Mark K. Allen, Personal Injury Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 47 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratTaylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P.
Houston, TX
Practicing personal injury in Houston since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Mark K. Allen is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Mark has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Taylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mark K. Allen: Mark K. Allen is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Mark has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Taylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Houston, Texas
Mark takes personal injury matters in Houston, 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 K. Allen — personal injury lawyer in Houston
Mark K. Allen is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Mark has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Taylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Mark K. Allen is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Mark practices at Taylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P. in Houston, TX.
How Mark handles personal injury matters
Mr. Mark K. Allen is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Mark practices at Taylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P. in Houston, TX.
Who Mark represents
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
South Texas College of Law
J.D. · 1979
University of Texas
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Texas U.S. District
1979 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. in University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. in University of Texas. 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.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas International Association of Defense Counsel Texas Association of Defense Counsel American Board of Trial Advocates
membership
Locations
Mark K. Allen's office in Houston
Mark's primary office is at 1221 McKinney, Suite 4300, Houston, TX, 77010. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Taylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P.
1221 McKinney, Suite 4300
Houston, TX 77010
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Client reviews of Mark K. Allen — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Mark K. Allen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury 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 personal injury attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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 personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark K. Allen
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a personal injury 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 personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Texas typically take?
Simple personal injury 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 Houston?
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 personal injury 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
Personal Injury attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas
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