Atty. Mark Steven Avila

Atty. Mark Steven Avila

Mark Steven Avila is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, civil litigation, business litigation and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Woodland Hills Woodland Hills 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Steven Avila at a glance

Mark Steven Avila is a Managing Partner based in Woodland Hills, California, practicing at Avila And Shaddow. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1993) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1995). Educated at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles (J.D., 1993) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles California Employment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Woodland Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Steven Avila is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, civil litigation, business litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Mark practices at Avila & Shaddow in Woodland Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Steven Avila's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Mark Steven Avila is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Mark Steven Avila is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Woodland Hills 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 Steven Avila

Where is Mark Steven Avila's law office located?
Mark Steven Avila's law practice is located in Woodland Hills, California. The firm is Avila And Shaddow. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Steven Avila handle?
Mark Steven Avila focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Steven Avila practiced law?
Mark Steven Avila has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Mark Steven Avila go to law school?
Mark Steven Avila earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Mark Steven Avila for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Steven Avila directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Mark Steven Avila received?
Mark Steven Avila's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
- 1993
B.A.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1995

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