Mark A. Alexander – Attorney Profile
Commercial Litigation Attorney | Dallas, Texas
Nearly 40 Years Protecting Texas Businesses
Mark A. Alexander has built his legal practice on a fundamental principle: businesses deserve aggressive representation from attorneys who understand both the legal complexities and practical realities of commercial disputes. Since 1985, he has represented companies ranging from small family businesses to major corporations in high-stakes litigation that threatened everything they had built. His winning strategies, trials and negotiations have been featured by major news outlets including TIME, Forbes, Dallas Morning News, Fox 44, and CBS News.
Based in Dallas but handling cases throughout Texas and in federal courts nationwide, Mark brings a unique combination of sophisticated legal strategy and practical business understanding to every case. His approach isn't about winning legal arguments for their own sake – it's about achieving results that protect business operations, preserve valuable relationships where possible, and position clients for continued success after litigation concludes.
Distinguished Professional Recognition
Mark's nearly four decades of legal excellence have earned recognition from the most prestigious legal organizations in America:
AV Preeminent® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell This highest peer rating for legal ability and ethical standards is awarded to only those attorneys who demonstrate the highest levels of skill, integrity, and professional excellence. The rating comes from confidential evaluations by other attorneys and judges who have direct knowledge of an attorney's work.
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Mark is among less than 1% of U.S. attorneys who qualify for this exclusive organization. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements, demonstrating exceptional skill in high-value litigation. This recognition reflects not just legal ability, but the trust clients place in Mark to handle their most significant legal matters.
Million Dollar Advocates Forum This additional recognition acknowledges Mark's consistent ability to achieve substantial results for clients across various types of commercial disputes. The Forum recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated exceptional advocacy and the ability to handle complex, high-stakes litigation.
Court Appointments and Special Recognitions Texas courts have repeatedly selected Mark for challenging appointments including receiver, mediator, and facilitator in complex commercial litigation. These appointments reflect the judiciary's confidence in his integrity, judgment, and ability to handle sensitive matters requiring the highest levels of professionalism.
As a mentor to law students at the University of North Texas/Dallas College of Law, Mark shares his extensive experience with the next generation of attorneys, demonstrating his commitment to the legal profession's future.
Proven Track Record in Commercial Litigation
Mark's experience spans the core areas of commercial disputes that Texas businesses face. Recent victories include obtaining summary judgment dismissing a $1,000,000 claim against a Texas restaurant – a rare achievement that demonstrates his ability to protect clients efficiently and decisively. His proven track record over nearly 40 years reflects consistent excellence in contested litigation.
Trade Secret Protection and Non-Compete Enforcement When employees leave with confidential information or competitors engage in unfair business practices, Mark understands that days or even hours can make the difference between protecting valuable assets and watching competitors benefit from stolen information. He has successfully obtained emergency injunctions, recovered damages for trade secret misappropriation, and protected client competitive advantages across various industries. His experience includes enforcing non-compete agreements, protecting customer lists and pricing information, and pursuing claims for breach of confidentiality obligations.
Partnership and Shareholder Disputes Business divorces can destroy decades of work. Mark handles these sensitive matters with strategies designed to protect business value while achieving favorable resolutions. His experience includes breach of fiduciary duty claims, buyout disputes, partnership dissolutions, and minority shareholder oppression cases. He understands that these disputes often involve not just legal issues but personal relationships and emotional investments in businesses that clients have spent lifetimes building.
Commercial Contract Disputes From multi-million dollar contract disputes to business fraud claims, Mark brings nearly four decades of experience to sophisticated commercial conflicts. He has represented clients in disputes involving supply agreements, distribution contracts, franchise relationships, construction projects, and virtually every type of business agreement. His approach focuses on achieving business objectives, not just legal victories.
Business Fraud and Misrepresentation When business deals go wrong due to fraud or misrepresentation, Mark pursues aggressive recovery strategies. His experience includes cases involving fraudulent inducement, business conspiracy, concealment of material facts, and breach of warranty claims. He understands how to trace assets, uncover hidden information, and pursue all available remedies to maximize client recovery.
Federal Court Excellence Mark's federal court experience includes published victories against the United States Government, demonstrating his ability to handle cases at the highest levels of legal practice. Federal court practice requires specialized knowledge and experience that Mark has developed over decades of handling complex multi-state disputes, federal regulatory matters, and cases involving federal law claims.
Educational Background and Bar Admissions
Mark earned his law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan, where he achieved Academic Dean's List recognition. He completed his undergraduate education at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1979.
His bar admissions reflect his broad practice scope:
- State Bar of Texas (1985)
- State Bar of Michigan (1988)
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth and Sixth Circuits
- U.S. District Courts – Northern, Southern, and Western Districts of Texas
- U.S. District Courts – Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan
- Additional federal and state courts through pro hac vice admission as needed
A Strategic Approach to Commercial Litigation
Mark's philosophy centers on understanding that litigation is a tool for achieving business objectives, not an end in itself. Every case begins with understanding not just the legal issues, but the client's business, industry, and long-term goals. This comprehensive approach allows him to develop strategies that protect immediate interests while positioning clients for future success.
His litigation strategy emphasizes:
- Early case assessment to identify strengths, weaknesses, and optimal resolution paths
- Cost-benefit analysis to ensure litigation expenses align with potential recovery or risk
- Strategic use of motion practice to narrow issues and potentially resolve cases early
- Aggressive discovery when needed to uncover critical evidence
- Settlement leverage through demonstrated trial readiness and capability
Representative Clients and Matters
Over nearly 40 years, Mark has represented:
- Manufacturing companies protecting trade secrets and enforcing non-compete agreements
- Restaurant and hospitality businesses defending against liability claims
- Professional service firms resolving partnership disputes
- Small business owners in contract disputes with suppliers and customers
- Shareholders pursuing breach of fiduciary duty claims
- Companies seeking to recover losses from business fraud
His clients range from individual business owners protecting family enterprises to established companies defending against multi-million dollar claims. Regardless of client size, Mark provides the same level of sophisticated representation and personal attention.
Community Involvement and Professional Leadership
Throughout his career, Mark has maintained active involvement in the legal community and Dallas business community. His role as a mentor at the University of North Texas/Dallas College of Law reflects his commitment to developing future legal talent and giving back to the profession that has defined his career.
His selection for court appointments as receiver and mediator demonstrates the respect he has earned from the judiciary and legal community. These appointments often involve the most complex and sensitive commercial disputes, requiring not just legal expertise but wisdom, integrity, and the ability to find solutions to seemingly intractable problems.
Why Clients Choose Mark A. Alexander
Clients facing high-stakes commercial litigation choose Mark for several key reasons:
Experience That Matters – Nearly 40 years of commercial litigation provides perspective and judgment that cannot be replaced. Mark has seen virtually every type of business dispute and knows what strategies work.
Proven Results – From summary judgment victories to successful trials, Mark's track record demonstrates consistent ability to achieve favorable outcomes in complex commercial disputes.
Business Understanding – Mark approaches litigation from a business perspective, focusing on achieving practical results that protect operations and preserve value.
Personal Attention – Despite his extensive experience and recognition, Mark personally handles every case, providing direct access and responsive communication.
Strategic Thinking – Every case receives strategic analysis that considers not just legal issues but business implications, relationship preservation, and long-term consequences.
Contact Mark A. Alexander
When commercial disputes threaten what you've built, experience matters. Contact Mark A. Alexander to discuss how nearly 40 years of commercial litigation excellence can protect your business interests.
Office Location:
Mark A. Alexander, P.C.
The Gild
8150 North Central Expressway, 10th Floor
Dallas, Texas 75206
Phone: (972) 544-6968
Fax: (972) 421-1500
Email: mark@markalexanderlaw.com
Web: commerciallitigationtexas.com
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