Atty. Mark Thomas Flaherty
Mr. Mark Thomas Flaherty is a lawyer practicing family law, workers compensation, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Sarasota, FL · 29+ Years Experience
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About Mark Thomas Flaherty at a Glance
Mark Thomas Flaherty is a Member based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at Flaherty Law Firm. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1997). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1997) and Colby College (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sarasota County (Board of Directors, 2011-present) and The Florida Bar (Board of Governors, Young Lawyer Division, 2009-2010) Associations Florida Workers Compensation Association. Serves clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Thomas Flaherty
- Mr. Mark Thomas Flaherty is a lawyer practicing family law, workers compensation, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Mark practices at Flaherty Law Firm in Sarasota, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Thomas Flaherty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Thomas Flaherty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sarasota.
Divorce in Sarasota
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Mark Thomas Flaherty is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Florida →
Child Custody & Visitation in Sarasota
Mark Thomas Flaherty is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Florida →
Personal Injury in Sarasota
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 Thomas Flaherty is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Criminal Defense in Sarasota
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Mark Thomas Flaherty is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →
Family Law in Sarasota
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Mark Thomas Flaherty is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sarasota
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 Sarasota 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.
Sarasota Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sarasota-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 Sarasota Choose Mark Thomas Flaherty
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 Thomas Flaherty's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Thomas Flaherty brings 29+ 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 divorce, child custody, and personal injury, Mark Thomas Flaherty can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sarasota
A Sarasota-based practice means Mark Thomas Flaherty 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 Thomas Flaherty Handles in Sarasota
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Thomas Flaherty has experience with under Florida 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 Thomas Flaherty directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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