Atty. Jonathan D. Marks

Atty. Jonathan D. Marks

Jonathan Marks , Family Law Attorney in the St. Louis area, received his Juris Doctorate in 1997 from the University of Missouri – Columbia.

Creve Coeur Creve Coeur 28 Years Experience 28 year
Call (314) 993-6300

Profile Summary

About Jonathan D. Marks at a glance

Jonathan D. Marks is a family law and adr attorney based in Creve Coeur, Missouri, practicing at The Marks Law Firm LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1998) and Illinois (1999). Educated at University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia) (J.D., 1998). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (St. Louis) (2026), Lawyer of the Year — Family Law Mediation (St. Louis) (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Serves clients in Creve Coeur, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jonathan Marks, Family Law Attorney in the St. Louis area, received his Juris Doctorate in 1997 from the University of Missouri – Columbia
  • Jonathan is admitted to practice in the State of Missouri, the State of Illinois, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Illinois, the United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eight Circuit

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan D. Marks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan D. Marks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Jonathan D. Marks is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Jonathan D. Marks is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Creve Coeur are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan D. Marks

Where is Jonathan D. Marks's law office located?
Jonathan D. Marks's law practice is located in Creve Coeur, Missouri. The firm is The Marks Law Firm LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan D. Marks handle?
Jonathan D. Marks focuses on family law, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Jonathan D. Marks practiced law?
Jonathan D. Marks has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Jonathan D. Marks go to law school?
Jonathan D. Marks earned their education at (J.D., 1998).
How can I contact Jonathan D. Marks for a consultation?
You can contact Jonathan D. Marks 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 Jonathan D. Marks received?
Jonathan D. Marks's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (St. Louis); Lawyer of the Year — Family Law Mediation (St. Louis); Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia)
- 1998

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (St. Louis)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law Mediation (St. Louis)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri’s Up & Coming Lawyers, Missouri Lawyer’s Weekly, 2008
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2008
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2009
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2010
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers, 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell, 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell, 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Family Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates, 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Matrimonial and Family Lawyers, The National Advocates, 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers, 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 10 Best in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Family Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Matrimonial and Family Lawyers, The National Advocates, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nations TOP ONE Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Missouri Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 10 Best in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers 22nd Edition, 2016
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (St. Louis)
- 2023

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1998
Illinois
Admitted: 1999

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