About

Mark W. Oakley is an experienced litigation attorney specializing in civil litigation, personal injury, construction law, and criminal and traffic defense. Learn more about his background and expertise. Mark W. Oakley is a well-respected litigation attorney based in Rockville, Maryland. With a focus on civil litigation, personal injury, construction law, and criminal and traffic defense, Mr. Oakley has built a reputation for his strong advocacy and dedication to his clients. In addition to his work in these areas, Mr. Oakley also provides legal counsel to business clients, assisting with contract negotiations and drafting. He is experienced in handling a wide range of litigation matters and has represented clients at all levels of the state and federal court systems. Mr. Oakley is a graduate of the University of Maryland School of Law, where he earned his J.D. in 1987. He also holds a B.A. from the University of Maryland, College Park, which he obtained in 1984. He is a member of several prestigious legal associations, including the Maryland State Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar, and the Bar Association of Montgomery County. With his training and certification in collaborative law practice, Mr. Oakley brings a unique approach to resolving legal disputes. He is admitted to practice before multiple courts, including the Court of Appeals of Maryland, the District of Columbia Court of Appeals, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. One of Mr. Oakley\s notable achievements includes authoring the winning brief in the case of 1986 Mercedes v. State of Maryland. This landmark decision set a precedent by limiting the state\s power to forfeit private property. Overall, Mark W. Oakley is a dedicated and skilled attorney who is committed to providing high-quality legal representation to his clients. With his expertise in various areas of law and his track record of success, he is a trusted advocate for those in need of legal assistance.

Legal Issues

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

DUI & DWI

Family Law

Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father s Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

Personal Injury

Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Construction Law

Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation

Estate Planning

Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills

Business Law

Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

Education

Associations

Costs

• Free Consultancy Service
• Payment With Credit Card
  Visa, MasterCard, Discover
• Conditional Fees
  I handle personal injury claims on a contingent fee basis, meaning if there is no recovery, you do not owe me a legal fee.

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