Atty. Christopher Todd Marks
Prior to forming the law office of Westchase Law, P.A. and Westchase Title, LLC in Tampa, Florida, C. Todd Marks attended the George Mason School of Law.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 25+ Years Experience
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About Christopher Todd Marks at a Glance
Christopher Todd Marks is a Member based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Westchase Title Law. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on residential, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2001), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2001), District of Columbia (2002), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Vir (2002). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and University of Cincinnati (B.B.A. Marketing, 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher Todd Marks
- Prior to forming the law office of Westchase Law, P.A. and Westchase Title, LLC in Tampa, Florida, C. Todd Marks attended the George Mason School of Law
- While in law school, Mr. Marks graded on to the Law Review and served as the Symposium Editor
- Mr. Marks practiced law in Virginia and Washington, D.C
- Mr. Marks began his legal career in Washington, DC and McLean, Virginia with the law firm of Shaw Pittman, LLP where he practiced in the emerging companies and commercial real estate practice groups
- In the meantime, Todd remained active in local and national political campaigns
- Todd eventually worked for law firm Connolly, Bove, Lodge & Hutz in the commercial litigation and bankruptcy practice groups where he developed a general practice which included estate planning and other business law matters
- His experience includes real estate closings and disputes, commercial leases, commercial litigation, creditors' rights in bankruptcy, corporate formation and transactions, estate planning, employment law, and family law
- Mr. Marks serves on the Board of the Westchase Charitable Foundation and has served on the Board of Church at the Bay
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher Todd Marks's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Todd Marks handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Residential Real Estate in Tampa
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Estate Planning & Probate in Tampa
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Christopher Todd Marks is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Christopher Todd Marks is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Real Estate Law in Tampa
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Christopher Todd Marks is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Tampa
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Christopher Todd Marks is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Christopher Todd Marks
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Christopher Todd Marks's practice in the field of residential, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher Todd Marks brings 25+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, and District of Columbia, Christopher Todd Marks can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, estate planning, and business, Christopher Todd Marks can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Christopher Todd Marks attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Christopher Todd Marks Handles in Tampa
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