Atty. Mark Curtis

Atty. Mark Curtis

About Mark Curtis View website Awards AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About Awards Client Champion Awards Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients.

Seal Beach Seal Beach 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (562) 580-3016

Profile Summary

About Mark Curtis at a glance

Mark Curtis is a Retired Partner based in Seal Beach, California, practicing at Curtis Burnight A Professional Corporation. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1979) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A. Long, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Orange County, Los Angeles County and Long Beach (Member, Family Law Mediation Panel, 1983-1998) Bar Associations State Bar of California Christian Legal Society. Serves clients in Seal Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Mark Curtis View website

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Mark Curtis got this award in 2021

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.

Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

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 Seal Beach 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Curtis

Where is Mark Curtis's law office located?
Mark Curtis's law practice is located in Seal Beach, California. The firm is Curtis Burnight A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Mark Curtis practiced law?
Mark Curtis has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Mark Curtis go to law school?
Mark Curtis earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. Long, 1976).
How can I contact Mark Curtis for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Curtis 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 Curtis received?
Mark Curtis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1979
B.A. Long
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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