Atty. Mark Gerard Rackers

Atty. Mark Gerard Rackers

Mark Gerard Rackers is a lawyer practicing litigation, class action defense, cannabis and 4 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1996, and has been licensed for 19 years.

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Profile Summary

About Mark Gerard Rackers at a glance

Mark Gerard Rackers is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, litigation, and cannabis. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court or of the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the (2007). Educated at University of California, San Diego (B.A. San, 1996) and University of San Diego J.D. 2007 Order of the Barristers University of San Diego J.D. Executive Chair University of San Diego J.D. Appellate Moot Court Board University of San Diego J.D. Moo (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memberships •Board Member, Legal Aid Society of San Diego, Inc, •Member, State Bar of California •Member, Louis M, and Welsh Chapter of the American Inns of Court •Member, San Diego County Bar Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Gerard Rackers is a lawyer practicing litigation, class action defense, cannabis and 4 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1996, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Mark practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Gerard Rackers's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Cannabis & Marijuana Law

Cannabis attorneys for business licensing, regulatory compliance, and marijuana-related legal matters.

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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 San Diego 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 Gerard Rackers

Where is Mark Gerard Rackers's law office located?
Mark Gerard Rackers's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Gerard Rackers handle?
Mark Gerard Rackers focuses on employment, business, class action, litigation, cannabis. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Gerard Rackers practiced law?
Mark Gerard Rackers has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Mark Gerard Rackers go to law school?
Mark Gerard Rackers earned their education at (B.A. San, 1996); (—).
How can I contact Mark Gerard Rackers for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark Gerard Rackers received?
Mark Gerard Rackers's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

B.A. San
University of California, San Diego
- 1996
University of San Diego J.D. 2007 Order of the Barristers University of San Diego J.D. Executive Chair University of San Diego J.D. Appellate Moot Court Board University of San Diego J.D. Moo
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court or of the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the
Admitted: 2007

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