Atty. Mark David Lessem

Atty. Mark David Lessem

Mark David Lessem is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a degree from University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Sherman Oaks Sherman Oaks 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (310) 691-1395

Profile Summary

About Mark David Lessem at a glance

Mark David Lessem is an Attorney based in Sherman Oaks, California, practicing at Lessem & Newstat, LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law law (—) and University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA (—). Serves clients in Sherman Oaks, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark David Lessem is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 2 other areas of law
  • Mark received a degree from University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Mark practices at Lessem & Newstat, LLP in Sherman Oaks, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark David Lessem's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Juvenile Law

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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 Sherman Oaks 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

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Where is Mark David Lessem's law office located?
Mark David Lessem's law practice is located in Sherman Oaks, California. The firm is Lessem & Newstat, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark David Lessem handle?
Mark David Lessem focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark David Lessem practiced law?
Mark David Lessem has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
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Education

University of San Diego School of Law law
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University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA
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Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972

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