Atty. Jonathan D. Marks
Jonathan Marks received his Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri — Columbia in 1993 and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri — Columbia in 1997. 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 Distr
Divorce & More Attorney · Serving St. Louis, MO · 28+ Years Experience
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About Jonathan D. Marks at a Glance
Jonathan D. Marks is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at The Marks Law Firm, L.L.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, tax, and adr. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1998), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri (1998), Illinois (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law (J.D. CALI, 1997) and University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism (B.J. Dean, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Missouri Bar Illinois State Bar Association American Bar Association First Amendment Lawyers Association The American Trial Lawyers Association St, Louis County Bar Association Bar Association of Metropolitan St, and Louis. Serves clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan D. Marks
- Jonathan Marks received his Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri — Columbia in 1993 and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri — Columbia in 1997
- 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
- Jonathan was recognized by Missouri Lawyers Weekly as one of Missouri’s Up & Coming Lawyers in 2008 and has been designated annually since 2008 as a Super Lawyer Rising Star by Missouri/Kansas Super Lawyers, a publication of Law and Politics Magazine
- He is currently authoring Family Law and Criminal Law: A Practitioner’s Handbook for the American Bar Association
- Jonathan is member of The Missouri Bar Association, The Illinois State Bar Association, The American Bar Association, The First Amendment Lawyers Association, The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis and The St. Louis County Bar Association
- Jonathan’s practice focuses on the areas of Family Law in both State and Federal Courts at trial and appeal
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan D. Marks's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan D. Marks handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Louis.
Divorce in St. Louis
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Family Law in St. Louis
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Tax Law in St. Louis
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Jonathan D. Marks is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Missouri →
Mediation & Arbitration in St. Louis
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Jonathan D. Marks is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Louis
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 St. Louis 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.
St. Louis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Louis-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 St. Louis Choose Jonathan D. 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 Jonathan D. Marks's practice in the field of divorce, family law, tax, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan D. Marks brings 28+ 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 Missouri, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri, and Illinois, Jonathan D. Marks can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, family law, and tax, Jonathan D. Marks can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Louis
A St. Louis-based practice means Jonathan D. Marks attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jonathan D. Marks Handles in St. Louis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jonathan D. Marks has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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