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Mark C Blair
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About Mark

Top rated defense attorney committed to delivering the results you need. Call for a consultation.

A criminal conviction can result in jail time, probation, monetary fines and significant detriment to your current and future employment opportunities. If you have been charged with a crime, protect your rights by retaining an experienced criminal defense attorney.


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Mark Blair grew up in a legal family and inherited an abiding respect and passion for the rule of law. After graduating with honors from Seattle University School of Law, Mark worked as a prosecutor in King, Yakima, and Thurston Counties. He argued hundreds of criminal cases and earned a reputation as an articulate and tenacious prosecutor who was also realistic and fair-minded.

In 1997, Mark decided to cross the aisle to work as a defense attorney on behalf of individuals accused of DUI, domestic violence, property crimes, and other criminal offenses. He made the switch in order to focus more on individual clients. Says Mark, “As a prosecutor, you have hundreds of cases. As a defense attorney, you have one client—and that case gets your entire focus.”

Hard work, fact finding and legal insight can change a prosecutor’s mind

Mark knows that his experience as a prosecutor works to his clients’ advantage. “It’s all about understanding your opponents’ mind set,” he explains. Prosecutors base their cases on evidence collected by the police. Their mindset is to convict. Mark believes that the best way for a defense attorney to change the prosecutors mind is by presenting new facts. This can be new evidence, an alternative explanation of how the crime was committed, or a different reading of the law. “You have to respectfully educate the prosecutor. If you present a compelling scenario that’s different than the prosecution originally envisioned, then you can negotiate a more appropriate charge—either a reduction or outright dismissal.”

Of course, obtaining new evidence or developing an alternative legal theory comes from hard work. As a defense attorney, Mark is able to focus on each individual client—not a boatload of cases—and thus outwork the prosecution. If the case goes to trial, the focus shifts to persuading a judge or jury. Here, Mark is articulate and thinks on his feet. But the results come from superior preparation. Says Mark, “I will always argue my client’s defense to the utmost. I find a way to do it with respect—for the judge, the jury and our legal system.”

 

Practice areas

OtherExpungementViolent crimeDUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 45%

    25 years

  2. DUI and DWI: 40%

    25 years

  3. Violent crime: 5%

    25 years

  4. Expungement: 4%

    25 years

  1. Sex crime: 3%

    25 years

  2. Juvenile law: 3%

Languages spoken

Korean, English, Spanish

Contact

215 NE 40th St.,,
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Blair & Kim, PLLC

215 NE 40th St.,,
Suite C-3
Seattle, WA, 98105

Office (206) 622-6562

Website

www.blairkim.com

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ORActive201701/05/2020
WAActive199512/29/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers651
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
10 Best for Client SatisfactionAmerican Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2016
Top 100 Criminal Defense LawyersAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2016
AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
Lead Counsel RatedLead Counsel2015
Top Contributor - DUIAVVO2015
AV Peer Review RatingMartindale-Hubbell2015
Top ContributorAVVO2014
Superb RatingAVVO2014
Contributor Level 14AVVO2014
Certificate of Training - SFTS Student CourseLa pier & Associates2014
Client's Choice AwardAVVO2014
Client's ChoiceAVVO2013
Cetrificate of Completion - DUI SeminarNational College for DUI Defense2008
Certificate of Recognition for Dedication to DUI DefenseNational College of DUI Defense2003
Certificate of RecognitionKing County Bar Association's Young Lawyer's Division2002
Certificate of AppreciationYakima County Prosecutor's Office1997
Graduated Cum LaudeSeattle University School of Law1995
American Jurisprudence AwardLawyers Cooeperative Publishing1992
The John A. Love Book AwardUniversity of Northern Colorado1988
Academic Honor - Dean's ListUniversity of Northern Colorado1987
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Pro-TemLakewood Municipal2015 - Present
PartnerBlair & Kim, PLLC2000 - Present
AssociateTucker & Stien1998 - 2000
Deputy Prosecuting AttorneyThurston County Prosecuting Attorney's Office1997 - 1998
Deputy Prosecuting AttorneyYakima County Prosecuting Attorney's Office1996 - 1997
Deputy Prosecuting AttorneyKing County Prosecuting Attorney's Office1995 - 1996
Deputy Prosecuting AttorneyCity of Federal Way Prosecutor's Office1994 - 1995
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Oregon State BarMember2017 - Present
Washington Defender AssociationMember2009 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2003 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember2000 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
Federal Bar Association, Western District of WashingtonMember1995 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
AVVO Legal GuidesHow to Clear Your Criminal History Record in Washington2014
Blairkim.comWhat is Domestic Violence?2010
Blairlim.comWhat is a DUI?2010
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Seattle University School of LawJD1995
University of HawaiiMA1991
University of Northern ColoradoBA1988
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Live Speaker ForumCriminal Defense and the Immigrant Community2014
Applied Law & Practice ManagementHow to Start & Build a Law Practice2011
Advising IndigentsCriminal Procedure2006
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
City of Kent v. AnonymousDismissed
City of Kirkland v. AnonymousDismissed
City of Kirkland v. AnonymousDismissed
State of Washington v. AnonymousDismissed
City of Kent v. AnonymousDismissed
City of Seattle v. AnonymousDismissed
City of Everett v. AnonymousContinued for Dismissal
DUI Reduced to Neg 1Reduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
DWLS 3 reduced to traffic infractionCharge reduced to a civil traffic infraction
Speeding Ticket - DismissedInfraction was dismissed.
Conviction vacatedConviction vacated
Juvenile Felony Conviction - Vacated/SealedConviction vacated and sealed.
Theft 3 Conviction - VacatedConviction vacated.
Juvenile Felony Conviction - Vacated/SealedConviction was vacated and sealed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousConviction vacated and record sealed.
Juvenile Conviction - Vacated/SealedConviction vacated and sealed.
City of Renton v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Kirkland v. AnonymousReduced to Reckless Driving. No jail.
State of Washington v. AnonymousConviction vacated, record sealed and right to possess a firearm restored.
Juvenile Felony Conviction - Vacated/SealedConviction was vacated and sealed.
Firearm Rights RestoredFirearm rights were restored.
City of Bellevue v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
Domestic Violence Protection Order - Sealed and redactedCourt file was sealed and client's name was redacted.
State of Washington v. AnonymousConviction vacated.
City of Redmond v AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Bothell v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Seattle v. AnonymousReduced to Reckless Driving.
City of Tukwila v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousConviction vacated.
State of Washington v. AnonymousConviction vacated.
State of Washington v. AnonymousFirearm rights restored.
State of Washington v. AnonymousFirearm rights restored.
City of Lynnwood v. AnonymousSentence modified to lower maximum penalty to 364 days of jail.
Firearm Rights RestoredFirearm rights were restored.
City of Redmond v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousReduced to Negligent Driving in the First Degree.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Belleuve v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Kent v. AnonymousCharge reduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree.
State of Washington v. AnonymousConvictions vacated.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Redmond v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousReduced to Negligent Driving in the First Degree.
State of Washington v. AnonymousRecord of conviction vacated and sealed.
City of Cle Elum v. AnonymousDUI reduce to Negligent Driving 1st Degree and DWLS 3 dismissed/
State of Washington v. AnonymousReduced to misdemenaor Assault 4. No jail.
City of Seattle v. AnonymousCase continued for dismissal.
City of Belleuve v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousDuty to register terminated by court order.
United States v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousFirearm right restored.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Bellevue v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Belleuve v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Kirkland v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Edmonds v. AnonymousReduced to Negligent Driving.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Lynnwood v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Lynnwood v. AnonymousCase continued for dismissal.
City of Bellevue v. AnonymousCase continued for dismissal.
Anonymous v. AnonymousPetition for DV Protection Order was denied.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCases were dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousAmended to non-moving violation.
State of Washington v. AnonymousReleased on bail and able resolve warrant.
State of Washington v. AnonymousClient released on bail and fugitive charge ultimately dismissed.
City of Mukilteo v. AnonymousAmended to non-moving violation.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousDuty to register as a sex-offender terminated.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCases were dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousReduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree.
City of Bellevue v. AnonymousDismissed.
City of Bellevue v. AnonymousReduced to Hit & Run - Unattended.
City of Sammamish v. AnonymousArrest record expunged and court file sealed.
City of Everett v. AnonymousReduced to Hit & Run - Unattended.
City of Seattle v. AnonymousCases were dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousReduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree.
City of Bothell v. AnonymousReduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
United States v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Lynnwood v AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Seattle v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Seattle v. AnonymousCase continued for dismissal.
State of Washington v. AnonymousReduced to Reckless Driving during trial.
State of Washington v. AnonymousDismissed.
City of Des Moines v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousDUI dismissed and re-filied as Negligent Driving.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousAmended to cell phone violation.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCharge reduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree.
State of Washington v. AnonymousDismissed.
City of Seattle v. AnonymousDismissed.
City of Kenmore v. AnonymousReduced to Reckless Driving.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Kent v. AnonymousDismissed.
City of Federal Way v. AnonymousCharge reduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Bellevue v. AnonymousDismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousReduced to Reckless Driving. No jail.
City of Bellevue v. AnonymousDismissed.
City of Sammamish v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousDismissed.
City of Seattle v. AnonymousCharged amended to Reckless Driving. No Jail.
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousReduced to Reckless Driving.
City of Bellevue v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousReduced to traffic infractions.
City of Lynnwood v. AnonymousDismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousAmended to traffic infraction for speeding.
City of Auburn v. AnonymousDismissed.
City of Redmond v. AnonymousJury verdict of "Not Guilty".
State of Washington v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. AnonymousPled to reduced charge of Negligent Driving First Degree
City of Kent v. AnonymousPled to Reckless Driving; DWLS3 dismissed.
City of Seattle v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Seattle v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Kirkland v. AnonymousCharge reduced to Reckless Driving.
State of Washington v. AnonymousNot guilty verdict at trial.
City of Auburn v. AnonymousCharges dismissed.
City of Auburn v. AnonymousCase dismissed.
City of Auburn v. AnonymousCharges dismissed.
State of Washington v. B.J.Reduced to DWLS3.
State of Washington v. K.C.Case dismissed.
State of Washington v. J.W.Convictions vacated
City of Shoreline v. D.D.Case dismissed.
City of Woodinville v. C.S.Case dismissed.
State of Washington v. J.B.Charged reduced to Reckless Driving.
City of Bainbridge Island v. S.M.Case dismissed.
State of Washington v. D.P.Reduced to Reckless Driving.
City of Seattle v. C.K.Case dismissed.
City of Seattle v. C.B.Charge was reduced to Negligent Driving 1.
City of Seattle v. C.C.Case dismissed.
State of Washington v. J.S.Case dismissed,
City of Seattle v. Z.C.Case dismissed,
City of Seattle v. Z.C.Case dismissed,
State of Washington v. Y.T.Cases dismissed.
State of Washington v. S.P.Case dismissed.
City of Bellevue v. P.F.Case dismissed.
City of Bothell v. T.M.Case dismissed.
State of Washington v. A.M.Client pled guilty to one count of Rob 1.
City of Kenmore v. S.B.Ticket was dismissed.
City of Auburn v. Z.C.Case dismissed.
City of Bellevue v. A.S.Case dismissed
State of Washington v. R.P.Reduced to DWLS 3. No jail or license suspension.
City of Seattle v. A.M.Case continued 24 months for dismissal.
State of Washington v. V.VCharged with Reckless Driving, DWLS3 & Infraction.
State of Washington v. J.N.Case dismissed.
City of Seattle v. J.U.Client charged with Theft.
City of Bothell v. CCCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. M.E.Conviction vacated.
City of Kent v. V.S.Case was dismissed on the day of trial.
City of Bellevue v. M.M.Case dismissed on the day of trial.
City of Bellevue v. R.W.Case dismissed on day of trial.
State of Washington v. I.P.Amended to "No Seatbelt" infraction.
City of Bellevue v. S.E.Infraction was dismissed
City of Federal Way v. J.P.Charges dismissed day of trial.
City of Mercer Island v. S.J.Charge reduced to Reckless Driving. No Jail.
State of Washington v. RCClient entered a Deferred Prosecution.
City of Bellevue v. GKCase Dismissed.
City of Bellevue v. K.T.Case dismissed by judge at bench trial.
City of Mercer Island v. B.W.Court granted our motion to vacate
State of Washington v. ETCase dismissed.
City of Bellevue v. ARCase dismissed.
City of Kirkland v. DMCase dismissed.
City of Kirkland v. KMCase dismissed.
City of Medina v. R.M.Pled to reduced charge of Reckless Driving
State of Washinton v. D.M.Charge reduced to Reckless Driving.
City of Duvall v. APGDUI reduced to Reckless Driving.
State of Washington v. E.K.DUI reduced to Reckless Endangerment.
State ov Washington v. M.P.DUI reduced to Neg 1; POMJ and PODP Dismissed
City of Redmond v. B.K.12-month continuance for dismissal.
City of Lynnwood v. S.P.DUI Reduced to Reckless. PODP dismissed.
City of Bellevue v. L'HeureuxClient charged with two counts of Assault 4 DV.
State of Washington v. BallietClient cited for speeding.
City of Bellevue v. WexlerClient was charged with two counts of Assault 4.
City of Bellevue v. BakerClient was charged with Reckless Driving.
State of Washington v. Regina Sung LeePlead guilty to a misdemeanor; no jail.
City of Bellevue - Case No. BC150457Client was charged with Assault 4 – DV
State of WASHINGTON V. A.S.Pled to reduced charge of Reckless Driving.
City of Bellevue v. ADCase dismissed on day of trial.
State of WashingtonPled guilty to misdemeanor Assault - DV
State of Washington v. SADUI reduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
State of Washington v. CCDUI reduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree
City of Bellevue v. CHCase Dismissed.
City of Kent v. CJCharge Reduced
City of Fife v. SPCharge reduced.
City of Bellevue v. AGDismissed
City of Seattle v. KYCharge Reduced.
City of Seattle v. N.K.Dismissed
City of Auburn v. VSDDismissed
State of Washington v. VSCase Dismissed
State of Washington v. VSDCase dismissed.
State of Washington v. S.M.Reduced to Reckless Driving.
State of Washington v. T.M.Pled to reduced charge of misdemeanor possession.
City of Seattle v. M.A.Charges dismissed.
City of Redmond v. E.A.Case continued 18 months for dismissal.
City of Seattle v. V.A.Case dismissed.
City of Mercer Island v. R.A.Case dismissed.
City of Seattle v. S.A.Case dismissed.
City of Kirkland v. D.A.Reduced to Negligent Driving 1st Degree.
City of Belleve v. DonesClient charged with Assault 4th Degree DV.
City of Shoreline v. KOCases were dismissed.
City of Auburn v. Z.C.Case dismissed.
City of Medina v. D.H.LClient was charge with DUI & Resisting Arrest
City of Burien v. L.P.Client charged with Hit & Run - Attended
City of Bellevue v. R.Motion to expunge and seal were granted by the court.
State of Wasington v. G.S.S.Charge reduced to Disorderly Conduct
State of Washington v. J.D.Case dismissed.

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2 TIMES HE'S A CHARM THEIR WONT BE A THIRD.

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The legal system is about relationships IE prosecutor ,judge, victim mark knows this and he works those angles very well with a mixture of your case and back ground and legal maneuvers you will get a favorable result at least I did twice. both cases were dv cases one no contact violation, second dv assault result both cases were dismissed after small fine and some community service, 6 month dv class but not misdemeanors . one in king county superior court the second fife municipal court. Mark has a team Travis helped on my second case regularly as well as mark and I felt they were a great team. I hope I never need them again...
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At Blair and Kim I found the legal representation I was looking for after many years. They did not only take on and get a guilty verdict vacated, but also cleaned up a couple other items on my record. Mark Blair is a talented, honest and experienced lawyer. Mark and his staff were available on a daily basis and responded directly to my questions promptly and professionally. They showed their best at all times. I would recommend and refer this firm to anyone seeking true professional legal assistance.
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William Glenn, Expungement Attorney on Mar 7, 2015
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Mark's law office management is as precise and thorough as his substantive knowledge. The combination is a perfect storm for clients, whose matters are resolved more quickly and with seamless service from one stage to the next. Mark is a leader in Seattle defense.

Cheryl Wulf, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Nov 10, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Martin Duenhoelter, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Sep 17, 2014
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Mark is one of the most highly respected Lawyers in our community- personable and intelligent, you cannot go wrong hiring Mark, I have seen him in court and wish they were all like him!

John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 19, 2014
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An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

William Housley, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 25, 2014
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I endorse Mark. Talented, tough, and thorough litigator.

Kevin Donnelly, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 18, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Patricia Fulton, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 12, 2014
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Mark really cares about his clients and fights hard for their defense. I endorse this lawyer.

Christopher Beer, Business Attorney on Feb 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Philip Sayles, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 9, 2014
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Mark is an excellent attorney who does great work for his clients. I highly endorse him to anyone facing a DUI or criminal charge in the State of Washington.

George Bianchi, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
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Mark Blair is a hard working and good attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

Frederic Vimeux, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer. what makes superior lawyer is the ability to be an efficient ethical advocate on behalf of one's clients. Mark is that kind of lawyer. solid, straight forward, ethical.

Matthew Leyba, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
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I have known Mark for several years and have in seen in court many times. I always come away impressed with his quality of work and the results he gets for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.

Scott Terry, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. I first met Mark when he was a Thurston County Prosecutor and we were on opposite sides of a case. HIs diligence and hard work as a prosecutor earned my respect. He has taken his skills honed as a prosecutor and now uses them to represent his clients as a criminal defense attorney.

James Gaston, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 6, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Andrew Kim, Car accident Attorney on Feb 6, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Jennifer Azure, Juvenile law Attorney on Feb 6, 2014
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Mark is an outstanding lawyer who is very dedicated to his clients. He works hard to obtain the best outcome for his clients and was enjoyable to work with. I highly recommend him.

Matthew Knauss, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 6, 2014
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Mark's easy going style and tenacious approach to defending his clients make him a powerful force in court. I recommend Mark to anyone looking for help with defending a criminal case.

Michael Clark, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 6, 2014
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I strongly endorse Mark Blair. I have know Mark for over 10 years. Mark is smart and good with people. He is always well prepared and fights hard for his clients.

Gregory Schwesinger, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 6, 2014
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I have known Mark for many years. He is an outstanding attorney who is supremely dedicated to getting the best results possible for each and every client he has the pleasure of representing. Mark is well respected and well regarded by the courts, the prosecutors and his fellow defense attorneys for the work he does on behalf of his clients.

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