Atty. Mark E. Plotkin

Atty. Mark E. Plotkin

Mr. Mark E.

Washington Washington 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (771) 474-1175

Profile Summary

About Mark E. Plotkin at a glance

Mark E. Plotkin is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, white collar, securities, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Maryland (Inactive) (1987), District of Columbia (1988), and Massachusetts (2010). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1987) and Yale University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Mark E. Plotkin is a lawyer practicing banking, mergers & acquisitions, global privacy & data security and 13 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Mark practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Mark E. Plotkin's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark E. Plotkin

Where is Mark E. Plotkin's law office located?
Mark E. Plotkin's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark E. Plotkin handle?
Mark E. Plotkin focuses on business, m&a, white collar, securities, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Mark E. Plotkin practiced law?
Mark E. Plotkin has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Mark E. Plotkin go to law school?
Mark E. Plotkin earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Mark E. Plotkin for a consultation?
You can contact Mark E. Plotkin 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 E. Plotkin received?
Mark E. Plotkin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1987
B.A.
Yale University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland (Inactive)
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2010

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