Atty. Mark J. Shostak

Atty. Mark J. Shostak

Mark J. Shostak focuses his practice exclusively on Workers’ Compensation matters.

Oakland Oakland 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (341) 229-1097 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Mark J. Shostak at a glance

Mark J. Shostak is an Attorney based in Oakland, California, practicing at Law Offices of John E. Hill, P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1990), Pennsylvania (1991), and California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1996). Educated at Northeastern University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Drexel University (B.S., 1986). Active member of State Bar of California California Applicants' Attorney Association. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark J. Shostak focuses his practice exclusively on Workers’ Compensation matters
  • He earned his Bachelor of Science degree with honors from Drexel University and his Juris Doctor degree from the Northeastern University School of Law
  • He is admitted to practice in California’s state and federal courts as well as the U.S
  • Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
  • He is also licensed to practice in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania
  • He is a member of the State Bar of California and the California Applicants’ Attorneys Association
  • Memberships State Bar of California California Applicants’ Attorney Association

Practice Areas Explained

Mark J. Shostak's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark J. Shostak

Where is Mark J. Shostak's law office located?
Mark J. Shostak's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Law Offices of John E. Hill, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark J. Shostak handle?
Mark J. Shostak focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark J. Shostak practiced law?
Mark J. Shostak has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Mark J. Shostak go to law school?
Mark J. Shostak earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Mark J. Shostak for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northeastern University School of Law
- 1990
B.S.
Drexel University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1990
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991
California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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