Legal Expertise You Can Rely On

 Mark J. Andersen, an attorney with over two decades of legal experience, embarked on his legal career in 1997. In his initial eight years, Mark served as a prosecutor, handling a wide spectrum of cases, from minor traffic offenses to the most serious homicide cases, within the Maricopa County and Pinal County Attorney’s Offices. Since 2006, Mark has focused his practice on Criminal Defense. Furthermore, Mark also served as a Special Master (Pro Tem Judge) at the Pinal County Superior Court from 2014 to 2020. 

 
Mark, a seasoned criminal defense attorney, adeptly handles a wide spectrum of criminal cases, spanning from minor civil traffic infractions and photo radar violations to the most serious charges. His expertise encompasses defending clients facing DUI charges, in all their variations, as well as complex cases such as Vehicular Manslaughter, Domestic Violence Assaults, Disorderly Conduct, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Assault, Sexual Exploitation of Minors, Indecent Exposure, and offenses involving the possession and distribution of narcotics and dangerous drugs in both federal and state courts. Mark is equally skilled in addressing cases involving guns and weapons misconduct, trafficking, Thefts of Means of Transportation, Robbery, Burglary, Carjacking, Endangerment, Aggravated Assaults, Forgeries, Taking Identity of Another, Fraudulent Schemes and Artifices, Illegal Entry, Illegal Reentry, Illegal Alien Smuggling, and Homicides across several counties in Arizona. 

Mark has tried (as a first-chair attorney) over seventy-five jury trials in Arizona. This extensive experience equips him to effectively evaluate the feasibility of a defense strategy and the strength of the Government's evidence. 

When you choose to work with Mark J. Andersen, you're not just hiring a name; you're securing his personal commitment to your case. Mark is dedicated to keeping his clients informed and engaged throughout every step of the legal process.

Many individuals who initially have a public defender assigned to their criminal case eventually turn to Mark's services. This decision often arises from a common concern shared by his clients who previously relied on public defenders: a sense of being overlooked and uninformed. These clients often felt disconnected from the progress of their cases and questioned the effectiveness of their public defenders' advocacy. Mark, drawing from his experiences as a prosecutor where he collaborated with many public defenders, maintains strong relationships with several of them. It's crucial to acknowledge that most public defenders are highly competent and dedicated professionals. However, their overwhelming caseloads can severely restrict their capacity to offer personalized attention to each case.

In his role as a private criminal defense attorney, Mark intentionally manages his caseload at a level that ensures he can provide the individualized attention his clients rightly deserve. This deliberate approach enables him to deliver meticulously prepared defenses tailored to each unique case. Mark passionately emphasizes, "I genuinely care about the individuals I represent, and I consistently strive for exceptional outcomes in every case I handle."