Mark C. Post, Criminal Defense Attorney in Columbus, Georgia
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Dog Bites, and DUI/DWI · 5.0/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews
AttorneyatMark Post Law, LLC
Columbus, GA
Practicing criminal defense in Columbus since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 18 client reviews
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Mark C. Post is an attorney based in Columbus, GA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Dog Bites, and DUI/DWI. Mark has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mark Post Law, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
- Based in
- Columbus, GA
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Dog Bites · DUI/DWI
- Handles Criminal Defense, Dog Bites, and DUI/DWI matters from Columbus, GA.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mark C. Post: Mark C. Post is an attorney based in Columbus, GA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Dog Bites, and DUI/DWI. Mark has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mark Post Law, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mark C. Post
Mark concentrates on criminal defense, dog bites, dui/dwi, expungement, and federal crimes. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Dog Bites
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DUI/DWI
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Expungement
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Federal Crimes
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General
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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Wrongful Death
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Criminal Defense cases in Columbus, Georgia
Mark takes criminal defense matters in Columbus, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Dog Bites cases in Columbus, Georgia
Mark takes dog bites matters in Columbus, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Columbus, Georgia
Mark takes dui/dwi matters in Columbus, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Expungement cases in Columbus, Georgia
Mark takes expungement matters in Columbus, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Federal Crimes cases in Columbus, Georgia
Mark takes federal crimes matters in Columbus, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mark C. Post — Over 33 years of Georgia criminal defense experience
Mark C. Post is an attorney based in Columbus, GA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Dog Bites, and DUI/DWI. Mark has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mark Post Law, LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
In 2018, Mark Post Law, LLC, opened in Columbus, Georgia. Prior to opening this firm, Mark Post joined a Columbus, Georgia, law firm as a partner and owner. Mark served many clients during his time there sharing his wealth of legal knowledge and substantial experience in the field of complex litigation gained over many years trying cases before juries.
A skilled and accomplished litigator with over thirty years of experience, Mark has favorably concluded civil matters as plaintiff’s counsel involving negligently caused serious personal injury and wrongful death; premises liability; violation of civil rights; nuisance; and more. He has successfully defended those falsely accused of sexual offenses; served as criminal defense counsel in federal drug cases in which up to thirty-five defendants were indicted; skillfully litigated white collar criminal cases involving over a million dollars; and tried multiple co-defendant murder, armed robbery, and drug cases. Mark regularly handles criminal record correction or restriction (often referred to as expungement), petitions for removal from sex offender registries, and Retroactive First Offender petitions for those in need of assistance.
Mark graduated from Emory University with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and furthered his education at the University of Georgia School of Law receiving his law degree in 1992. He served twenty years as a State prosecutor, as an Assistant District Attorney and Chief Assistant District Attorney. He effectively handled more than five thousand cases as lead counsel which included receiving more than 100 verdicts in jury trials in Superior Court and a trial success rate of 98% over the last 13 years of his prosecutorial career.
Mark has experience as an appellate attorney as illustrated through the legal briefs he wrote and the arguments he made in over 50 cases that resulted in written appellate decisions from the Georgia Supreme Court and the Georgia Court of Appeals. These decisions include nine published Georgia Supreme Court decisions in murder cases. As a result, Mark keeps in mind the potential for appellate proceedings in addition to focusing on success at the litigation stage of legal proceedings.
In addition to practicing law, Mark is politically active, attends Cornerstone Baptist Church and serves the community as a member of various boards. He is married, has a daughter, son-in-law, two grandsons and a granddaughter.
OTHER ADMISSIONS, HONORS AND MEMBERSHIPS
• AV Preeminent attorney as rated by Martindale-Hubbell
• American Bar Association
• Columbus Bar Association
• National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
• Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Working with Mark on a criminal defense matter
In 2018, Mark Post Law, LLC, opened in Columbus, Georgia. Prior to opening this firm, Mark Post joined a Columbus, Georgia, law firm as a partner and owner. Mark served many clients during his time there sharing his wealth of legal knowledge and substantial experience in the field of complex litigation gained over many years trying cases before juries. A skilled and accomplished litigator with…
Who Mark represents
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, dog bites, and dui/dwi matters in Columbus and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Mark C. Post's legal education and bar admissions
University of Georgia
J.D. · 1992
Emory University
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
United States Distri
2015 · ACTIVE
United States Suprem
2014 · ACTIVE
United States Court
2014 · ACTIVE
United States Distri
2008 · ACTIVE
Georgia
1993 · ACTIVE
Supreme Court of Geo
1993 · ACTIVE
Georgia Court of App
1993 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in University of Georgia and B.A. in Emory University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in University of Georgia and B.A. in Emory University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Mark C. Post
Mark has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Mark C. Post's office in Columbus
Mark's primary office is at STE F, 3 Bradley Park Court, Columbus, GA, 31904. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Mark C. Post — 5.0/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Mark. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing criminal defense attorneys in Columbus.
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How to hire Mark C. Post — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Columbus, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark C. Post
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Columbus?
Mark is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mark will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mark?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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