Mark Gant Daniel, Criminal Defense Attorney in Fort Worth, Texas
Over 46 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatDaniel, Moore, Evans, Biggs, Decker, & Smid
Fort Worth, TX
Practicing criminal defense in Fort Worth since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Mark Gant Daniel is a member based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Mark has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daniel, Moore, Evans, Biggs, Decker, & Smid. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Fort Worth, TX
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense
- Handles Criminal Defense matters from Fort Worth, TX.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mark Gant Daniel: Mark Gant Daniel is a member based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Mark has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daniel, Moore, Evans, Biggs, Decker, & Smid. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Fort Worth
Mark concentrates on criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Mark takes criminal defense matters in Fort Worth, 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
Mark Gant Daniel, criminal defense attorney serving Fort Worth
Mark Gant Daniel is a member based in Fort Worth, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Mark has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daniel, Moore, Evans, Biggs, Decker, & Smid. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Mark works from Fort Worth, Texas and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.
Mr. Mark Gant Daniel is a lawyer practicing criminal defense trial practice. Mark received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Mark practices at Daniel, Moore, Evans, Biggs, Decker, & Smid in Fort Worth, TX.
How Mark handles criminal defense matters
Mr. Mark Gant Daniel is a lawyer practicing criminal defense trial practice. Mark received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Mark practices at Daniel, Moore, Evans, Biggs, Decker, & Smid in Fort Worth, TX.
Who Mark represents
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense matters in Fort Worth and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
St. Mary’s University School of Law
J.D. · 1980
University of Texas at Austin
B.B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Texas United States
1980 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in St. Mary’s University School of Law and B.B.A. in University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in St. Mary’s University School of Law and B.B.A. in University of Texas at Austin. 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
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
Tarrant County Bar Association
President, 2006-2007 District 7-A Grievance Committee, 1999-2004 and 2006-2008) Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Past-President, 1991) Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Past-President, 2002-2003 · membership
Texas Bar Foundation
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Locations
Mark Gant Daniel's office in Fort Worth
Mark's primary office is at 301 Commerce St., Ste. 2001, Fort Worth, TX, 76102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Daniel, Moore, Evans, Biggs, Decker, & Smid
301 Commerce St., Ste. 2001
Fort Worth, TX 76102
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Client reviews of Mark Gant Daniel — 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 criminal defense attorneys in Fort Worth.
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How to hire Mark Gant Daniel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense 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 criminal defense attorney in Fort Worth, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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 criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark Gant Daniel
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a criminal defense 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 criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Texas typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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 Fort Worth?
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 criminal defense 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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