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
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
32 years, 235 cases
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Mark Raymond McDonald, Esq., A Law Corporation
225 W Hospitality Lane
Suite 318
San Bernardino, CA, 92408
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1990 | 10/28/2020 |
Legal answers | 65 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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2017 C.L.A.Y. Award for California Attorney of the Year | Los Angeles Daily Journal | 2018 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Prosecutor of the Year | Riverside District Attorney | 1994 |
Prosecutor of the year | Riverside District Attorney | 1993 |
Stauffer Research Fellowship | Traynor Society | 1991 |
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Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Law Offices of Mark Raymond McDonald | 1996 - Present |
Adjunct Professor | Chapman University School Of Law, Orange, Ca | 1992 - 1996 |
Deputy District Attorney | Riverside County D.A's Office | 1990 - 1996 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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San Bernardino County Bar Association | Attorney Member | 1996 - Present |
State Bar of California | Member | N/A |
Orange County Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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97 Cal App. 4th 785, 118 Cal. Rptr. 2d 668 | People v Cuccia | 2002 |
63 Cal. App. 4th 462, 73 Cal. Rptr. 2d 650 | In re Michael I, on Habeas Corpus, 63 Cal. App. 4th 462, 73 Cal. Rptr. 2d 650 | 1998 |
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 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific | JD - Juris Doctor | 1990 |
Duke University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1985 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Chapman University | Legal Research and Writing | 1996 |
White Collar Crimes Seminar | Bribery | 1995 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People v Biane et al (2017) | Not Guilty |
People v Romero (2013) | Probation |
People v Watanabe | NA 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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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
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
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
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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!