Atty. Mark John LaBate

Atty. Mark John LaBate

Mark John LaBate is a lawyer practicing immigration law, criminal law, international law and 13 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 38 Years Experience 38 year
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About Mark John LaBate at a glance

Mark John LaBate is a Member based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Mark J. Labate, P.A.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on citizenship, deportation, asylum, criminal defense, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Florida (1988) and Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Elevent (1988). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1988) and University of Delaware (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Pennsylvania Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark John LaBate is a lawyer practicing immigration law, criminal law, international law and 13 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Mark practices at Mark J. Labate, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Mark John LaBate's Areas of Practice

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

Citizenship & Naturalization

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Deportation & Removal Defense

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Asylum & Refugee

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Criminal Defense

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

Mark John LaBate is one of 34,874 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 Fort Lauderdale 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark John LaBate

Where is Mark John LaBate's law office located?
Mark John LaBate's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Mark J. Labate, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark John LaBate handle?
Mark John LaBate focuses on citizenship, deportation, asylum, criminal defense, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Mark John LaBate practiced law?
Mark John LaBate has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Mark John LaBate go to law school?
Mark John LaBate earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Mark John LaBate for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark John LaBate received?
Mark John LaBate's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1988
B.A.
University of Delaware
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1988
Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Elevent
Admitted: 1988

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