Atty. Michael Aaron Marks

Atty. Michael Aaron Marks

Michael Aaron Marks is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, labor and employment, insurance defense law and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from University of the Pacific in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Aaron Marks at a glance

Michael Aaron Marks is a employment, workers comp, insurance, and maritime attorney based in Newport, Rhode Island. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in California (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1979), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1985). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1976) and University of the Pacific (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Industrial Claims Association. Serves clients in Newport, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Aaron Marks is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, labor and employment, insurance defense law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of the Pacific in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Michael practices in Newport, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Aaron Marks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Aaron Marks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

Michael Aaron Marks is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Rhode Island →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Aaron Marks is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Rhode Island →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael Aaron Marks is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Rhode Island →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Michael Aaron Marks is one of 10,607 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Rhode Island →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Aaron Marks

Where is Michael Aaron Marks's law office located?
Michael Aaron Marks's law practice is located in Newport, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Aaron Marks handle?
Michael Aaron Marks focuses on employment, workers comp, insurance, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Michael Aaron Marks practiced law?
Michael Aaron Marks has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Michael Aaron Marks go to law school?
Michael Aaron Marks earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1973).
How can I contact Michael Aaron Marks for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Aaron Marks 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 Michael Aaron Marks received?
Michael Aaron Marks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1976
A.B.
University of the Pacific
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1985

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