Atty. Mark Bennett Weeks

Atty. Mark Bennett Weeks

Mark Bennett Weeks is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, life sciences, mergers & acquisitions and 6 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Bennett Weeks at a glance

Mark Bennett Weeks is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on formation, business, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1987) and Williams College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Bennett Weeks is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, life sciences, mergers & acquisitions and 6 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Mark practices at Cooley LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Bennett Weeks's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Mark Bennett Weeks is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Mark Bennett Weeks is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mark Bennett Weeks is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Bennett Weeks

Where is Mark Bennett Weeks's law office located?
Mark Bennett Weeks's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Bennett Weeks handle?
Mark Bennett Weeks focuses on formation, business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Bennett Weeks practiced law?
Mark Bennett Weeks has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Mark Bennett Weeks go to law school?
Mark Bennett Weeks earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Mark Bennett Weeks for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Bennett Weeks 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 Bennett Weeks received?
Mark Bennett Weeks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1987
B.A.
Williams College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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