Atty. Mark Alan Behrens
Mark Alan Behrens is a lawyer practicing public policy, international litigation, business and 1 other area of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 36+ Years Experience
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About Mark Alan Behrens at a Glance
Mark Alan Behrens is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1990), District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia (1991), and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. Supreme Cou (1991). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A. Economics, 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Alan Behrens
- Mark Alan Behrens is a lawyer practicing public policy, international litigation, business and 1 other area of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Mark practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Washington, DC
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Mark Alan Behrens's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Alan Behrens handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Washington
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Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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International Law in Washington
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Mark Alan Behrens
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 Alan Behrens's practice in the field of business, class action, litigation, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Alan Behrens brings 36+ 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 Virginia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia, Mark Alan Behrens can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and litigation, Mark Alan Behrens can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Mark Alan Behrens 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 Alan Behrens Handles in Washington
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