Mark Thomas Russ

Mark Thomas Russ

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

210 W. Temple Street, 19th floor, Los Angeles, CA

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Criminal Defense 100%

My practice is criminal defense which at times includes proceedings in administrative courts and forums, such as the U.S. Immigration Court and the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 11 years

State: California

Acquired: 2015

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Law Offices of Mark Thomas Russ

210 W. Temple Street, 19th floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90012

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Mark Thomas Russ's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

68 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent

I am very thankful to Russ –I was very nervous and scared going into this case but he was always available and reassured me throughout the whole process. I found him to be very trustworthy and at an affordable price. I’m glad I choose Mark Russ.

Posted by Jaime Hernandez | September 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Scary situation

I hired Mark Russ when I came across a scary situation that was pretty big case for me. Mark did not judge the case or myself to start with, as speaking with Mark he always assured me good results would come. I felt so comfortable with Mark and to speak with him on the personal level. We had to go to... court a couple times because we didn't get results Mark wanted for me. Mark kept advising me to postpone and as I was impatient I wanted to settle with what they were offering me and for everything to be over but Mark would keep trying and trying and would advise me to postpone to another date as he kept speaking with the DA and would advise me what to do meanwhile to improve my situation. I am so glad I followed Mark's advise as the results were amazing and would 100% go back to him for anything else as I would not ask anyone else to represent me if it's not Mark. Thank you Mark Russ. Thank you for giving me my life back.

Posted by Joann | September 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

An amazing criminal defense attorney.

There are not enough words to express the gratitude I have for Mark Russ. Having little or no time to research and review different law firms, choosing Shouse Law Firm was a decision that saved my life. Daniel was very informative to me when I could not think or comprehend everything that was happeni...ng to me. Mark was quick at responding to my problem. His kindness and sincerity was over the top. At times I was feeling major distress and ultimate doom, Mark's calm and reassuring demeanor and confidence put my mind at ease. Mark is very skillful and and knowledgeable at his profession, I was facing 4 years in prison. The respect he showed myself and my family is what got us through this situation we were scared to face. He always made himself available to me and he always answered my questions no matter how silly they seemed. Mark never made me feel uneasy, he kept me informed of every aspect of my case. The results were absolutely unexpected and amazing. I always felt like I was his most important case on his busy schedule. I highly recommend Mark Russ and Shouse Law Firm.

Posted by Alejandro | August 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

An amazing lawyer who truly cares.

The gift that Mark gave me that above all meant the most wasn’t the fact that he got the result that we wanted, which is obviously great, but to me it was the feeling I got after our first consultation. Before I met with Mark, I was truly honestly scared the charges on me could jeopardize my Immigra...tion status or worst get deported. I actually contacted 4 other lawyers and tried to set up appointments for a live, in person consultation. Unfortunately each consultation was done over the phone, and at the end of each one I felt hope fleeting. It seemed I was being met with comments regarding my immigration status and how that would make my case harder and more expensive. This all changed when Mark met with us and as I explained my situation, he quickly realized that as he would ask me questions to clarify specifics for his knowledge that I would get tense and was trying to give him the answer I thought he wanted to hear. He took a minute to reassure me that in his opinion I had done nothing wrong and his job was to make sure nothing would ever happen to me, and that I would never be negatively affected by this experience. At that point I knew he had to be my lawyer. Mark was able to give me what I needed the most in order to deal with the stress, fear, and anxiety. Peace of Mind. Thank you so much.

Posted by James Morrow | August 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very happy with the legal help we received!

My friend was stopped by the police for no reason other than he was out late at night & his backpack searched without his consent. He was not arrested but a letter was sent by the Police department charging him with 3 offenses related to possession of illegal substances. We found Mark Russ on the i...nternet. Mark listened to our case, gave us clear answers to our questions, and his advice on the best way to proceed. My friend plead not guilty, attended some meetings and the Court dismissed the case. We are very happy with this outcome and strongly recommend Mark to anyone looking for help with their legal problems.

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Mark Thomas Russ's Lawyer Endorsements

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Soner Gizer

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark is one of the most brilliant of Criminal Defense Legal Minds in California. He is extremely well-versed in all aspects of criminal law and is a great advocate for all his clients. Mark is an attorney you can trust during the time of your most need for a fierce attorney!"

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Leonard Manalo

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Truly one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Los Angeles."

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Michael Becker

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"As someone who has practiced criminal defense law in California for more than two decades, I am confident in Mark's remarkable ability to investigate, negotiate, and litigate each case to its fullest extent in pursuit of the best resolution possible for his clients."

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Michael Castillo

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Let me put it this way. I would not want to be the prosecutor in any case where he is the defense attorney. He is tireless and unstoppable, and I wouldn't stand a chance."

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Adam Solinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Exceptional legal thinker, zealous advocate, ethical jurist, and compassionate human being. In other words, you want Mark as your attorney."

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Alexander Vail

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I'm honored to be able to endorse Mark Russ. Anyone facing criminal charges in California is in good hands with Mark as their advocate."

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Johnathan Leavitt

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I'm delighted Mark is working in the California office of our firm. He employs creative arguments with aggressive negotiation tactics to win charge reductions and dismissals."

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Daria Panoff

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I hear only glowing reviews of Mark. He's dedicated to achieving the best possible resolutions for his clients."

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Melissa Garscin

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mark's clients adore him. He delivers great results quickly."

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Neil Shouse

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mark is a very zealous and methodical advocate for his clients. He has excellent relationships with prosecutors, judges and court staff. He knows how the criminal justice system works in Los Angeles County, and how to navigate his clients successfully though it."

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John Murray

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mark is a sensational attorney. He takes every case personally and cares deeply about the well-being of his clients. He routinely fights for -- and obtains -- great results in court."

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Elisa Guadan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark Russ is a dedicated and zealous advocate for his Clients. His smart and thoughtful approach makes him an excellent choice for any criminal defense client. He is well respected by his peers and the Court. I recommend Mark Russ without reservation."

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Karthik Krishnan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark is extremely tenacious, detail-oriented, and fierce advocate for everyone of his clients. He truly cares about his clients and goes above and beyond in every aspect of his representation. I've had the pleasure of working with Mark on a few matters and commitment to his clients is inspiring. He views each client's case with a human, compassionate approach that is unique amongst his peers. Any client would be fortunate to have Mark as their attorney!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

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Byrne Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy, Loyola Law School- Los Angeles

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Excellence in Preparation for Trial Practice, American Board of Trial Advocates

Work Experience

2015 - 2018

Attorney, SHOUSE LAW GROUP

2010 - 2015

Case Manager, SHOUSE LAW GROUP

Education

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Loyola Law School

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Univ of Southern Calif

Languages

English

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