Atty. Mark Charles
Mark Charles is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, business litigation, labor & employment. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Pasadena, CA · 28+ Years Experience
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About Mark Charles at a Glance
Mark Charles is a Member based in Pasadena, California, practicing at Mark Charles Law Apc. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1998) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1999). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and University of Southern California (B.A. Political, 1994). Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serves clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Charles
- Mark Charles is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, business litigation, labor & employment
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Mark practices at Mark Charles Law, APC in Pasadena, CA
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Mark Charles's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Charles handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pasadena.
Employment Law in Pasadena
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Mark Charles is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Pasadena
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Mark Charles is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Pasadena
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Mark Charles is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pasadena
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 Pasadena 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 venue, 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.
Pasadena Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pasadena-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 Pasadena Choose Mark Charles
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 Charles's practice in the field of employment, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Charles brings 28+ 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 California and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, Mark Charles can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Mark Charles can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pasadena
A Pasadena-based practice means Mark Charles attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark Charles Handles in Pasadena
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