Mark Lane Family Law and Estate Planning Reviews

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Maegan Lynch

Mark Lane has been the best lawyer and friend to me in a difficult situation. He stayed in constant communication with me and had my best interest at heart. His entire team answers quickly at any questions I would ask. Great lawyer and great team!!

Jordan Henderson

He is a life saver! Literally. He handled my custody case with flying colors and the communication was always there either form him directly or his staff. No one wants to have to go through a custody battle, but Mark Lane made it easy! I feel bad for all the bad reviews because everyone I have sent to him has had a wonderful experience!

Mrs PD Foster

We would highly recommend Mark Lane's office to anyone going through a divorce or child custody case. Mark will definitely get the job done. Mark does not sugarcoat anything and will tell you exactly what to expect during your process. Mark has been our attorney for nine years because he has proven himself time after time. We would not trust anyone else with our family issues.

Stephanie Stewart

Mark is a ROCK STAR I WISH I COULD GIVE HIM 10 starts I was nervous in court and he made me feel sooo comfortable and he always responded when I emailed him and his team are amazing I would recommend him to anyone!!! I couldnt thank him enough... Please if you need an attorney use Mark Lane!!! He knows his stuff he is THE BEST ATTORNEY IN DFW!!!!

Charlotte Lynne

Thank you Mark Lane and his staff for all of the help and support during my Divorce case. It was a pleasure to have you all on my side! You were all so kind, and put me at ease during one of the worst things I have had to deal with. I HIGHLY recommend this office for ALL family case issues!

S. Haider

All talk no actions, did absolute nothing. Wasted time and one.

Mike Duke

HIGHLY RECOMMEND Mark Lane and his team! They are hardworking, and direct. Not much more you could ask for in an Attorney! You want someone that will fight for you, then this is the attorney for you!

Sara Jeffrey

I didn't even receive the state minimum visitation for my daughter. I believe, without a doubt that because my ex made more money than I did that maybe a deal with Mark Lane (my attorney) and my ex was made. I have 3 kids, I hired this attorney for my middle child, I have an older and younger child. I have never lost custody of any of my other children. Never convicted of a crime. I would give the advice to not use Mark unless you make more money than your ex.I was told I would get my daughter for 1 month (state minimum) for the summer. Summer came around, my ex came to pick up my daughter at what I thought at the time was early. I went back read the court papers, I get her for 2 weeks in the summer. I called Mark Lane's office that following Monda . The lady at the front desk was rude and hateful when I told her the reason for my call her response was, 'well you signed it.' I honestly dont know how to react to that. I was under the impression that we hire and pay an attorney because we need help and dont understand everything about this process. The worst thing I've done is hire Mark.

Jennifer Clark

Our case was not ordinary, nor was it easy. Mark and his entire team went above and beyond! Mark truly cares about the child. He is a tell it like it is Christian man that works his behind off for his clients. We absolutely love Ashley too! My entire family HIGHLY recommends Mark and his team. We can vouch he can handle the most unique and difficult cases. Thank you Mark Lane!

Cory Nichols

I highly recommend Mark Lane. He is honest, direct and gets the job done. If you want an attorney that will go above and beyond to help you in your case, he is the go to guy!

brianna ferron

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Mr. Lane and his staff are great, ive had no issues since he has been my attorney. Hes a tell it like it is guy, super sweet, goes to bat for his clients. Nothing but good things to say about him & his team! Thank you Mr. Lane & Everyone that has helped with my case.

Carli Hyde

Mark Lanes practice went above and beyond to help me and my family. Not only was his staff wonderful to me, Marks Knowledge of the law was exceptional and I always felt he made my case a priority. Mark was always accessible and always explained legal terms in a way I could understand. I never felt rushed with mark even when we were in court. Do not look any further Mark Lane Family Law is who you hire! Blessed to have found such a lovely man who has true passion to helping others in need.

Bill Butler

Leaving a review for Mark Lane is a pleasure. I attended a seminar for estate planning that a friend told me about. Mr. Lanes knowledge was quite impressive. I hired him to do my will and completely set up the documents I needed to protect my family. He was always available with questions. Hes direct and to the point, but also shows genuine concern for my future. I would highly recommend.

Donna Thomas

Thank you Mark Lane for helping me with my difficult case. He is more than just an attorney . He cares about his clients. His office is quick to respond and always has your best interest. We had a open line of communication all the way through. He answered all my questions and was really tough in court. He can seem strong at times and even a little rude, but don't let it offend you, when you really get to know him you will find out that's just his personality and it comes in handy in court.

Layne Dakota

I used Mark Lane for a child custody case and he made sure to fight for me and my child, If I ever need an attorney again for a family matter I will for sure be coming back to his office for his help! Thank you for helping me during such a difficult time!

Jeff Jones

This lawyer could be called a thief. Told me what he could do and quite simply cant do it....or wont do it. I have asked for an invoice and a full and complete update 4 times in the past 6 weeks....I got nothing in return. I heard nothing from him for months and then has the stones to ask for more money. Ok so I give the benefit of the doubt and give more money then more nothing from this shyster. He is a hack with no stones. If he responds to this post then I will post the evidence that I have that he doesnt do what he says. Mr. Lane you should be embarrassed of yourself but I know your not. Your overhead is your problem not mine. Those girls that work for you deserve better though they wont get it from you. There area 1000 better attorneys than this one. Do NOT give this hack your money.

Amber Duke

Our experience was not that great. Not on top of our case or Documents. Never hear from him or his team. Then he acted as a mediator and not our defender which is why I hired a lawyer in first place. To be defended in court. Been a week and still haven't received the sign documents that his office is supposed to send

Crissy Orton

I have used Mark Lane law office on more than one occasion. I have experienced five star service. Him and his staff care about you and whats going on in your life. They helped me through the worst time in my life, and I dont know where Id be without them. They Worked diligently to help sort out the unbelievable hurtles in my life. I would recommend Mark Lane law office to anyone and everyone.

Hannah Fergusson

Mark was my rock, through the most devistating time in my life. He so graciously helped my family navigate the legal battle. His wonderful sense of humor easier the pain. Plus he protect my family and future. He is the best Attorney money can buy. Thank you so much Mark for helping our family. Hannah.

Taylor Durham

Best attorney in the area! I used Mark for my divorce case, and I can say that I have zero complaints about him or his staff. When I had questions, they were answered. When I was worried, they would ensure me that it was going to be just fine. Im not sure what all of these bad reviews are about, seems as if some people are just bitter and want a reason to complain but I am very satisfied with my experience and I am happy that I chose this firm to handle my case. I definitely will recommend Mark to anyone that needs legal help! Thank you for all that you did!

Doyal Gilbert

We hired Mark to take care of a child custody issue we were having. Mark moved our case to the county WE lived in. He attempted to try mediation for us, but ex didn't cooperate. Mark showed up prepared for every court date we had. He was transparent and accessable throughout our year long battle. In the end our son got what he wanted. We are very great full to Mark for all his hard work and dedication to our family.

Rachel Laurel

I hired Mark Lane to help me when my husband started spending all of our money buying his mistress expensive shoes, clothes, purses & a new apartment. All while our kids were doing without. Mr. lane had integrity when it comes to taking care of kids. He did npt let my ex get away with it! I couldnt pay all of my bill, but I tried. His staff said just to do what I could and if I couldnt they wouldnt hold it against me. The office staff is very helpful.

Sheila Tiere

My husband and I hired Mr. Lane after attending his estate planning seminar. He was really compassionate and patient with us and our 1000 questions. He completed our wills and trust, we feel so much better about our future and our kids & grandkids future. Thank you Mark Lane & staff.

Angela Martin

Mark is really getting dissed on google, seems weird to me. Mark was my attorney for my divorce and it went down exactly the way he said it would. I love his staff and his approach to protecting kids. I have referred many of my friends to him since.

John Frost

Could not be happier with my attorney. He has done everything I asked with my divorce, especially around my kids and their safety. My ex is not going to get away with her compulsive lying any more. The staff was helpful and nice. You might have to wait a day or so to get a call back, but I guess thats court for you. I knew that going in, since its in the policys i signed.

Colby Cobb

I'm posting this at 11:30 PM October 25th. Sometimes I have a hard time sleeping at night because I lay in bed and think about how this man completely ripped me off. I gave Mark Lane $8,500 yes that's correct 8 thousand 5 hundred dollars for a custody case. I showed this man numerous and numerous texts and calls of my daughter mom being completely insane sending me and my family death threats. So then when it's time for court I find out that he is great friends with her lawyer and basically just took my case for the money and never even tried to fight for me. I paid Marl Lane $8,500 and he wanted more, that's all he was worried about. ****DO NOT GO TO THIS GREEDY MAN****

Brenda Foley

He ripped me off $2800. Its been 2 yrs but i still think about it. I would call and no answer back. Ask for my money back and front office said my money was spent. Never went to court.

Kyle Stewart

If your looking for a good divorce lawyer, this is your guy. He got me every thing I wanted and he made it look easy.

Ryan A...

BE AWARE!!!!!!!! Please....I hired mark lane during a custody case and was charged over 4,900.00 in 7 days from hire! He never appeared in court for my case at all in the 7 days... He never filed an objection. Subpoenas. Etc.. He didnt even show up for a hearing and i was also never informed of it happening! After it all expired. His firm said he couldnt be there and never even told me it was occuring.. Fact Two very respectful lawyers have said this entire situation from start to stop is un heard of and so wrong in so many ways... ON TOP OF THAT.. What i was told by mark lane himself was my children's mother is dating fred couch. Please look this name up and mark lane said he's not a bad guy!! I was concerned bc i googled this person and there was HUNDREDS of post of this man and non where good..impersonating a police officer. Alleged assaults etc... LIST GOES ON AN ON.. Etc... You gotta read up on this and do your own research. its scary!!! The most important thing to take from this is..If you are emotional an upset from your case and say something he will use it against you. I made a statement that is being used against me out of context...Fact... Its happening to me and I'm living it right now.I didnt even know this was going on until a friend told me that they heard it from another lawyer that mark lane was gonna to break client confidentially... And that lawyer has known me for years and said im a good father! FactI fired mark lane and 24hours later he charged me over a 1000 dollars after i fired him. Fact.. After mark lane being fired he sent me a 2 page letter and statement from him after firing him to prove it..In this letter mark lane only descrided negative things about me and telling me he doesnt have to follow client confidentially anymore bc of my emotions n feelings from all the stress my custody case is bringing up...I was upset with the judicial system in which he told me was understandable when it comes to your kids but then he is doing this to me. (His Statement was prior to hire)Ive NEVER been arrested, charged or accused of ever harming someone in my entire life! Never been charged with anything at all..Just be very careful.. Ive never met a lawyer until mark lane that wouldn't protect his clients even if they are upset at the representation paid for...He is reporting me to the authorities for making a statement and taking it out of context for my feelings he was not doing his job!!! This lawyer is trying to get me charged with something!! Please please please be aware..My statements are factual and i want people to see what can happen if you hire mark lane.There is loop holes in everything and mark lane used it against his own client.. I'm prepared for mark lanes repercussions if this post helps others....Mark lane I pray you will change your approach to people needing legal representation that feel upset at your services! Don't punish people for being upset with you! PEOPLE BE AWARE! I pray no one has to go through what I have by hiring mark lane..

Kathy Murr

Mark is very professional and to the point. Amazing in my court case. Thank you mark.

Kelly Ryan

Mark was a great help in my case and kept me informed every step of the process. Thank you

Jennifer Shepherd

Professional & Competent. Mark Lane and his office have handled my custody issues in a timely manner with great legal advice and a large amount of grace in difficult situations for our family. Highly recommend.

Jennifer Moulder

I used Mark Lane almost 8 years ago for my custody battle. I had to write this because there are so many bad comments. He was the best blessing that we could have hoped for. In the consultation he laid every expectation that we had out and he told us if he would be able to meet them. He said that it would take time and money (as this is how the court system and custody battles go) but that he would be able to help. We fought this battle for a little under a year and it was almost 20k but HE DID EVERYTHING HE SAID THAT HE WOULD. He was wonderful throughout the whole process. He stood up for me and cared about my situation. Once my x terminated his rights he got me to another attorney for the best interest of the child and finished very quickly. I have referred many to him over the years and the first thing that I say is that he is expensive but he is the best. You can not get the best of anything at the cheapest price. You get what you pay for. It was the best decision I ever made to hire him. Thank you again Mark!!!

Flip Well

Great guy and was a huge game changer with my family matter.

Debra Lane

Mark is a great attorney. He has helped me with 2 cases against my ex. His staff was more than helpful with everything that happened with my case. I've read some of the reviews on here. Sounds like someone didn't get their way and blames everyone else. Sounds like my ex husband. Maybe it is my ex-husband. BTW I am a real client, not a friend of a friend of a friend. I am actually at Mark's office gladly doing a review for him --Betty

Justin Schwanbeck

Mark and his office ultimately helped me get what I wanted for my son which is more stability for him. Mark is a personable guy and has good insight. His staff is all very kind. Mark is a bulldog and will fight for his clients. Having said that I need to let everyone know I have came back and edited my rating for his office and decreased it. My ex and I agreed in mediation for our new order. Marks office continually keeps writing a incorrect order and multiple revisions have had to be made to it. I am paying high dollar for their services. I expect high dollar service and my attorney and his office to get things done correctly the first time in return. That has not been the case.

C B

Mark Lane is finishing-up my divorce case. He has been a true professional. Ive read so many reviews here that put him down for a number of things - not returning calls, not getting what the client wanted, etc. If I may, Id like to offer perspective on these things, based on my experiences with Mr. Lane and his office:First, some background. Im finalizing a divorce where I ended up losing an animal that was so very important to me. My wife chose to use my dog as a ploy to hurt me during this divorce process, and I will no longer ever see the little guy that helped me keep my sanity on many dark and horrible nights. Having said that, Mark also negotiated a settlement for me that keeps my head well above water financially in a time where I most need it. What Im trying to illustrate to you is this: I lost something precious to me during this divorce. It kills me emotionally. However, its not Mark Lanes fault. I have a role to play in how my life turns out and I accept my portion of responsibility for my marriage and its outcome. Its true that it can be difficult to reach Mr. Lane. However, and this is my personal opinion, Mark is not the kind of attorney that is a hand-holder or a coddler. Make no mistake, that doesnt mean that he doesnt care about you or your case. But it does mean that for some folks, his no-nonsense, lets-just-handle-this approach, can be off-putting. If you need someone to console you constantly and hold your hand, Id suggest finding another attorney. However, and again this is my opinion, most of those attorneys that are hand-holders are also the ones that may tend to tell you what you want to hear. Why? Because divorce or any family law situation is excruciating at best. Theres simply no way to predict what you will get and theres nothing good about the process. The best you can hope for is to survive and come out a better person on the other side. Its your life. You have to own the good, the bad, and the ugly. Dont ever expect to pay someone a sum of money to simply make your problems go away. If you can understand that, youll never find a better attorney. To sum up my review, I wanted to say thank you to Mark Lane and his staff. I wrote this review so that others who need an attorney - the best attorney you can get, in my opinion - would know Mr. Lanes style and his abilities. And, frankly, I felt it necessary to provide a sense of perspective on all the bad reviews he has received.

Stacy Vetter

Mark Lane is THE BEST Lawyer! He has helped me so many times I lost count! Every time I needed him he was (and still is) there for me. Mark has always given me the best advice and he is a lawyer that actually cares. Also, his staff is amazing!! Thank you MARK!

kait davis

Mark is an ass! But a HIGHLY recommended ass! Who the hell wants a polite attorney? Grow up. Hes brutally honest and quick with his answers. He cuts through your bs and your opopnets. Youd be a fool not to hire him.

Steve Anderson

Mark and his staff are awesome, as stated in the title. For 8 years i have been in the parental legal system. Upon finding Mark, I contacted his office and from the day I did till we just wrapped up our first round Mark and his staff have been caring, honesty (even when I didn't like what I heard), fair, realistic and most of all they put mine and my family's needs first. Through every facet of this process they have been able and willing to keep me centered on the actual issues at hand... not an easy task. I have never felt as if he or his staff did not have my best interest at heart. To have my attorney and his expertise, make no mistake he know his chosen profession, in my corner and to have my back made a very difficult situation easier to deal with. Mark and team, Thank you for all you have done and continue to do! I will not stop referring and I will not stop thanking you!

willena Brumfield

Wonderful firm! They were extremely helpful and did everything they could immediately. I couldn't have had a better experience anywhere else

Kristine Dohner

I am not going into detail. All I can say is that in my opinion he isn't even worth the one star. I have two friends that hired him, paid tons of money and regret having him as their attorney. He did not do them any favors. Read all the bad reviews on him and believe them.

Crystal Pinzon

Be careful they make up a lot of fictitious charges. When you try to terminate their services and they say theyll call you the next day, you call back a week or two later and again they tell you theyll call back. Guess whos paying $40 for each of those phone calls? And youre paying for some of the worst phone etiquette youll ever run across. If you were able to marry and have babies with a person you can put your egos aside long enough to have a civil conversation and agree on circumstances. Then just go divorce for $200 online. This needs to be a dying industry. Thats all.

Marius Santana

Mark handled my custody case like a true professional. My ex wanted to cut my time with my daughter because I had sought a lower child support payment. Mark went in and got me full custody! My ex apparently had a lot of skeletons I didn't know about. Mark conducted himself professionally and his office did the same.

Beverly K&A

I used Mark Lane in 2009 he was an awesome make it happen lawyer.I was fighting for my 3 year old nephew that was not in the best place at the time.My nephew is 11 years old now straight A student in gifted and talented classes. I owe that to Mark he did everything he could to get us custody. THANK YOU MARK! Every lawyer out there is expensive, and charges fees here and there.Call around your looking at $5000 plus for any lawyer to help you. my advice to you is to call around and get pricing on different lawyers, and see what they're going to do for you. Then call Mark ,and see the difference in what his prices are ,and how he's going to fight for you. Mark might be a little more expensive but he's going to get more done for you. Good luck to all that are needing a lawyer right now may God bless you, and be with you. May he hold you in your time of need.GOD bless!

manny bazan

The worst lawyer! Never responded to emails never called back !

Amanda Cox

Mark Lane is a Christian man that provided understanding and relief during a difficult time in my family's life. I've used him several times and continue to use him today. I refer people to him when given the chance. Thank you Mark for being so great at what you do!!!

Bekah schultheis

If there was a negative star I would choose that. If you want to hire a arrogant man who has no regard for your case Mark Lane is your man! I hired him to defend my Son in a case. He pressured me to pay him a down payment the day of the consult. Should have been my first clue he operates like a 3rd rate con man. once he got my Sons money he refused to answer or return calls. His staff was disorganized and misinformed. The simplest of procedures were grossly mishandled. I cant begin to describe the helpless feeling of knowing the person who was supposed to be helping you and advocate for you in a life changing legal circumstance absolutely has no concern for your situation! The final straw was his assistant Hailey told my Son his presence wasn't needed in court that Mr. Lane would be there. Days after court my Son tried to contact Mr. Lane to find out outcome. Mr. Lane of course never would respond. When we called the court we found out Mr. Lane DIDN'T EVEN SHOW UP FOR COURT! Resulting in a Warrant for My Son! When we checked with the court he had never even filed with the court as his attorney. He then later sent a fake copy of a letter to me saying he did file. What a joke. We are educated, honest people and his misconduct and negligence was absolutely shocking! I think he pays people to sprinkle so good reviews on sites. All the reviews of how hateful and negligent he is are the TRUE reviews. I can not figure out how his license hasn't been revoked yet. People you need to contact the bar and report this man that thinks he is above reproach in taking advantage of people who put their trust in him.

Julie Dawson

First off let me start by saying Mark Lane did his job and I was divorced within 3 months. He did what I paid him to do and all the while he was pleasant and helpful every time I spoke with him. However his staff is a whole other story. They were helpful when I had questions or concerns for the most part. I paid my entire retainer off about a month after I hired him which was August 2017 in Sept they drafted my checking account $400. When I called them they said they had forgotten to take me off the list for the payment plan. Ok I understand that, I told them just send me a check. Well the check took almost two weeks to get to me, and mind you I am now a single mother raising two kids, $400 is a lot of money to me. When I received the check it was a signed BLANK check. Not even my name was written on it. Im a honest person so I called them and they said just make it for $400 and cash it, which I did. (How does that happen??) So here we are in December and AGAIN they debited my checking account another $400 on December 20th, just in time for Christmas. This time when I called I was pretty upset, and told them this was unacceptable and I needed my money back ASAP. The girl I spoke with was not very apologetic and stated the computers were down so there was nothing at that moment they could do. She was suppose to call me back the next morning, there was no call...I had to call them. I have called a few times and you could tell they were sick of hearing from me.....so here it is December 30th and I still do not have a check in hand. Oh and they stated they had taken me off the list the first time it happened, well I guess they did because I was not debited in October or November but I guess someone needed some Christmas money because it happened in December....just a thought! So the 2 stars are because his staff kinda sucks. Thank you girls for making my Christmas so special!

Linda Casey

Years ago, I hired Mark Lane to defend me in criminal matter. Being young and naive about the system, I lucked out in being referred to this attorney. The cases were dismissed by the judge, thrown out for lack of evidence in Tarrant County. At that time, he was just starting out in his career so I can only imagine how much better of a lawyer he is today. I am sorry for all those who have negative comments. All I can say is you have to be absolutely, brutally honest about every detail with the attorney you hire. You hire him to be on your side. Do not leave out any details that can hurt you in court. Grateful my life was not ruined at such a young age, thanks to Mark Lane. No felonies on my record.

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