that I didn’t not like we decided to hire Mark. In the... custody case my husbands concerns and wants regarding the kids, were stated very clearly to mark. Mark used his experience to explain to us how it was most likely going to go. That we could up with more or less when it came to the custody of our children. We retained mark at 5000$ and to me it was well spent. Mark made sure that all the paperwork was filled out properly, any questions we had were answered in a timely matter. I do not want to get into the details of our case because it is private. But mark was very professional and we wanted what was best for our children and we got it. I would recommend Mark because If we need him as our lawyer again we will hire him.

Posted by Bree Layton | August 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The man who saved my son!

I started a custody battle with a very bitter ex and his wife. When I first started this battle I was being represented by another attorney who failed to do his job. My son was taken from me the first court appearance. I then came to Avvo and found Mr Means, the man that saved my child from an abusic...e situation. Not only did Mr Means get my child back for me but I now have full custody of my child, FULL! My case was not an easy simple one, there was a lot of work that needed to be done. A lot that needed to be fixed and not one time did Mr Means break under pressure or lead me astray. Even when I thought all hope was lost Mark brought me right back to being hopeful. This man was more than just an attorney for me, he was someone who believed in me and my case. He didn’t stop doing what was right by my son and I. I rate him five stars because I love my son more than all that stars in the sky, and if it was not for Mr. Means I would not have him right now! This man is a complete professional and knows what he’s doing.

Posted by Jessica | May 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best in town

Mark is a go getter, I have had too many times where others disregard the issues in my custody battle but Mark took the bull by the horns and got the job done!! He is also very understanding on the financial burden this can create and works well with options. I would hire him in a heartbeat for any o...ther issues we may have.. fingers crossed there won’t be any!

Posted by James D. | May 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Solicitor General; There is no other choice.

Mark was a phenomenal advocate for us in a family law that dealt with the custody of three emotionally fragile children. His ability to articulate, influence, and call to attention key points in a debacle riddled with contention were paramount to successfully modifying a long standing order. I have e...xperienced other legal professionals who are abrasive and wrapped in egos that suck the atmosphere from the room. Mr. Means is a departure from this stereotype. He embraces his clients with empathy and clear strategy; demonstrating a demeanor that doesn't compromise his courtroom presence. IF you feel concern for the well being of your children or have any cause to find yourself in a family court "drama" then Mark is absolutely the attorney you want in your corner. Relegate your legal woes and let Mr. Means deal with the rebarbative back and forth that is inherit to family court battles.

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Mark Leroy Means's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Webb

Family lawyer | Jan 07

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"Mark is a smart lawyer. He is quick on his feet, social, and knowledgeable. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2005

Certificate of Mediation, University of Missouri

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Boise State University Public Policy Department

2008 - Present

Adjunct Professor: Mediation & Public Policy, Boise State University

2007 - Present

Lead Attorney, Means Law Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Idaho Family Law Section

member

2006 - Present

Idaho Trial Lawyer Association

Secretary/Treasurer

2006 - Present

Idaho Mediation Association

member

2006 - Present

Idaho Alternative Dispute Resolution Section

member

2006 - Present

Idaho State Bar

Member

2016 - 2017

Idaho Trial Lawyer Association

Secretary/Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Custody to DAD

Primary custody to Father Sole Legal Custody to Father

Protection Order for Client

Obtained Protection Order

Car Crash Settled $100,000.00

$100k

Car Crash $350,000.00

$350,000.00

Sole Custody for Mother

Sole Custody & Fees

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Education

2005

University of Missouri, Columbia

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of California - Davis

BA Communications

2002

University of California - Davis

BA Organizational Studies

Speaking Engagements

2017

Boise State University

Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Languages

English

Activity

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