Atty. Mark Edward Hood

Atty. Mark Edward Hood

Mark Edward Hood is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Mark received a B.S. degree from San Francisco State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Monterey Monterey 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Mark Edward Hood at a glance

Mark Edward Hood is a Fam. Ct. J. based in Monterey, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1987) and San Francisco State University (B.S., 1984). Serands clients in Monterey, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark Edward Hood is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Mark received a B.S. degree from San Francisco State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Mark practices in Monterey, CA

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Mark Edward Hood's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Monterey 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 andnue, 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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Where is Mark Edward Hood's law office located?
Mark Edward Hood's law practice is located in Monterey, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Edward Hood handle?
Mark Edward Hood focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Edward Hood practiced law?
Mark Edward Hood has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Mark Edward Hood go to law school?
Mark Edward Hood earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1984).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1987
B.S.
San Francisco State University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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