
Mark Anthony Stankevich, Entertainment Attorney in Santa Monica, California
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatStankevich Law Inc
Santa Monica, CA
Practicing entertainment in Santa Monica since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Mark Anthony Stankevich is a member based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate. Mark has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stankevich Law Inc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Santa Monica, CA
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · IP · Real Estate
- Handles Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate matters from Santa Monica, CA.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mark Anthony Stankevich: Mark Anthony Stankevich is a member based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate. Mark has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stankevich Law Inc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Santa Monica
Mark concentrates on entertainment, ip, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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IP
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Real Estate
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Entertainment cases in Santa Monica, California
Mark takes entertainment matters in Santa Monica, California. 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 Santa Monica, California
Mark takes ip matters in Santa Monica, California. 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.
Real Estate cases in Santa Monica, California
Mark takes real estate matters in Santa Monica, California. 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 Anthony Stankevich, entertainment attorney serving Santa Monica
Mark Anthony Stankevich is a member based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Real Estate. Mark has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stankevich Law Inc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Mark works from Santa Monica, California and takes on entertainment matters across the region.
Mark Anthony Stankevich is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, intellectual property law. Mark Anthony received a B.A. degree from Lafayette College in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years. Mark Anthony practices at Stankevich Law Inc. in Santa Monica, CA.
How Mark handles entertainment matters
Mark Anthony Stankevich is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, intellectual property law. Mark Anthony received a B.A. degree from Lafayette College in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years. Mark Anthony practices at Stankevich Law Inc. in Santa Monica, CA.
The kind of cases Mark takes
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, ip, and real estate matters in Santa Monica and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley
J.D. · 1980
Lafayette College
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
California
1980 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley and B.A. in Lafayette College.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley and B.A. in Lafayette College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mark's legal honors and published work
Mark has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
Beverly Hills
Member, Sections on: Entertainment Law and Patent, Trademark, Copyright), Los Angeles County (Member, Section on: Intellectual Property & Entertainment Law) and American (Member, Forum Sections on Communications Law and Entertainment and Sports Law) Bar A · membership
Locations
Office locations for Mark Anthony Stankevich in Santa Monica, California
Mark's primary office is at Santa Monica, CA, 90406. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Mark Anthony Stankevich — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Mark. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing entertainment attorneys in Santa Monica.
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How to hire Mark Anthony Stankevich — 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 Santa Monica, California
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 Anthony Stankevich
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 California 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 Santa Monica?
Mark is licensed in California. Matters governed by California 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 Santa Monica, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Mark handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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