Mark D. Taylor, Employment Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Health Care, and IP · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratBaker & McKenzie LLP
Dallas, TX
Practicing employment in Dallas since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 8
- Bar admissions
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Mark D. Taylor is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and IP. Mark has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Employment · Health Care · IP
- Handles Employment, Health Care, and IP matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Mark D. Taylor: Mark D. Taylor is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and IP. Mark has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on employment, health care, ip, litigation, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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IP
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Employment cases in Dallas, Texas
Mark takes employment 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.
Health Care cases in Dallas, Texas
Mark takes health care 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.
Litigation cases in Dallas, Texas
Mark takes litigation 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.
Business cases in Dallas, Texas
Mark takes business 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
Meet Mark D. Taylor — employment lawyer in Dallas
Mark D. Taylor is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and IP. Mark has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Mark D. Taylor is a lawyer practicing compensation & employment, intellectual property, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Mark received a B.B.A. degree from Texas A & M University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. Mark practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Dallas, TX.
Working with Mark on a employment matter
Mr. Mark D. Taylor is a lawyer practicing compensation & employment, intellectual property, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Mark received a B.B.A. degree from Texas A & M University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. Mark practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Dallas, TX.
Clients Mark works with
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, health care, and ip matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Texas Tech University
J.D. · 1986
Texas A & M University
B.B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2006 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2006 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1999 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court I
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1992 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
Texas
1986 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in Texas Tech University and B.B.A. in Texas A & M University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in Texas Tech University and B.B.A. in Texas A & M 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.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Mark has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
Dallas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas
membership
Locations
Mark D. Taylor's office in Dallas
Mark's primary office is at 2001 Ross Ave., Ste. 2300, Dallas, TX, 75201-2984. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Mark D. Taylor — 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 employment attorneys in Dallas.
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How to hire Mark D. Taylor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark D. Taylor
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Texas typically take?
Simple employment 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 employment 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
Employment attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
Mark handles employment matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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