Atty. S. Mark Dukes

Atty. S. Mark Dukes

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Montgomery Montgomery 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About S. Mark Dukes at a glance

S. Mark Dukes is a Member based in Montgomery, Alabama, practicing at Holtsford Gilliland Higgins Hitson & Howard, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on litigation and insurance. Admitted to practice in Alabama U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Middle, Southern and Northern D (1995). Educated at University of Alabama School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Vanderbilt University (B.A. Slavic, 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Alabama State Bar Alabama Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute Montgomery County Bar Association Alabama District Attorneys Association Federalist Society. Serands clients in Montgomery, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. S. Mark Dukes is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, governmental liability, motor vehicle defense and 3 other areas of law
  • S. Mark received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1979, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • S. Mark practices at Holtsford Gilliland Higgins Hitson & Howard, P.C. in Montgomery, AL

Practice Areas Explained

S. Mark Dukes's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about S. Mark Dukes

Where is S. Mark Dukes's law office located?
S. Mark Dukes's law practice is located in Montgomery, Alabama. The firm is Holtsford Gilliland Higgins Hitson & Howard, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does S. Mark Dukes handle?
S. Mark Dukes focuses on litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has S. Mark Dukes practiced law?
S. Mark Dukes has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did S. Mark Dukes go to law school?
S. Mark Dukes earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. Slavic, 1979).
How can I contact S. Mark Dukes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has S. Mark Dukes received?
S. Mark Dukes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Alabama School of Law
- 1995
B.A. Slavic
Vanderbilt University
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Alabama U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Middle, Southern and Northern D
Admitted: 1995

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