Mark D Hodgson

Mark D Hodgson

4.1
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation

1321 W. Broadway, Spokane, WA

About Mark

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 22 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

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Mark Hodgson

1321 W. Broadway, Spokane, WA, 99201

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Mark D Hodgson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by scott | February 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent!

Mark was informative and helpful throughout the process. He always returned my calls and emails promptly. He made sure things were done correctly and efficiently and did not waste my time or overcharge me. He knows how to get to the heart of the matter. I also felt he treated my ex with respect. ... His staff was kind and professional, especially Rosalind his paralegal that was involved. Mark has a toughness and expertise combined with empathy that make me want to tell you that he is an excellent choice to represent you.

Posted by Doran | February 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Does not communicate

I missed a court date that his office never notified me about. He was unprepared for hearings and said he had other cases going. That cost me $1,500 In her attorney fees. He never sent the $23,000 check back. That cost me another $1,500 in attorney fees. I had to search the court docket and notify h...im of this court date. He apologized for not sending the check back and said he’d make it right. When I told him he could cover the fees and not charge me his, he filed to remove himself as counsel. Gave the wrong email address so I was not notified. I had to see it searching to see if I had anymore court dates.

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2022 | Family

Another worthless family law attorney

Like the majority of family law attorneys Mark is completely useless, especially if you are a father! He doesn't care about the importance of the child father relationship, all he cares about is making as much money as he can!

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2021 | Child Support

Honest

A few weeks ago, I had a child support case not go in my favor. I met with Mark for a free consultation. I asked him for a honest, "cost-benefit" analysis to help me decide if I should hire him. He did. I didn't hire him (cost concerns) but he gave me step-by-step instructions of how to proceed. I ap...preciated his candor and the good advice he gave me.

Posted by Joe | November 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

Beyond amazing! Hire this guy today!

Mark Hodgson is incredible. I came to him at a huge deficit, already losing badly, he assessed, did damage control, got me back to zero and then put me in a winning position. I literally got everything I wanted, low and short spousal support, amazing custody especially for a state that heavily favors... the moms. Mark doesn’t play games, over charge or b.s. he is attentive, skilled in and out of the courtroom, not intimidated by other lawyers, he did things that I did not even think would be possible. By the end, opposing party was defeated and they knew it. Things wrapped up sooner than expected. His staff, co workers, and office crew is all top notch. In my reviews I always try to highlight the good and the bad, however there was no bad to be found with Mark.

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Mark D Hodgson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Karen Schweigert

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mark is an exceptional and well respected attorney. He aggressively and assertively advocates for his clients. He is knowledgeable in all areas of family law. I highly recommend him."

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Jacob Allen

Family lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mark is a great attorney to work with. I had the pleasure of working closely with him for about 2 years and he is a reasonable, respectful, and intelligent attorney. I learned a lot from him and I know that he would be an asset to have on your side in any family law or criminal law matter."

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Lisa Brewer

Family lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is one of the best, hardest working attorneys in Spokane. I've worked with him on several cases and I'm always impressed with his insight and depth of knowledge of complicated family law dynamics. As a colleague."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Pro Tem Commissioner, Spokane County

2003 - Present

Attorney, MDH PS

Associations

2003 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Education

2003

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Eastern Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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