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Mark Alan Dodd, Entertainment Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and IP

PartneratSidley Austin LLP

Dallas, TX

Practicing entertainment in Dallas since 2003.

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Years practicing
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Mark Alan Dodd is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Mark has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.

Based in
Dallas, TX
Experience
over 23 years
Known for
Entertainment · General · IP
  • Handles Entertainment, General, and IP matters from Dallas, TX.
  • Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Mark Alan Dodd: Mark Alan Dodd is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Mark has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Mark Alan Dodd

Mark concentrates on entertainment, general, ip, patent, and internet. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Entertainment cases in Dallas, Texas

Mark takes entertainment matters in Dallas, Texas. 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.

General cases in Dallas, Texas

Mark takes general matters in Dallas, Texas. 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.

IP cases in Dallas, Texas

Mark takes ip matters in Dallas, Texas. 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.

Patent cases in Dallas, Texas

Mark takes patent matters in Dallas, Texas. 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.

Internet cases in Dallas, Texas

Mark takes internet matters in Dallas, Texas. 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

About Mark Alan Dodd — Over 23 years of Texas entertainment experience

Mark Alan Dodd is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Mark has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.

Mr. Mark Alan Dodd is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, technology transactions, electronics and semiconductors and 6 other areas of law. Mark received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1985, and has been licensed for 23 years. Mark practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Dallas, TX.

Working with Mark on a entertainment matter

Mr. Mark Alan Dodd is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, technology transactions, electronics and semiconductors and 6 other areas of law. Mark received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1985, and has been licensed for 23 years. Mark practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Dallas, TX.

Clients Mark works with

Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and ip matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Mark Alan Dodd's legal education and bar admissions

  • Southern Methodist University

    J.D. · 2003

  • Purdue University

    B.S. Electrical · 1985

Jurisdictions

Mark's state bar admissions

  • Texas U.S. District

    2003 · ACTIVE

Mark studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University and B.S. Electrical in Purdue University.

Law school and academic background

Mark completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University and B.S. Electrical in Purdue University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Mark Alan Dodd's office in Dallas

Mark's primary office is at 717 North Harwood, Suite 3400, Dallas, TX, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Sidley Austin LLP

717 North Harwood, Suite 3400

Dallas, TX 75201

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mark Alan Dodd — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new entertainment 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 entertainment attorney in Dallas, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 entertainment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every entertainment 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 entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mark Alan Dodd

  • How much does it cost to hire Mark for a entertainment 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 entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.

  • How long do entertainment cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple entertainment 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 Dallas?

    Mark is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas 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 entertainment 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

Entertainment attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas

Mark handles entertainment matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.

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