Atty. Mark Alexander Avera

Atty. Mark Alexander Avera

Mr. Mark Alexander Avera is a lawyer practicing civil trial, commercial litigation, medical malpractice and 7 other areas of law.

Gainesville Gainesville 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Alexander Avera at a glance

Mark Alexander Avera is a Managing Partner based in Gainesville, Florida, practicing at Avera & Smith, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Fl (1989) and North Carolina (2021). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1989) and University of Florida (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Association for Justice Florida Justice Association. Serands clients in Gainesville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Mark Alexander Avera is a lawyer practicing civil trial, commercial litigation, medical malpractice and 7 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Mark practices at Avera & Smith, LLP in Gainesville, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Alexander Avera's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Mark Alexander Avera is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →

Wrongful Death

Mark Alexander Avera is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Mark Alexander Avera is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gainesville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Alexander Avera

Where is Mark Alexander Avera's law office located?
Mark Alexander Avera's law practice is located in Gainesville, Florida. The firm is Avera & Smith, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Alexander Avera handle?
Mark Alexander Avera focuses on car accidents, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Mark Alexander Avera practiced law?
Mark Alexander Avera has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Mark Alexander Avera go to law school?
Mark Alexander Avera earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Mark Alexander Avera for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Alexander Avera 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 Alexander Avera received?
Mark Alexander Avera's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1989
B.S.
University of Florida
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Fl
Admitted: 1989
North Carolina
Admitted: 2021

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