Mark A Brown, General Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on General and Personal Injury
Managing PartneratLane Brown, LLC
Chicago, IL
Practicing general in Chicago since 1994.
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Mark A Brown is a managing partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Mark has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lane Brown, LLC.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- General · Personal Injury
- Handles General and Personal Injury matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mark A Brown: Mark A Brown is a managing partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Mark has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lane Brown, LLC.
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Chicago
Mark concentrates on general and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Mark takes general matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
Mark takes personal injury matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mark A Brown, general attorney serving Chicago
Mark A Brown is a managing partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Mark has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lane Brown, LLC. Mark works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on general matters across the region.
Selected as an Illinois Superlawyer-2010, 2011 (5% of Illinois Attorneys chosen) in Plaintiff's Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice, as published in Chicago Lawyer Magazine; Coach, Northwestern University Mock Trial Team 2010-present; Selected to "40 Under 40 Illinois Attorneys to Watch-2007" by Chicago Lawyer Magazine; Author: Written Materials on Proximate Cause for Illinois Trial Lawyers Association-Medical Malpractice Seminar, 2002; Member: Judicial Screening Committee, 1997-2000; Civil Litigation Committee, 1997-2002. Author: "Civil Litigation Practice Reminder: Worker's Compensation Lien and Proceeds from Uninsured/Underinsured Policies," Illinois State Bar Association's Young Lawyers Journal, May, 1999. Seminar Organizer and Moderator: "Meet the Judges of the 3rd Judicial District to Discuss Supreme Court Rule 213," November, 1999.
How Mark handles general matters
Selected as an Illinois Superlawyer-2010, 2011 (5% of Illinois Attorneys chosen) in Plaintiff's Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice, as published in Chicago Lawyer Magazine; Coach, Northwestern University Mock Trial Team 2010-present; Selected to "40 Under 40 Illinois Attorneys to Watch-2007" by Chicago Lawyer Magazine; Author: Written Materials on Proximate Cause for Illinois Trial Lawyers…
Who Mark represents
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and personal injury matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology J.D.
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Illinois
1994 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at — in Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology J.D. and — in University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign B.A..
Law school and academic background
Mark completed — in Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology J.D. and — in University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
American Association for Justice Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations Northwest Suburban Bar Association (Chairman, Young Lawyers Committee, 1998-2000) Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Chicago Bar Association Decalogue Society
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Locations
Mark A Brown's office in Chicago
Mark's primary office is at 230 West Monroe Street, Suite 2600, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark A Brown — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark A Brown
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Mark is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mark will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mark?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new general clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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