Atty. Mark J McGowan

Atty. Mark J McGowan

Mark J McGowan is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, criminal defense. Mark received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Sierra Vista Sierra Vista 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark J McGowan at a glance

Mark J McGowan is a Member based in Sierra Vista, Arizona, practicing at Mark J Mcgowan. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and family law. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1979), District of Columbia (1980), and Arizona (1985). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1976) and College of the Holy Cross (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Cochise County (President, 1987) and New York State Bar Associations State Bar of Arizona The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Sierra Vista, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark J McGowan is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, criminal defense
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Mark practices at Mark J. McGowan in Sierra Vista, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

Mark J McGowan's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark J McGowan

Where is Mark J McGowan's law office located?
Mark J McGowan's law practice is located in Sierra Vista, Arizona. The firm is Mark J Mcgowan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark J McGowan handle?
Mark J McGowan focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Mark J McGowan practiced law?
Mark J McGowan has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Mark J McGowan go to law school?
Mark J McGowan earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Mark J McGowan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark J McGowan received?
Mark J McGowan's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1976
B.A.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1973

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1979
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
Arizona
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1987

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