Atty. Mark J. Tempest

Atty. Mark J. Tempest

Mr. Mark J.

Raleigh Raleigh 45 Years Experience 45 year
Call (252) 669-2075

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About Mark J. Tempest at a glance

Mark J. Tempest is a Member based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Mark J. Tempest. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on maritime. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1981), Texas (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1982), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1984). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1981) and Central Michigan University (M.A. University, 1978). Active member of Attorney Associate, Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas American Corporate Counsel Association Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serves clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Mark J. Tempest is a lawyer practicing maritime law
  • Mark received a M.A. degree from Central Michigan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Mark practices at Mark J. Tempest in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Mark J. Tempest's Areas of Practice

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

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Mark J. Tempest's law office located?
Mark J. Tempest's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Mark J. Tempest. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark J. Tempest handle?
Mark J. Tempest focuses on maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Mark J. Tempest practiced law?
Mark J. Tempest has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Mark J. Tempest go to law school?
Mark J. Tempest earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.A. University, 1978).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1981
M.A. University
Central Michigan University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1981
Texas
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1989
North Carolina
Admitted: 1997

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