Atty. Mark Francis Burton

Atty. Mark Francis Burton

Mark Francis Burton is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, general practice and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a degree from Southwestern University School of Law Los Angeles CA, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Manhattan Beach Manhattan Beach 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Francis Burton at a glance

Mark Francis Burton is a criminal defense, litigation, adr, and appellate attorney based in Manhattan Beach, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at Southwestern Law School (JD, 1987) and Southwestern University School of Law Los Angeles CA (—). Serands clients in Manhattan Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Francis Burton is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, general practice and 2 other areas of law
  • Mark received a degree from Southwestern University School of Law Los Angeles CA, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Mark practices in Manhattan Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Francis Burton's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Mark Francis Burton is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Appellate Practice

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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 Manhattan Beach 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Francis Burton

Where is Mark Francis Burton's law office located?
Mark Francis Burton's law practice is located in Manhattan Beach, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Francis Burton handle?
Mark Francis Burton focuses on criminal defense, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Francis Burton practiced law?
Mark Francis Burton has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Mark Francis Burton go to law school?
Mark Francis Burton earned their education at (JD, 1987); (—).
How can I contact Mark Francis Burton for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Southwestern Law School
- 1987
Southwestern University School of Law Los Angeles CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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