Mark J. Favaloro

Mark J. Favaloro: Attorney with Favaloro Law Offices
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Gold Client Champion
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Biography

For the past 32 years, Mark Favaloro, an AV rated lawyer, the highest rating attainable from Martindale Hubbell, has been trying cases in the trial courts of the Commonwealths of Virginia and Massachusetts, as well as the United States District Courts and Courts of Appeal in the First and Fourth Circuits. FAVALORO LAW OFFICES had its roots in Massachusetts, being formed in 1992 and serving clients until Mark, his wife and 5 children moved to Virginia Beach in 2007. Mark practiced with a medical malpractice defense firm, followed by practicing at a plaintiffs' medical malpractice and personal injury law firm before reestablishing FAVALORO LAW OFFICES, with its principal offices in Virginia Beach, and a satellite office in Reading, Massachusetts.










For the past 14 years, in addition to his practice, Mark has served as a lecturer on issues of law to practicing attorneys, as well at to physicians and healthcare providers on issues relating to medical malpractice claims. From the outset of his practice, Mark has focused on helping injured plaintiffs, and those who have been neglected, and have suffered because of it.






Delta Theta Phi. Member, Scribes. Editor-in-Chief, New England Journal of Prison Law, 1980-1981. Member, New England Legal Services Project, 1979-1980. Member: Community Planning and Development Commission, Town of Reading, 1987-1990, Clerk, 1990, Chairman: Reading Master Plan Advisory Committee, 1987-1991. Chairman: Reading Legal Services Selection Committee, 1991. Member, Metropolitan Area Planning Council, 1991-1994. Chairman, Reading First Baptist Board of Trustees, 1990. Lecturer, Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education Series, 1991, Lecturer Virginia CLE and NBI, 2012- Pesent Member, I'Anson Hoffman Inn of Court, 2013- Present, Member Norfolk Portsmouth Bar Association, 2012 Present, Member, NPBA CLE Committee, 2010-2014, Member, Virginia Beach Bar Association, 2010 - Present, Member, American Association of Justice, 2012 - Present, Member Virginia Trial Lawyers Association 2011- Present.
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Areas of Practice (13)

  • Civil Litigation
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Personal Injury
  • Litigation
  • Accidents
  • Automobile Accidents
  • Automobile Negligence
  • Commercial Vehicle Liability
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Plaintiffs Personal Injury
  • Wrongful Death
  • Truck Accidents
  • Catastrophic Injury

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of New Hampshire, B.S., Administration, 1978
Law School Attended:
New England School of Law, J.D., 1981 Delta Theta Phi; New England School of Law, J.D., Scribes member; New England School of Law, J.D., New England Journal on Criminal and Civil Confinement; New England School of Law, J.D., Editor in Chief; Boston University School of Law, LL.M., 1987
Year of First Admission:
1982
Admission:
1982, Massachusetts; 2009, Virgina; U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia; U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit; U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit; U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts; 2009, Virginia
Memberships:

American Bar Association; Virginia Trial Lawyers Association; Virginia Bar Association; Virginia State Bar; Massachusetts Bar Association; Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys; Virginia Beach Bar Association; Norfolk/Portsmouth Bar Association (Member, Continuing Legal Education Committee); I'Anson-Hoffman American Inn of Court.

Birth Information:
Boston, Massachusetts, May 2, 1957
ISLN:
901108966
Hobbies & interests:
Throughout Mark's legal career, community service has always been a priority , through community and church service in the Town of Reading, Massachusetts, where he lived with his wife Robbin and their five children, and running his law office in the adjoining Town of North Reading.Upon moving with his family to Virginia Beach in 2007, Mark continued such service, presenting serving on ministry teams at Spring Branch Community Church and serving as Chairman of the ministry team of Capernaum, a division of Young Life. Capernaum ministers to the needs of physically and mentally challenged kids in Middle School and High School. This philosophy of community service, and seeing the consequences of injuries and setbacks, has led to a commitment and tenacity when fighting for the rights of his clients.Mark also is a member of TEAMHOYTVB, a running team consisting of runners and wheelchair athletes joining together to compete in road races, half marathons and marathons.

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
$200 - $300/hr
Contingency Fee
33% - 45%
Other Information
Free initial consultation

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (9 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 04/10/12 in Government

    First class professional and individual.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/07/12 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 03/27/12 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Associate on 03/26/12 in Medical Malpractice Defense

    Based upon my experience with Mark Favaloro, I would rank him as one of the best, well-rounded attorneys with whom I have practiced. He is very professional, competent and courteous, and he exbibits the highest degree of integrity.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/26/12 in Medical Malpractice

    Mark is a fine trial lawyer. He is always prepared and is unflappable. He shows his deep commitment to ethical practice and demonstrates his respect for the Bench and his opponents at the bar.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/26/12 in Personal Injury

    I was of counsel to Mark's firm for 15 years and found his legal and analytical skills to be exceptional. His rapport with clients was outstanding and I have complete confidence referring him clients who need assistance in his areas of practice.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/26/12 in Medical Malpractice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 03/24/12 in Real Estate Litigation

    Mark is a highly regarded and qualified lawyer. I have known him professionally for about 20 years.

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  • 4.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 04/20/12 in Litigation

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (19 reviews)

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (6 reviews)
Gold Client Champion

Mark is an excellent attorney. He is very responsive to any questions or concerns. I would highly recommend Mark.

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Contact Information:

757-929-7789  Phone

888-591-6129  Fax

www.markfavaloro.com

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