Mark D. Hopson
About Mark D. Hopson
Mark D. Hopson is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. Mark D. Hopson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Litigation - Environmental
- Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
Current Firm: Sidley Austin LLP
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Washington, DC
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