Atty. Mark Wayne Mercante

Atty. Mark Wayne Mercante

Mark Wayne Mercante is a lawyer practicing construction law, commercial litigation, professional liability and 1 other area of law. Mark received a B.B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Mandeville Mandeville 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Wayne Mercante at a glance

Mark Wayne Mercante is a Shareholder based in Mandeville, Louisiana, practicing at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Dist (1995). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1995) and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans, Covington, Louisiana State (Member, Sections on: Corporate and Business Law Fidelity, Surety & Construction Law), Federal and American (Member, Litigation Section Member, Forum on the Construction Industry) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Mandeville, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Wayne Mercante is a lawyer practicing construction law, commercial litigation, professional liability and 1 other area of law
  • Mark received a B.B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Mark practices at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC in Mandeville, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Wayne Mercante's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mandeville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Wayne Mercante

Where is Mark Wayne Mercante's law office located?
Mark Wayne Mercante's law practice is located in Mandeville, Louisiana. The firm is Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Wayne Mercante handle?
Mark Wayne Mercante focuses on business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Mark Wayne Mercante practiced law?
Mark Wayne Mercante has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Mark Wayne Mercante go to law school?
Mark Wayne Mercante earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Mark Wayne Mercante for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Wayne Mercante 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 Wayne Mercante received?
Mark Wayne Mercante's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1995
B.B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Dist
Admitted: 1995

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