Mark A. Perez, Attorney at Law - Dallas, TX

Veteran Criminal Defense and Immigration Advocacy in Dallas

Facing criminal indictment or the threat of deportation demands a fearless attorney who understands the legal system from both sides of the courtroom. Located at 3300 Oak Lawn Avenue in the Oak Lawn district of Dallas, Mark A. Perez, Attorney at Law provides experienced, trial-tested representation for individuals facing serious Texas state and federal charges. Founded by attorney Mark Anthony Perez, a graduate of the University of Texas School of Law admitted to the Texas bar in 1989, the firm brings more than 35 years of legal experience to the courtroom. Having served as a Dallas County assistant district attorney before establishing his defense practice, attorney Perez knows how prosecutors evaluate evidence, structure indictments, and negotiate plea agreements.

High-Stakes Federal and State Criminal Defense

When prosecutors mobilize law enforcement resources against you, having a lawyer who will not sugar-coat reality or back down from trial is critical. When you need to hire an attorney with extensive jury trial experience, attorney Perez delivers formidable representation. Operating as seasoned criminal defense lawyers, the practice defends clients against high-exposure charges:

• Defense from experienced drug crime defense lawyers in federal narcotics conspiracy, interstate drug trafficking, and unlawful possession.
• Representation by violent crime defense lawyers in aggravated assault, armed robbery, domestic violence, manslaughter, and homicide allegations.
• Discreet and aggressive defense in complex internet sex crimes, statutory rape allegations, and aggravated sexual assault charges.
• Defense from theft and burglary defense lawyers in Medicare fraud, mail and wire fraud, money laundering, and embezzlement.
• Federal courtroom litigation across the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas.

By conducting thorough independent investigations, challenging unlawful search warrants, and exposing inconsistencies in police testimony, the practice fights tirelessly to achieve case dismissals, charge reductions, or acquittals.

Protecting Immigrants Against Deportation and Criminal Inadmissibility

For non-citizens, a criminal arrest in Texas carries consequences far beyond jail time, often triggering mandatory detention and permanent removal from the United States. As one of the few Dallas trial attorneys practicing both criminal litigation and federal immigration law, Mark A. Perez provides integrated defense strategies. Serving as dedicated immigration lawyers and deportation defense lawyers, the firm manages:

• Structuring criminal plea agreements to avoid immigration consequences, deportable aggravated felonies, and crimes involving moral turpitude (CIMT).
• Deportation defense and bond hearings before the Dallas Immigration Court (EOIR).
• Family-based green card petitions, consular processing, and provisional unlawful presence waivers.
• Representation in citizenship and naturalization proceedings for permanent residents with prior criminal records.

Respected Leadership in the Dallas Legal Community

Mark A. Perez is a past president of the Dallas Hispanic Bar Association and an active member of the Dallas Bar Association and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, attorney Perez and his dedicated staff ensure Spanish-speaking clients receive direct, clear communication without translation barriers.

Schedule a Free Initial Legal Consultation in Dallas

When your liberty, career, and family unity are on the line, choosing the right advocate makes all the difference. When you need to find a lawyer who will fight aggressively for your rights, contact Mark A. Perez, Attorney at Law today to schedule a free, confidential case evaluation.