Mark S. Lee

Mark S. Lee

4.6
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 37 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

40 Lake Bellevue Drive, Suite 100, Bellevue, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 37 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1988

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Law Office of Mark Lee

40 Lake Bellevue Drive, Suite 100, Bellevue, WA, 98005

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Mark S. Lee's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Ulta | October 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding Result

I was very concerned about a charge that was filed against me. Mark Lee quickly recongized that I had a strong defence. When we went to court he persuaded the prosecutor to dismiss the charge against me at the very first court appearance. I was so happy! Mark was pleasant and friendly and got me ...a great result. I am very pleased with his services and highly recommend him to anyone needing a lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Worst representation!!

If i could rate -100, that is what this lame attorney had earned. I was referred to mark lee because he is on a list provided by my work to receive a discount.(i pd. 10,000$) From the get go he was unfriendly, unpleasant, and treated me like i was a criminal! He did nothing to fight for me, wanted... to take whatever deal given, and proceeded to diminish any hope of a better outcome. I am now spending more to improve the poor outcome mark obtained. I had complete dread to make every single call to mark. I had to constantly remind mark he was on MY TEAM!! PLEASE dont make the mistake i made, he is a terrible attorney, i would never recommend him.

Mark Lee

Replied last February 21, 2017

This is not a reasonable comment. It is written anonymously and is short on actual facts about whatever the claimed issue is. This person is also name calling. I consistently treat clients with courtesy and respect, and listen carefully to their concerns. The vast majority of my clients are polite, pleasant people who are often facing a challenging or stressful situation. I enjoy being their advocate and providing aggressive, thorough representation. However, there is occasionally going to be a client who is just not being reasonable.

Posted by Marvin | October 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Straight Shooter

I found myself in a tough spot and was facing a felony charge with very serious consequences including jail, heavy fines, loss of employment and loss of my privileges to vote or travel outside of the United States. I have my spouse, children and my elderly mother dependent on me so my mistake would ...not only cost me but significantly impact those I hold most dear. When I met Mark I was in emotional turmoil and realistically could not think straight. Mark was very clear in his communication in laying out the process, the time frame and what my options were. The wheels of justice move very slowly. Mark was able to get me released on my own recognizance without bail. He was always available to listen to my questions as we waited for my hearing and was able to postpone the hearing date to ensure we were prepared. Mark orchestrated this preparation in which I completed the appropriate counseling, obtained letters of reference and he effectively communicated with the prosecutor. I want to note that as I observed Mark he was very good at not sugar coating my situation and provided honest straight forward advice when I asked him. He would not and did not attempt to make decisions for me but acted as my trusted counselor making sure I had the best possible information upon which to make my own decisions. Mark was able to negotiate a plea deal where the felony charge was reduced to a gross misdemeanor. I was able to avoid jail time by serving home detention which also allowed me to remain employed and to continue to support my family. One philosophical thing I believe in is that "the only way out is through" and Mark Lee helped me transit this very dark period in my life. My only regret is that I did not know Mark when I was arrested and so could not call on him for advice immediately. I highly recommend Mark Lee.

Posted by anonymous | September 16, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Paper pusher

Mark represented me a few years back and I've never witnessed anybody more incompetent then this man. He wouldn't fight for me, all he wanted to do was get through the paperwork get me to take the plea bargain and be done with the case. He also made me feel like it was an issue for him to drive to Ta...coma from Seattle when he knew from the start this is where the case was going to be taking place. To this day I regret hiring him and feel it was a huge waste of my money.

Mark Lee

Replied last September 16, 2015

This comment is unfortunate and disappointing. Since it was made anonymously I don’t have all the information. I am assuming that this was a criminal case since the comment refers to a plea bargain. It is ultimately the client’s choice to make, but if I advise taking a plea bargain it is only after a thorough risk-benefit analysis of going to trial vs. the plea bargain offer. Again given that this is an anonymous comment, I don't know why this person is saying that there was an issue about me driving to Tacoma. I have appeared in courts in numerous counties throughout the State without the driving being an issue. I fight hard for my clients to get them the best results with the facts and the law in their cases. In some cases the client is going to complain no matter how much effort the attorney has made.

Posted by Anna | November 06, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Relieved and Thankful

I was facing a charge where I was feeling a lot of anxiety about the outcome. Mark Lee assured me that he would provide his best professional efforts. When my case was called at Court and I went in front of the Judge, Mark persuaded the Judge to dismiss my case. I felt so relieved. Thanks Mark!

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Mark S. Lee's Lawyer Endorsements

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J. Richardson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark Lee has the judgment and experience of a big-firm litigator and the personal commitment to clients of an old-fashioned small-town jack of all legal trades. I endorse this lawyer."

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Raymond Ejarque

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a great advocate with an outstanding level of professionalism. He has a strong work ethic and represents his clients to the full extent."

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Gregory Hoover

Civil rights lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mark is a great guy who I know as we work on the same floor. He is very dedicated to the law and works very hard for his clients. I recommend this attorney for any civil rights case that I get a call on. - Hoover"

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

First Place Excellence in Journalism, Society of Professional Journalists

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Mark Lee

1989 - 1997

Contract Attorney, Law Office of R.R. Bob Greive

Associations

2003 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lawyer member

2002 - Present

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

Member

1988 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Education

1988

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

Languages

English

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