Atty. Mark D Pethke

Atty. Mark D Pethke

Mark D Pethke is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution. Mark received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (225) 497-2230

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About Mark D Pethke at a glance

Mark D Pethke is an East Baton Rouge Dist. Attorney's Off. based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1990). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1990) and University of Chicago (A.B., 1987). Serves clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark D Pethke is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution
  • Mark received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Mark practices in Baton Rouge, LA

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Mark D Pethke's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Where is Mark D Pethke's law office located?
Mark D Pethke's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark D Pethke handle?
Mark D Pethke focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Mark D Pethke practiced law?
Mark D Pethke has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Mark D Pethke go to law school?
Mark D Pethke earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (A.B., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1990
A.B.
University of Chicago
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1990

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