Atty. Mark Steven McDaniel
Navigating the criminal justice system is a formidable task. If you are facing criminal charges, there is no substitute for experience, advocacy and knowledge.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN · 43+ Years Experience
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About Mark Steven McDaniel at a Glance
Mark Steven McDaniel is a personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, and traffic attorney based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at The McDaniel Law Firm. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1983). Educated at University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (JD, 1983). Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Steven McDaniel
- Navigating the criminal justice system is a formidable task
- If you are facing criminal charges, there is no substitute for experience, advocacy and knowledge
- Armed with over 36 years as a criminal defense attorney combined with over 20 years of service as a prosecutor, I am well prepared to guide you through the entire legal process and to work diligently for the best possible outcome
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Mark Steven McDaniel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Steven McDaniel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Memphis.
Personal Injury in Memphis
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.
Mark Steven McDaniel is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →
Criminal Defense in Memphis
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Mark Steven McDaniel is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →
Federal Crimes in Memphis
Mark Steven McDaniel is one of 6,716 federal crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse federal crimes attorneys in Tennessee →
Traffic Violations in Memphis
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Memphis
Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee 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 Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Memphis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Memphis-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 Memphis Choose Mark Steven McDaniel
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 Steven McDaniel's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, and traffic.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Steven McDaniel brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and federal crimes, Mark Steven McDaniel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Memphis
A Memphis-based practice means Mark Steven McDaniel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark Steven McDaniel Handles in Memphis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Steven McDaniel has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark Steven McDaniel directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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