Atty. Mark H. Forest

Atty. Mark H. Forest

Mark H. Forest is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, litigation.

Kansas City Kansas City 38 Years Experience 38 year
Call (816) 857-3236

Profile Summary

About Mark H. Forest at a glance

Mark H. Forest is a Member based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Mark H. Forest. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1988). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1987) and Missouri Southern State College (B.A., 1984). Active member of Kansas City Metropolitan and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark H. Forest is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, litigation
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from Missouri Southern State College in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Mark practices at Mark H. Forest in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Mark H. Forest's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Mark H. Forest is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

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.

Mark H. Forest is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

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

Mark H. Forest is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark H. Forest

Where is Mark H. Forest's law office located?
Mark H. Forest's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Mark H. Forest. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark H. Forest handle?
Mark H. Forest focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Mark H. Forest practiced law?
Mark H. Forest has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Mark H. Forest go to law school?
Mark H. Forest earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Mark H. Forest for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1987
B.A.
Missouri Southern State College
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1988

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