Atty. Mark J. Powell
Mark J. Powell is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Scranton, PA · 36+ Years Experience
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About Mark J. Powell at a Glance
Mark J. Powell is a Member based in Scranton, Pennsylvania, practicing at Powell Law. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1990), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1996), and New York (2012). Educated at Catholic University (J.D. Temple, 1990) and Villanova University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lackawanna County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Governors, 2004—) Northeastern Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association (Past-President, 2002) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Scranton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark J. Powell
- Mark J. Powell is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Mark practices at Powell Law in Scranton, PA
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Mark J. Powell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark J. Powell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Scranton.
Personal Injury in Scranton
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.
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Criminal Defense in Scranton
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Scranton
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Scranton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Scranton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Scranton-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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Why Clients in Scranton Choose Mark J. Powell
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 J. Powell's practice in the field of personal injury and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark J. Powell brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, Mark J. Powell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and criminal defense, Mark J. Powell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Scranton
A Scranton-based practice means Mark J. Powell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark J. Powell Handles in Scranton
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