Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 40+ Years Experience
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About Mark A. Thompson at a Glance
Mark A. Thompson is a DeKalb Co. Law Dept. based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1986). Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 1986) and University of Georgia (B.A., 1983). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark A. Thompson
- Mr. Mark A. Thompson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, local government law, general practice & trial law and 4 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Mark practices in Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas Explained
Mark A. Thompson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A. Thompson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Business & Corporate Law in Atlanta
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Mark A. Thompson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →
Real Estate Law in Atlanta
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Mark A. Thompson is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Georgia →
Tax Law in Atlanta
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Mark A. Thompson is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Georgia →
Civil Litigation in Atlanta
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Mark A. Thompson is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →
Government & Administrative Law in Atlanta
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Mark A. Thompson is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Georgia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-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 Atlanta Choose Mark A. Thompson
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 Mark A. Thompson's practice in the field of business, real estate, tax, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark A. Thompson brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and tax, Mark A. Thompson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means Mark A. Thompson 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 Mark A. Thompson Handles in Atlanta
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark A. Thompson has experience with under Georgia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark A. Thompson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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