Atty. Mark Ferguson
Mark Ferguson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, personal injury law, family law and 3 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Mattoon, IL · 45+ Years Experience
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About Mark Ferguson at a Glance
Mark Ferguson is a Member based in Mattoon, Illinois, practicing at Mark E. Ferguson, Ltd.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1988), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1990). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1980) and Eastern Illinois University (B.A. Political, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Coles-Cumberland County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Mattoon, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Ferguson
- Mark Ferguson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, personal injury law, family law and 3 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Mark practices at Mark E. Ferguson, Ltd. in Mattoon, IL
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Mark Ferguson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Ferguson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Mattoon.
Personal Injury in Mattoon
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Mattoon
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Mattoon
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in Mattoon
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Workers Compensation in Mattoon
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Mark Ferguson is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Mattoon
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mattoon are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Mattoon Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Mattoon-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Mattoon Choose Mark Ferguson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark Ferguson's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Ferguson brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Mark Ferguson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and family law, Mark Ferguson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Mattoon
A Mattoon-based practice means Mark Ferguson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark Ferguson Handles in Mattoon
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Ferguson has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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