Atty. J. Mark Englehart

Atty. J. Mark Englehart

Mr. J.

Hoover Hoover 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Mark Englehart at a glance

J. Mark Englehart is a Member based in Hoover, Alabama, practicing at Gentle Turner And Sexton. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1984), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1983) and George Washington University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Hoover, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. J. Mark Englehart is a lawyer practicing torts, consumer protection, environmental and natural resources and 9 other areas of law
  • J. received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • J. practices at Gentle, Turner & Sexton in Hoover, AL

Practice Areas Explained

J. Mark Englehart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Mark Englehart handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

J. Mark Englehart is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alabama →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

J. Mark Englehart is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hoover are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. Mark Englehart

Where is J. Mark Englehart's law office located?
J. Mark Englehart's law practice is located in Hoover, Alabama. The firm is Gentle Turner And Sexton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Mark Englehart handle?
J. Mark Englehart focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has J. Mark Englehart practiced law?
J. Mark Englehart has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did J. Mark Englehart go to law school?
J. Mark Englehart earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact J. Mark Englehart for a consultation?
You can contact J. Mark Englehart directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has J. Mark Englehart received?
J. Mark Englehart's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1983
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989
Alabama
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Courts, Northern and Southern Districts of Alabama
Admitted: 1991

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