Atty. Mark Gregory Parnes

Atty. Mark Gregory Parnes

Mark Gregory Parnes is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, corporate law & governance, entrepreneurial services and 7 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Mark Gregory Parnes at a glance

Mark Gregory Parnes is an Of Counsel based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, m&a, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Santa Clara County (Member, Business Litigation Section) and American (Member, Section of Litigation) Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Gregory Parnes is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, corporate law & governance, entrepreneurial services and 7 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Mark practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Gregory Parnes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Gregory Parnes 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Palo Alto 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 Gregory Parnes

Where is Mark Gregory Parnes's law office located?
Mark Gregory Parnes's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Gregory Parnes handle?
Mark Gregory Parnes focuses on employment, business, m&a, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Gregory Parnes practiced law?
Mark Gregory Parnes has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Mark Gregory Parnes go to law school?
Mark Gregory Parnes earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Mark Gregory Parnes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark Gregory Parnes received?
Mark Gregory Parnes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982

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