Atty. Mark A. Andersen

Atty. Mark A. Andersen

Mark A. Andersen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law.

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Profile Summary

About Mark A. Andersen at a glance

Mark A. Andersen is a real estate, zoning, and construction attorney based in Lawrence, Kansas, practicing at Barber Emerson LC. Admitted to practice in Kansas, Kansas Bar Association and Missouri, The Missouri Bar. Educated at University of Kansas (—, 1990) and Bethany College (Lindsborg) (—, 1980). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Topeka) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (2026). Serves clients in Lawrence, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mark A. Andersen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law
  • Mark A., who practices law in Lawrence, Kansas, has been recognized since 2007
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Mark A. Andersen's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Mark A. Andersen is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Kansas →

Land Use & Zoning

Mark A. Andersen is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Kansas →

Construction Law

Mark A. Andersen is one of 36,357 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Kansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark A. Andersen

Where is Mark A. Andersen's law office located?
Mark A. Andersen's law practice is located in Lawrence, Kansas. The firm is Barber Emerson LC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark A. Andersen handle?
Mark A. Andersen focuses on real estate, zoning, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
Where did Mark A. Andersen go to law school?
Mark A. Andersen earned their education at (—, 1990); (—, 1980).
How can I contact Mark A. Andersen for a consultation?
You can contact Mark A. Andersen 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 Mark A. Andersen received?
Mark A. Andersen's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Topeka); Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law; Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Education

University of Kansas
- 1990
Bethany College (Lindsborg)
- 1980

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Topeka)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Condemnation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Contract
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Development
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Foreclosures
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Certiorari
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Kansas Bar Association Outstanding Service Award (2018)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Topeka)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Topeka)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Topeka)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Topeka)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law, Kansas City (KS)
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Kansas, Kansas Bar Association
Missouri, The Missouri Bar

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