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Mark Spencer Jones, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Litigation

Senior AssociateatPillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1989.

37+
Years practicing
2
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Mark Spencer Jones is a senior associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Litigation. Mark has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 37 years
Known for
Employment · Employment Contracts · Litigation
  • Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Mark Spencer Jones: Mark Spencer Jones is a senior associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Litigation. Mark has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Mark takes on

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

Employment cases in Los Angeles, California

Mark takes employment matters in Los Angeles, 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.

Employment Contracts cases in Los Angeles, California

Mark takes employment contracts matters in Los Angeles, 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.

Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California

Mark takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, 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

Meet Mark Spencer Jones — employment lawyer in Los Angeles

Mark Spencer Jones is a senior associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Litigation. Mark has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP.

Mark Spencer Jones is a lawyer practicing executive compensation & benefits, litigation, erisa litigation. Mark Spencer received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1994, and has been licensed for 37 years. Mark Spencer practices at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.

Working with Mark on a employment matter

Mark Spencer Jones is a lawyer practicing executive compensation & benefits, litigation, erisa litigation. Mark Spencer received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1994, and has been licensed for 37 years. Mark Spencer practices at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.

Who Mark represents

Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Stanford Law School

    J.D. · 1999

  • Princeton University

    A.B. · 1994

Jurisdictions

Mark's state bar admissions

  • New York

    2000 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1989 · ACTIVE

Mark studied at J.D. in Stanford Law School and A.B. in Princeton University.

Law school and academic background

Mark completed J.D. in Stanford Law School and A.B. in Princeton University. 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.

Affiliations

Mark's professional memberships and bar associations

  • American Bar Association

    Member, Section on Taxation, Committee on Employee Benefits · membership

Locations

Mark Spencer Jones's office in Los Angeles

Mark's primary office is at 725 S. Figueroa St., Ste. 2800, Los Angeles, CA, 90017-5406. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

725 S. Figueroa St., Ste. 2800

Los Angeles, CA 90017-5406

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mark Spencer Jones — 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 Los Angeles, California

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 Spencer Jones

  • 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 California 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 Los Angeles?

    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 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 Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

Mark handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.

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