Atty. Mark Johnson Criser
Mark Johnson Criser is a lawyer practicing civil rights, appellate practice, civil practice and 3 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1992, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 28+ Years Experience
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About Mark Johnson Criser at a Glance
Mark Johnson Criser is a Shareholder based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Hill Ward Henderson. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on class action, litigation, civil rights, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1998), U.S. District Court, Middle District, Florida (2000), and U.S. District Court, Southern District, Florida (2006). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1997) and University of Florida (B.A. University, 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Johnson Criser
- Mark Johnson Criser is a lawyer practicing civil rights, appellate practice, civil practice and 3 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1992, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Mark practices at Hill Ward Henderson in Tampa, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Johnson Criser's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Johnson Criser handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Class Action in Tampa
Mark Johnson Criser is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Tampa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Mark Johnson Criser is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
Civil Rights in Tampa
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Mark Johnson Criser is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Florida →
Insurance Law in Tampa
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Mark Johnson Criser is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Florida →
Appellate Practice in Tampa
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Mark Johnson Criser is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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 Tampa 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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Mark Johnson Criser
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 Johnson Criser's practice in the field of class action, litigation, civil rights, insurance, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Johnson Criser brings 28+ 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 Florida, U.S. District Court, Middle District, Florida, and U.S. District Court, Southern District, Florida, Mark Johnson Criser can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering class action, litigation, and civil rights, Mark Johnson Criser can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Mark Johnson Criser 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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