Mark Alexander Busby

Mark Alexander Busby

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 24 years

General practice Lawyer Practice Areas: General Practice

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 24 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2001

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Mark Alexander Busby's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jamie L Wright | March 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Professional Lawyer that actually cares to help.

I got myself into a bad situation dating an old high school friend that I hadn’t seen in 11 years and wasn’t what I call the type of guy you wouldnt want dating your daughter if you are a mother or father. My ex-husband filed a modification of custody for our son after learning I was dating him and... it was for good reason, not the jealous ex-husband type, he had a right to do it. Mark Busby made it clear he was not a good guy and If I didn’t stay away from him I would lose my children. I really tried very hard but he had a way of manipulating you to feel sorry for him because no one wants to be around him. Mark worked very hard with an open CHINS case, the custody case, and a protective order case with me. He was very courteous to my needs, and worked with me on payments. Overall the best attorney I’ve had the opportunity to work with, I just wish he was available for the help I need now. I made the biggest mistake last April 2017 by dropping a criminal confinement/battery case on him because I did strike him as well but I dropped the case for my son, he wasn’t comfortable testifying against him. When the case was dropped he was released the next month. I then lost the custody of my 6 year old son because of it, although I believe the GAL was very biased toward me, I live in a much larger home that’s beautifully decorated inside by my father as it was his home prior and I have pontes for my kids, over 5 acres, their own wooden swing set with sandbox, and an enclosed patio out back with two levels. My sons father lives in a small home in RockyRipple near a river, but these women praised so much about Aidens home with Dad and left out very important details regarding my home, I raised Aiden pretty much on my own til 4, that’s when his father decided he wanted to hurt me. It was not at all that he wanted custody or more time with Aiden, it was all purely to hurt me because he knew it would and that’s the only way he could hurt me anymore. After court The ex started coming back around. By this time my case for custody was over, so Mark was no longer my attorney but I really regret to getting in touch with him for help sooner. He now is doing great things for a private company I hear. No matter how much I told him to leave me be, he never would. After jail he even often said someone told me I should sue you for putting me in jail for 4 months for defamation of character. He sees himself innocent if he beats a case, this case was not beat it was dropped and I’m paying for it now. I filed a protective order as I could not take it with him anymore and after three calls to police they finally arrested him again and this time I’m not backing down, he ruined my life and I’m slowly working to clean it all up.

Posted by Brandi Patchon | June 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I highly recommend Mark Busby

I'm a single mother who desperately needed legal help protecting my children from a dangerous situation. Mark immediately contacted me after I reached out with the details of my situation and set up a meeting. From beginning to end, he was honest, efficient, and took the time to answer all my questio...ns never making me feel like I was a bother to him. Ultimately he was able to facilitate the changes I felt needed to be made in order to provide a safer situation- and this was not an easy task due to the other party being extremely difficult. I will always be grateful for Mark and the work he put in to help my children and I when we needed it.

Posted by Carson | January 5, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Awesomeness

Mark has done wonderful work for me!!!

Posted by Shelly | December 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Personable, Helpful and Prompt

I hired Mark to help me on an employment law issue, and being out of my element, I was fairly nervous to meet with him. Within minutes of arriving, he greeted me with a warm smile and a reassuring handshake- There were issues he was not familiar with, so he contacted a co-worker for insight- he ...didn't blow me smoke and act like he knew everything. Mark isn't afraid of challenges or to step out of his comfort zone for someone.... He is confident, professional and speaks to you in plain English. I would go to him again if I needed professional consultation and highly recommend him!

Posted by Robert | February 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

Greatly appreciated Mark's overall concern for our family and was not just in it for the money. He took the time to get to know everything in order to handle my case the best. Very impressed and grateful for everything he did. It was obvious he was much more knowledgeable with the law and guidelines ...than opposing council. Highly recommend.

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Mark Alexander Busby's Lawyer Endorsements

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Clare Corado

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark knows his stuff. I refer criminal defense clients to him because I am confident he will be able to help them. As an immigration lawyer, I love meeting criminal defense lawyers like Mark who are careful to address the unique needs of immigrants who are accused of crimes."

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Andrew Riedle

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a great attorney. He is knowledgeable about the law and the criminal justice system. He is experienced and respected by attorneys on both sides of aisle."

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Gregory Spencer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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DawnMarie White

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mark is aggressive and professional. He is an excellent attorney."

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Amie Martens

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Mark for several years both as a deputy prosecutor and a defense attorney. He is knowledgeable in every aspect of the law and is a great advocate for his clients."

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Kevin Potts

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I had the pleasure of working with Mark as a deputy prosecutor a couple years. He has always had the reputation of being very knowledgeable and passionate about the law. I would highly recommend Mark to anyone charged with a criminal offense."

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Robert Bellinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Other

"Mark is an extremely knowledgable criminal defense attorney and a gem to the Avvo community."

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Denise Turner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gregory Spencer

Criminal defense lawyer

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DawnMarie White

Family lawyer

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Andrew Riedle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Amie Martens

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brittney Newland

Criminal defense lawyer

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Clare Corado

Immigration lawyer

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Kevin Potts

Criminal defense lawyer

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Frederick Vaiana

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Recognition of Service, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2006

Extra Effort Award, Indianapolis Police Department

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Mark Busby Attorney at Law

2016 - 2016

Partner, Law Firm

2014 - 2015

Partner, Law Firm

2013 - 2014

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Grand Jury Division, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2011 - 2013

Supervisor / Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Major Case Division, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2011 - 2014

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Fatal Accident Crash Team (FACT), Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2009 - 2010

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Homicide Division, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2006 - 2009

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Marion County Child Fatality Review Team

2006 - 2009

DPA/Executive Director Marion County Child Advocacy Center, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2005 - 2005

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Major Felony, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2005 - 2006

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Sex Crimes and Child Abuse, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2004 - 2005

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Sex Crimes and Child Abuse, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2003 - 2004

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - D Felony Drug Court, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2003 - 2006

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Fatal Alcohol Crash Team, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2001 - 2014

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney (DPA), Marion County Prosecutor's Office

2001 - 2003

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Domestic Violence Division, Marion County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Member

2014 - Present

Central Indiana Association of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2013 - Present

PACE Indianapolis

Board of Directors

2011 - Present

Indianapolis Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Former Chair

2007 - Present

Kiwanis

Member, Past President

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Indiana vs. Joseph Majors

State of Indiana v. Jwuan Poindexter

State of Indiana v. Kurt Lowder

State of Indiana v. Jesse Russell

State of Indiana v. Robert Williams

State of Indiana v. Nathan Anderson

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Education

2000

University of Notre Dame

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Alberta

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Survive and Thrive

Anatomy of a Criminal Case

2015

SERT training

Sexual Assault Testimony

2015

Bench Bar

Closing Arguments

2014

Marion County Prosecutor's Office CLE

Voire Dire Training

2014

Advancing the Medical Role in Child Protection

Child Abuse and Neglect

2013

Marion County Prosecutor's Office New Attorney Training

Voire Dire and Ethics

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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