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Mark L. Johansen, Business Attorney in Dallas, Texas

focused on Business and Litigation

Blank Rome LLP

Dallas, TX

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Mark L. Johansen is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Currently practicing at Blank Rome LLP.

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  • Handles Business and Litigation matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Mark L. Johansen: Mark L. Johansen is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Currently practicing at Blank Rome LLP.

Areas of practice

Mark's practice areas in Dallas

Mark concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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.

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.

Biography

Mark L. Johansen, business attorney serving Dallas

Mark L. Johansen is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Currently practicing at Blank Rome LLP. Mark works from Dallas, Texas and takes on business matters across the region.

Mark Johansen's practice focuses on complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts. He also regularly represents clients in arbitration proceedings before the American Arbitration Association (AAA), Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services (JAMS), and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

Mark has handled litigation and arbitrations involving mergers and acquisitions, contract disputes, business torts, labor/employment, trade secrets, securities/shareholder litigation and professional liability. In addition, Mark has conducted internal corporate investigations involving allegations of fraud and ethics violations. He has represented clients in a number of industries including energy, financial services, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, private equity, real estate and technology.

Working with Mark on a business matter

Mark Johansen's practice focuses on complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts. He also regularly represents clients in arbitration proceedings before the American Arbitration Association (AAA), Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services (JAMS), and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Mark has handled litigation and arbitrations involving mergers and acquisitions,…

Clients Mark works with

Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Mark studied and practices

  • University of Oklahoma

    J.D. · 1986

Jurisdictions

Mark's state bar admissions

  • Texas, State Bar of

    ACTIVE

  • Texas, U.S. District

    ACTIVE

  • Texas, U.S. Courts o

    ACTIVE

Mark studied at J.D. in University of Oklahoma.

Law school and academic background

Mark completed J.D. in University of Oklahoma. 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 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Preeminent AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Selected as a "Best Lawyer in Dallas" in the area of Business Litigation by D Magazine, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Preeminent AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Selected as a "Best Lawyer in Dallas" in the area of Business Litigation by D Magazine, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 (2026).

Locations

Mark L. Johansen's office in Dallas

Mark's primary office is at 200 Crescent Court, Suite 1000, Dallas, Texas, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Blank Rome LLP

200 Crescent Court, Suite 1000

Dallas, Texas 75201

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mark L. Johansen — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business 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 business attorney in Dallas, Texas

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mark L. Johansen

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

  • How long do business cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple business 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 business 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

Business attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas

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