Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges.Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges.Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges.Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges.Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges.Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges.Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges.Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges.Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges.
Mark W. Brown helps clients by ensuring a competent defense of criminal charges. He resolves cases by articulating to both prosecutors and judges a course of action that will meet the interests of justice while minimizing collateral consequences for clients. If the need arises, Mr. Brown will take your case to trial. He is an experienced jury trial lawyer and has won Not Guilty verdicts on cases ranging from 1st Degree Felonies down to misdemeanors and infractions. His greatest asset is knowing when to push for trial and when to minimize risks and punishment with equitable resolutions. He is well respected among colleagues, prosecutors and judges.
Languages spoken
Dutch, English
M Brown Criminal Defense PLLC
43 East 400 South
Salt Lake City, UT, 84111
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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UT | Active | 2012 | 05/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 6 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Mountain States Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Mountain States Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Top 10 Under 40 | National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2014 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2014 |
Superb Rating | Avvo | 2014 |
10 Best Attorneys for the State of Utah | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2014 |
Finalist, National Environmental Negotiation Competition | University of Richmond | 2012 |
3rd Place International Mediation Advocacy Competition | International Chamber of Commerce | 2011 |
1st Place ICMA International Mediation Advocacy Competition | Advocates in Mediation, Toronto, Canada | 2011 |
AmJur Award for best grade in Negotiation and Settlement | UC Hastings College of the Law | 2011 |
CALI Excellence for the Future Award: Negotiation and Settlement | CALI | 2011 |
1L Best Moot Court Brief | UC Hastings College of the Law | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | M Brown Criminal Defense PLLC | 2012 - Present |
Attorney | Pietryga Law Office | 2013 - 2018 |
Attorney | ALA PC. | 2012 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Utah State Bar | Member | 2012 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2014 - 2018 |
The National Trial Lawyers | Attorney Member | 2014 - 2015 |
Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2013 - 2018 |
American Bar Association | Member | 2012 - 2014 |
UC Hastings Center for Negotiation and Dispute Resolution | Executive Board Member | 2010 - 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of California, Hastings College of the Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
University of Utah | Master of Public Policy | 2008 |
University of Utah | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2006 |
University of Utah | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2006 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Constitution Day at Riverside Elementary | Constitution | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State of Utah v. B***** | Jury trial - not guilty on both counts |
State of Utah v. G***** | Jury trial - not guilty |
State of Utah v. W***** | Jury trial - not guilty |
Layton City v. B***** | 5-0 Decision, Utah Supreme Court |
Layton City v. B***** | Evidence Suppressed |
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Brent Huff, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 23, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer. He really loves the law and cares about his clients. Plus, he wins trials!
Joshua Baron, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 12, 2018
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Mark is a great lawyer who finds creative solutions to his clients' problems. I have called him with difficult questions on my criminal cases and he has always been insightful and helpful. I have also seen him work in court and he is an effective advocate for his clients.
Brent Huff, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 23, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer. He really loves the law and cares about his clients. Plus, he wins trials!
Joshua Baron, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 12, 2018
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Mark is a great lawyer who finds creative solutions to his clients' problems. I have called him with difficult questions on my criminal cases and he has always been insightful and helpful. I have also seen him work in court and he is an effective advocate for his clients.
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jonathan Lacour, Unknown Attorney on May 7, 2015
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One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.
Pezhman Pakneshan, Unknown Attorney on Feb 6, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Jan 26, 2015
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This lawyer strives to get the best results for clients. I endorse this lawyer.
K. Graff, Juvenile law Attorney on Dec 30, 2014
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I endorse attorney Mark Brown. He is a great person and very knowledgeable.
Jarrett Blakeley, Unknown Attorney on Nov 26, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Ronald Hedding, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 8, 2014
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Attorney Mark Brown is respected by colleagues within the legal community. An asset to the legal profession. Fully endorse.
Steven Cron, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 7, 2014
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I endorse attorney Mark Brown. Respected by colleagues within the legal community. Dedicated to the success of his clients.
Colin McCallin, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 3, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Goldstein, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 3, 2014
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I endorse attorney Mark Brown. Respected by clients and colleagues within the legal industry. An asset to the legal profession.
Russell Hebets, Unknown Attorney on Oct 2, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Geller, Unknown Attorney on Sep 15, 2014
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I endorse Mark. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication.
Giacomo Behar, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 3, 2014
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
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I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Theodore Huang, Unknown Attorney on May 20, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Criminal defense Attorney on May 19, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
Bryan Fisher, Criminal defense Attorney on May 16, 2014
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The go to attorney for criminal mattes. An esteemed member of our forum.
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