Atty. Mark Hicks
Mark Hicks is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. Mark, who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 1989.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL
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About Mark Hicks at a Glance
Mark Hicks is a business, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Hicks Porter & Stein PA. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1972). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Hicks
- Mark Hicks is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation
- Mark, who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 1989
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Hicks's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Hicks handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Business & Corporate Law in Miami
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Miami
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate Practice in Miami
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Mark Hicks is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Miami Choose Mark Hicks
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark Hicks's practice in the field of business, litigation, and appellate.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and appellate, Mark Hicks can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Mark Hicks attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark Hicks Handles in Miami
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Hicks has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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