Mark Andrew Mcbride
About Mark
Biography
I defend people who are charged with serious state and federal cases around the country. In the same capacity, I also do appeals and writs, which is where you try to reverse a conviction. I've handled cases from Hawaii to Maine, Florida to Oregon, Texas to South Dakota and just about everywhere in between.
I was a board certified criminal law specialist by the age of 39. I'm routinely in the media, and have been for years, either for my own cases or in terms of providing commentary. While I have represented countless celebrities, I'm most proud of the fact that when other defense lawyers get in trouble, they call me. I'm not much of a plea bargain guy. There are lawyers who will take your money and start in on you, attempting to scare you into pleading guilty.
I'm not that guy.
I've been practicing law for 21 years, having been admitted in Utah before California. I started my practice with $ in the bank the day after I passed the Bar Exam. I was 26 years old. Certainly defending high profile cases or celebrities can be lucrative, but that's not why I do it. I do it because I love people -- especially people who come from an array of backgrounds. I'm fluent in Spanish and French, and I can read and understand Italian. I live by Bertrand Russell's famous quote: "Remember your humanity, and forget all the rest."
My mentor was David Kenner. He was basically the first criminal defense attorney in America who focused on rap and hip hop clients. He was "there at the beginning." He was there when West Coast rap and Death Row Records took off in the late 1980's. He acquitted Snoop Dogg in 1991 in a murder case, and has represented all the household names in rap. (Dre, Cube, Easy, Tupac (RIP.) I met David one month after arriving in California, 21 years ago. To this day, I talk with him at least three times per week. I will never be able to quantify how much I've learned from him. I call him my father "in law."
People often ask me why I defend the "worst of the worst?" That's a fair question. I understand it completely, but my answer has always been the same: "The more controversial or notorious the client, the closer I feel to my higher power."
Thank you for reading this. Mark.
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NOTE: In terms of media appearances, there are too many news articles and stories which can be detailed here, but I would encourage you to visit my website to see a sampling: . Here are a few:
See me profiled as one of LA's go-to celebrity lawyers:
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
25 years | 1,000 cases
25 years | 1,000 cases
25 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 22 years
State: California
Acquired: 2003
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
Licensed in Utah for 24 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2001
Location
Law Offices of Mark Andrew Mcbride
468 N Camden Dr, Suite 225, Beverly Hills, CA, 90210
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Mark Andrew Mcbride's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
43 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Appeals
Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2018 | Appeals
Exceedingly Knowledgeable
I was thoroughly impressed at how knowledgeable Mr. McBride is, and it is no wonder he has such a high success rate. We needed information on filing a potential appeal with the criminal court in California. He explained the process in detail, explained the pros and cons, and more importantly was very...
Posted by Leroy | June 05, 2014 | Appeals
Attorney Mark McBride is an exceptional attorney.
Attorney Mark McBride exceeds all general best practices. His proficiency and high level to excellence speaks volumes. As a current client of Mr. McBride, I have found him to be very personal, kind and involved in my situation/case. Mr. McBride was hired on my behalf to do a appeal. His process and ...
Posted by R.A. Rocha | May 27, 2012 | Appeals
Top-notch attorney
Mr. McBride is an excellent attorney. And the word “excellent” really doesn’t do him a whole lot of justice. He’s far beyond excellent…. I know many attorneys and I’ve never written a review for one before. That’s probably because it takes a lot to impress me. I retained Mr. McBride a couple of y...
Posted by jaynera | June 22, 2009 | Appeals
Giving Lawyers "A GOOD NAME"
Mark McBride is AMAZING! a Compassionate, Kind man, with a sense of humor, but MOST of all HONEST, DILIGENT, HARD Working, DEDICATED, A man of his word, does what he says he is going to do. Mark is currently handling a case for us, which is still on going, he has filed a Motion for a New Trial. My f...
Mark Andrew Mcbride's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mark McBride is an absolute powerhouse attorney. Many litigators are lucky enough to cultivate talent in one or two facets, but Mark McBride dominates every spectrum of litigation- motions practice, legal research & writing, client management, negotiations, pretrial matters, post trial matters, and of courser, trail itself (whether a bench or jury trial). Mark is a trusted colleague, scholar, gentlemen, and family to me. If I ever need an attorney myself, I would absolutely choose Mark McBride."
"I worked with Mark McBride on a few California criminal appeals. He is steady, knows his material quite well, and immensely effective in court and on motion."
"To say, "I endorse this lawyer" would be an understatement, as I not only endorse Mr. McBride but stand behind and co-sign for him and his work. He is powerful and incredibly brilliant in and out of the courtroom; as his wheels never stop turning when fighting for you. I am especially fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Mr. McBride on a few matters so early in my career. Being able to soak up his wealth of knowledge has been a gift and privilege. Therefore, hands down, Mr. McBride is THAT guy and THE guy you want in your corner, when up against the "Goliaths" of our State and Federal courtrooms."
"Mark is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced attorney in criminal cases involving serious felonies and is well respected within the legal community. I highly recommend Mark. I have also observed and followed his high profile case involving Willie Cooks with the habeus corpus. McBride has also provided a Continuing Legal Education course on the same topic and inspired other attorneys with his experience throughout the case. Highly Recommend!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a diligent, has working attorney, and a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tenacious, quick-witted, learned, and fearless, Mr. McBride is a formidable advocate. Indeed, he is a virtual well of knowledge when it comes to Appeals, Criminal Procedure, and Criminal Defense. Point blank, Mr. McBride is a trial lawyer in the classic sense. Hence, he does not shy away from even the most difficult of cases. If you're in trouble and all bets are off, call Mark."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. McBride is a very strong advocate for his clients and he is well versed in all areas of criminal law and defense. I worked with him in a Federal Matter, and his advocacy was instrumental in obtaining a positive result for our mutual client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark has provided me with great legal advice regarding criminal defense and trial tactics over the years. I have found his knowledge and experience in criminal defense outstanding. I highly recommend Mark."
"Mark McBride, Esq., is the most fearless and knowledgeable high profile criminal lawyer I have ever met. Trust me: I know several "high profile" lawyers, and none come close to Mark's talent. I've seen him literally pick apart highly seasoned, well-respected detectives in murder trials. This man is just a winner And,. he truly cares about his craft - he will travel all over the country to defend clients in huge, complicated federal cases. Bottom line: I would call Mark right away if G-d forbid I caught a case."
"Mark is my go to guy for a good brainstorming session on strategy. He's kindness, generosity, and intelligence are limitless. He is a lawyer's lawyer and a ferocious advocate for his clients."
"Mark is a great attorney and very knowledgeable. He truly fights for his clients and he is very highly respected in our field. I endorse Mark McBride."
"Mark's a Fighter! He won't allow the prosecutor to railroad his client and will do whatever it takes to defend his client."
"When you are in federal court and the stakes are high don't gamble with an unknown quantity. Mark McBride will come through for you. He makes impossible cases look like cake walks. You won't find a harder working or more respected lawyer in federal court to help you out of a jam when your life is on the line. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have seen the results of Mark's work by being a member of the Private Defenders. He is a tireless advocate for his clients. He takes pride in his craft. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Mark is an amazing attorney. Mark is highly skilled and deals with complex federal and criminal law issues. He is highly knowledgeable and is always willing to help if he can. I can not recommend Mark enough."
"Mark is an exceptional criminal defense attorney. His extraordinary ambition and talent, and his wealth of knowledge of federal criminal and appellate law make him the go-to colleague when it comes to referring large scale or complex federal and appellate matters."
"Mark is a fantastic high caliber attorney who shines on taking high stakes cases and winning. I highly recommend Mark as an attorney."
"14 years of practicing criminal law is what we call experienced. Marks knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his outstanding pro bono contributions. His client reviews are beyond stellar. READ THEM! Results matter and with Mark you get them. Do yourself a favor and call him for a consultation if your in or near Beverly Hills."
"Mark has unparalleled insight as a professional. He is exceptionally creative in crafting solid defense strategy. Mr. McBride has superior writing skills and is one of the top trial and appellate/writ attorneys in Los Angeles. I highly recommend him."
"Mark is one of the best criminal defense attorneys I know, whether it's a misdemeanor, felony or a federal offense. Mark is always there with best defense possible. His legal acumen is remarkable and never fails to amaze me or his clients with his persistence, skill, and determination to do whatever is required to best serve his clients."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Private reproval, public disclosure issued in CA, 2024
updated on 11/11/2025Private reproval, public disclosure means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2012
Trial Lawyer of the Year, The Private Defenders
2010
Hollywood's Top Lawyers for Celebrities in Trouble, The Wrap -- Hollywood Newspaper
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Owner / Attorney, Law Offices of Mark McBride, P.C.
Associations
2011 - Present
The Private Defenders of California, Inc.Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Not guilty on all counts.
Education
2000
law
N/A
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2009
Federal and State Appeals and Writs
Publications
2010
Languages
Spanish
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
A package was seized through usps with an ounce of marijuana sent through priority 2 day mail. What can I expect to happen?
24 Feb 2015
Can a person who has a restraining order placed on them, shoot guns and post pictures on social network?
09 Feb 2015
Brother in-law filed for Civil Harassment Restraining Order against my husband
02 Feb 2015