Atty. Robert Mark Karnes

Atty. Robert Mark Karnes

Mr. Robert Mark Karnes is a lawyer practicing taxation, real estate.

Dallas Dallas 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Real Estate & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 43+ Years Experience

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About Robert Mark Karnes at a Glance

Robert Mark Karnes is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at R. Mark Karnes. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on real estate and tax. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Texas Northern District Court Texa (1983). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1983) and Southeastern Oklahoma State University (B.S., 1980). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Robert Mark Karnes

  • Mr. Robert Mark Karnes is a lawyer practicing taxation, real estate
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Robert practices at R. Mark Karnes in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Mark Karnes's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Mark Karnes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.

Real Estate Law in Dallas

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law in Dallas

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas

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

Dallas Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Dallas-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Robert Mark Karnes

Where is Robert Mark Karnes's law office located?
Robert Mark Karnes's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is R. Mark Karnes. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Mark Karnes handle?
Robert Mark Karnes focuses on real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Robert Mark Karnes practiced law?
Robert Mark Karnes has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Robert Mark Karnes go to law school?
Robert Mark Karnes earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact Robert Mark Karnes for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Dallas Choose Robert Mark Karnes

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 Robert Mark Karnes's practice in the field of real estate and tax.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Robert Mark Karnes 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 real estate and tax, Robert Mark Karnes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Dallas

A Dallas-based practice means Robert Mark Karnes 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 Robert Mark Karnes Handles in Dallas

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Mark Karnes has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Residential property transactions
Real Estate
Commercial lease disputes
Real Estate
Title and deed issues
Real Estate
Landlord-tenant conflicts
Real Estate
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert Mark Karnes directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Robert Mark Karnes's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1983
B.S.
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
- 1980

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Texas Northern District Court Texa
Admitted: 1983

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