Mark Christian Somers, Personal Injury Attorney in Rochester, New York
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp
PartneratBronk & Somers, P.C.
Rochester, NY
Practicing personal injury in Rochester since 1996.
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- Years practicing
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Mark Christian Somers is a partner based in Rochester, NY. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. Mark has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bronk & Somers, P.C..
- Based in
- Rochester, NY
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · SSD · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp matters from Rochester, NY.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mark Christian Somers: Mark Christian Somers is a partner based in Rochester, NY. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. Mark has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bronk & Somers, P.C..
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Rochester
Mark concentrates on personal injury, ssd, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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SSD
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Workers Comp
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Personal Injury cases in Rochester, New York
Mark takes personal injury matters in Rochester, New York. 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.
SSD cases in Rochester, New York
Mark takes ssd matters in Rochester, New York. 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.
Workers Comp cases in Rochester, New York
Mark takes workers comp matters in Rochester, New York. 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
Mark Christian Somers, personal injury attorney serving Rochester
Mark Christian Somers is a partner based in Rochester, NY. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. Mark has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bronk & Somers, P.C.. Mark works from Rochester, New York and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Mark Somers has over twenty three years of experience in Workers’ Compensation. He has handled thousands of workers’ compensation cases, including claims requiring testimony from injured workers, witnesses, private investigators and medical doctors on both sides. Mark’s extensive experience has earned him the respect of his legal colleagues, his clients, and the Workers’ Compensation Law Judges. He uses his experience to obtain excellent results for his clients every day. Mark has been a frequent presenter at numerous legal seminars and Continuing Legal Education programs. As a presenter, he has taught other attorneys about important legal issues in the Workers’ Compensation Law, including the 2007 Amendments, the Medical Treatment Guidelines, and the 2013 Permanency Guidelines. Mark’s goal is to help his clients through a system that is often made more complicated than it needs to be. He knows that living through an injury is difficult for both the injured worker and the worker’s family. To make the legal process as easy as possible, he explains the law in simple terms and provides practical and experienced advice to guide his clients.
Working with Mark on a personal injury matter
Mark Somers has over twenty three years of experience in Workers’ Compensation. He has handled thousands of workers’ compensation cases, including claims requiring testimony from injured workers, witnesses, private investigators and medical doctors on both sides. Mark’s extensive experience has earned him the respect of his legal colleagues, his clients, and the Workers’ Compensation Law Judges.…
Who Mark represents
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, ssd, and workers comp matters in Rochester and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
State University of New York at Buffalo
J.D. · 1995
St. Bonaventure University
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
New York
1996 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and B.A. in St. Bonaventure University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and B.A. in St. Bonaventure University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Mark Christian Somers's office in Rochester
Mark's primary office is at The Park at Allens Creek, 110 Allens Creek Rd., Rochester, NY, 14618. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bronk & Somers, P.C.
The Park at Allens Creek, 110 Allens Creek Rd.
Rochester, NY 14618
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How to hire Mark Christian Somers — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury 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 personal injury attorney in Rochester, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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 personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark Christian Somers
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a personal injury 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 personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in New York typically take?
Simple personal injury 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 Rochester?
Mark is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York 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 personal injury 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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