Mark A. Shank
About Mark A. Shank
Mark A. Shank is a lawyer based in Dallas, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1995. Mark A. Shank is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Dallas, Texas
- Arbitration
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Law Office of Mark Shank PLLC
Education: Southern Methodist University, LLM, graduated 1984, Southern Methodist University, graduated 1984, University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia), J.D., graduated 1979, and Missouri State University, B.S., graduated 1976
Location: Dallas, TX
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