Atty. Mark H. Burak

Atty. Mark H. Burak

Mark Burak has specialized in the representation of employers in labor and employment matters for over 20 years. Mr.

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About Mark H. Burak at a glance

Mark H. Burak is a employment and litigation attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark Burak has specialized in the representation of employers in labor and employment matters for over 20 years
  • Mr. Burak’s practice focuses primarily on defending employers in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies
  • Mr. Burak has successfully handled cases involving virtually the entire spectrum of employment related laws, with a particular emphasis on discrimination laws
  • He has tried several cases successfully to conclusion and obtained dismissals or summary judgment on scores of claims
  • Mr. Burak devotes a substantial part of his practice to providing employers with practical, business savvy advice on day-to-day employment matters, including policy development, wage/hour matters, privacy, data privacy, implications of social media in the workplace, terminations and internal investigations
  • Mr. Burak is an accomplished trainer and provides employment law training on a variety of areas, including sexual harassment, diversity and disability leave laws
  • Mr. Burak’s clients span a number of industries, including life sciences and bio-tech, high technology, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, financial services, and non-profit organizations
  • He has represented many of his clients for over a decade

Practice Areas Explained

Mark H. Burak's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark H. Burak 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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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark H. Burak

Where is Mark H. Burak's law office located?
Mark H. Burak's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark H. Burak handle?
Mark H. Burak focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Mark H. Burak go to law school?
Mark H. Burak earned their education at (J.D., 1991).
How can I contact Mark H. Burak for a consultation?
You can contact Mark H. Burak directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Mark H. Burak received?
Mark H. Burak's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 New England Lawyer by Boston Magazine (2010); Best Lawyers in America — AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell since 2002.

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 New England Lawyer by Boston Magazine (2010)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell since 2002
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer (2007-present) (litigation - employment defense)
- 2026

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