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  • San Bernardino, CA
  • Licensed for 30 years
Mark Raymond McDonald
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About Mark

Orange County and the Inland Empire Effective Legal Representation at a price you can afford

Mark Raymond McDonald has defended individuals and businesses in all varieties of criminal matters for 28 years.  His practice focuses on California state courts.  He was a Riverside County prosecutor for 7 years before opening his current office in 1996.  Mr. Mcdonald enjoys great success in the courtroom and devotes everything to his clients' success in the outcome of their cases.  Mr. McDonald maintains his office in San Bernardino. Consult with Mr. McDonald and learn about your options today. 

Practice areas

ExpungementCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 80%

    Criminal Defense comprises all areas criminal trouble, from capital murder to DUI. Administrative issues, such as professional licenses (nurse, doctor, lawyer, teacher, driver, pilot) also come under the umbrella of criminal defense. Finally, criminal writs and appeals also fall under the category "criminal defense." I represent clients in all of these areas of criminal defense, and everything in between. Call or email me and arrange a free consultation where I will evaluate your case.

    32 years, 7,703 cases

  2. Expungement: 20%

    32 years, 235 cases

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

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Contact

225 W Hospitality Lane
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Mark Raymond McDonald, Esq., A Law Corporation

225 W Hospitality Lane
Suite 318
San Bernardino, CA, 92408

Fax (909) 890-3501
Website
https://www.lawyer4u.org

Seal Your Arrest & Court Records
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Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive199010/28/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers65
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
2017 C.L.A.Y. Award for California Attorney of the YearLos Angeles Daily Journal2018
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2016
Prosecutor of the YearRiverside District Attorney1994
Prosecutor of the yearRiverside District Attorney1993
Stauffer Research FellowshipTraynor Society1991
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyLaw Offices of Mark Raymond McDonald1996 - Present
Adjunct ProfessorChapman University School Of Law, Orange, Ca1992 - 1996
Deputy District AttorneyRiverside County D.A's Office1990 - 1996
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
San Bernardino County Bar AssociationAttorney Member1996 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMemberN/A
Orange County Bar AssociationN/AN/A
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
97 Cal App. 4th 785, 118 Cal. Rptr. 2d 668People v Cuccia2002
63 Cal. App. 4th 462, 73 Cal. Rptr. 2d 650In re Michael I, on Habeas Corpus, 63 Cal. App. 4th 462, 73 Cal. Rptr. 2d 6501998
24 Loyola Law Review 365"Literary Rights Fee Agreements: Letting the Rabbit Guard thr Carrot Patch of Sixth Amendment Rights and Attorney Ethics"1991
20 Pacific Law Journal, 1285"Prejudicial Joinder Under California Penal Code Section 954: Judicial Economy at a Premium"1989
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
McGeorge School of Law, University of the PacificJD - Juris Doctor1990
Duke UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1985
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Chapman UniversityLegal Research and Writing1996
White Collar Crimes SeminarBribery1995
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
People v Biane et al (2017)Not Guilty
People v Romero (2013)Probation
People v WatanabeNA Classes
People v Chea (2013)Dismissal
People v. Sessions (2013)Admitted into drug court - Case is Dismissed
People v Rodriguez (2012)Dismissed

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My experience fighting a murder charge

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when your life is on the line and looking at life in prison, you become desperate. mr mcdonald kept me calm while destroying the da's case. he filed numerous motions and the da dismissed the case just before trial

Definitely a firm you can trust! Honest and reliable! One in a million!!

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I just want to thank Mark Mcdonald and Denise Scelsi there at the Law Offices of Mark R Mcdonald. It was first I met Mark and Denise 2&a half years ago when they took my case. I was actually referred to them by an acquaintance I know, I better call the refering party a friend actually because for what Mark and Denise did for me you can't repay that with money. Everyone at the Law Offices of Mark R McDonald really took my case personal. Mark an Denise led me every step of the way concerning my case and were very clear an patient concerning the things I needed to do... they were never pushy or rude. From start to finish they were there with me . Did they do the job that I needed for them to do in my dark time I would say no... They went above and beyond and surpassed what I thought the outcome would be . They definitely affected my future and because of them my future's bright . I'm very grateful... thank you !! thank you!!! to everyone at the Law Offices of Mark R Mcdonald!!!

Excellent

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Mark recently represented me with my criminal issue (DISMISSED), and now has been re-hired in assisting me in sealing my record. Mark and his secretary’s are extremely friendly, which helps tremendously when your under extreme stressful situations. Mark is efficient, professional, and personable. Mark and his staff were helpful to all my questions and concerns during the entire process and I would highly recommend Mark Raymond McDonald. Did I mention very great prices! Remember your background is an investment don’t hesitate to make the move Mark will help you! Thanks Mark!
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Top notch

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i have 3 felony charge against me and he got it all dismissed. very easy to talk to and very helpful..he made life so much easier for me i highly recommend Mr. mcdonald
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Excellent attorney.

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Mr.McDonald and his team were professional from the very beginning in dealing with my case. Before actually visiting him, his team directed me and helped me to do everything i needed to be prepared. When i came in, i sat and spoke with Mr.McDonald and i was immediately confident that my case was in good hands. Within no time i had my court date set, and his team did an excellent job of communicating with me about all of the details. Mr. McDonald was well prepared, confident, and everything ended up being a 100% success. I'm glad i went to the law offices of Mark R. McDonald, and would recommend him to anyone seeking a defense attorney.
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Making difficult times easier

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Mark and his office helped me with a traffic citation that turned into a warrant when I moved out of state and forgot to pay it. In the midst of a very difficult time of moving across the country and going through a divorce, Mark made taking care of this legal matter hassle-free. His office was so nice in making this truly one less thing that I had to lose sleep over. I appreciate his and all of his coworkers help immensely. Though I wish the circumstance of needing a criminal defense lawyer on no one, if you find yourself in need, this is the guy to hire.
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Thank You Mark!

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Great out come Mark handled my case with expertise! He kept me informed he went over everything with me got my charges reduced couldn't have ask for a better outcome! Would refer him to anyone who needs an attorney! Affordable as well!
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federal medicare fraud

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mr McDonald represented me in federal court for a big medicare billing fraud case. I was looking at ten years in prison because so much money was involved and I had lied to the FBI. Mr McDonald worked very hard to get me a great outcome. Instead of prison, I got probation and house arrest for a year. I never believed it was possible to avoid prison. Mr. McDonald was great with the federal prosecutor and his ability and determination was what mattered in the end. Mr. McDonald was also caring and patient with me through the whole long process. I cant thank him enough for all he did for me and my family.
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Finally can sleep at night

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I hired mr mcdonald to represent my son after he was caught selling pills at his high school. They wanted to expel him and the court wanted him to plead guilty to a felony. All I could see was his future going away. I couldn't sleep. Mr mcdonald represented my son at the expulsion hearing and at court. He succeeded in letting my son graduate with the rest of his class and he got the juvenile court to agree to a misdemeanor which will be dismissed after one year. We are just so grateful for mr mcdonalds skill and caring as he worked through the hurdles in my sons case. Hire him!
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A Miracle!

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My nightmare began when I was formally charged with 3 felony counts of grand theft, one count of conspiracy, and a bail amount of 1.5 million dollars!! Jail time was definitely coming my way. But with the hard work and dedication of Mark McDonald and his team, a miracle had occurred. To begin with Mark was able to reduce my bail from 1.5 million to only 50,000 which allowed me to bail out. When it was all said and done, I was convicted of one count of grand theft, with a penalty of 90 days of work release and 3 years probation. My family and I cannot thank you enough. I truly appreciate what Mark and his staff has done. Thank you very much.....
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Michael Doland, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 29, 2020
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The answers of Mr. McDonald are consistently accurate, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney.

Ronald Powell, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 2, 2017
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Mark is an excellent attorney.

Brett Davison, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 5, 2016
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Mark is a great lawyer. He has tons of experience and truly is an expert in criminal defense. He is one of the hardest workers that I know and he continuously obtains the best results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.

Seena Shah, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 1, 2016
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I worked as a law clerk for Mark in 2006 and 2007. At the time, Mark was engaged in one of the largest Capital Murder cases in California. Mark's experience and expertise in criminal defense is unsurpassable. Moreover, he was a great mentor as I was learning the trade. I highly recommend Mark to anyone needing an attorney who knows his way around courtrooms in San Bernardino, Riverside, LA, and Orange counties. He definitely gets my endorsement.

Marjorie Barrios, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 21, 2016
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Mark McDonald is an exceptional attorney. His conduct in the courtroom is exemplary. He is thorough, knowledgeable and fearless during trials. I've also seen him interact with his clients and he demonstrates compassion and empathy. Mark is truly an exceptional attorney and, I believe, one of the best in Southern California.

Hal Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer who I have known for twenty plus years, both as a Deputy District Attorney and as a defense lawyer. Mark does excellent work in both Federal and State Court from Death Penalty Cases on down.

Michael Scafiddi, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 16, 2016
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Mark is a well respected highly skilled lawyer. He is well liked by everyone in the court system and great advocate for his clients. His reputation is of the highest quality. I highly endorse this lawyer!

Philip Greenberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 15, 2016
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I have known Mark for a number of years dating back to the time I worked at the Riverside District Attorneys office. Mark is a fine lawyer who fights hard for his clients. He is a very ethical attorney and handles his cases with integrity! I recommend and endorse Mark!!

Brian Skibby, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 15, 2016
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Mark is one of the most well respected criminal defense attorneys in Southern California. His trial experience alone far exceed his contemporaries. Mark combines these skills with an easy going personality and common sense approach. This is why he continues to benefit his clients and is so successful at winning cases.

Travis Newton, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 3, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Kareem Ramadan, Criminal defense Attorney on May 1, 2015
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Mark is the type of attorney who will advocate for your rights. He is dedicated to his clients and will put his many years of experience to work in order to provide the best results. Known for his deep understanding of the California penal code and sentencing guidelines, Mark will ensure his clients are receiving a fair and accurate result according to the law. I highly endorse this lawyer.

Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 3, 2014
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I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Stephen Levine, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 7, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an excellent and experienced attorney taking on some of the most difficult and serious matters. I highly recommend his practice

James Taylor, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 29, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a dynamic lawyer. He has great success in the courtroom. He is very well respected by judges, prosecutor's, and fellow criminal defense attorney's.

Gary Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 7, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mark for many years. We have been co-counsel, and I have a good professional relationship with him. He has an excellent knowledge of the law. He has a busy practice, with a great team working with him.

Joshua Visco, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 15, 2013
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Mark is a strong advocate for his clients. He genuinely cares about them and works hard to help them. His experience level is immediately obvious when dealing with him. I've seen Mark in action in court, and would not hesitate to endorse him!