
Mark D Leighton, Personal Injury Attorney in Rockville, Connecticut
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp · 4.8/5 rating from 19 verified client reviews
Of CounselatLeighton, Katz & Drapeau
Rockville, CT
Practicing personal injury in Rockville since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 19 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Mark D Leighton is an of counsel based in Rockville, CT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp. Mark has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leighton, Katz & Drapeau. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
- Based in
- Rockville, CT
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Real Estate · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp matters from Rockville, CT.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mark D Leighton: Mark D Leighton is an of counsel based in Rockville, CT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp. Mark has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leighton, Katz & Drapeau. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Rockville
Mark concentrates on personal injury, real estate, 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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Real Estate
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Workers Comp
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Personal Injury cases in Rockville, Connecticut
Mark takes personal injury matters in Rockville, Connecticut. 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.
Real Estate cases in Rockville, Connecticut
Mark takes real estate matters in Rockville, Connecticut. 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 Rockville, Connecticut
Mark takes workers comp matters in Rockville, Connecticut. 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 D Leighton, personal injury attorney serving Rockville
Mark D Leighton is an of counsel based in Rockville, CT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp. Mark has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leighton, Katz & Drapeau. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 19 client reviews. Mark works from Rockville, Connecticut and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Mark D Leighton is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, real estate. Mark received a B.A. degree from Westfield State College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Mark practices at Leighton, Katz & Drapeau in Rockville, CT and 2 others locations.
How Mark handles personal injury matters
Mark D Leighton is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, real estate. Mark received a B.A. degree from Westfield State College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Mark practices at Leighton, Katz & Drapeau in Rockville, CT and 2 others locations.
The kind of cases Mark takes
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, real estate, and workers comp matters in Rockville and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
Western New England College School of Law
J.D. · 1980
Westfield State College
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Connecticut
1981 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1980 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in Western New England College School of Law and B.A. in Westfield State College.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in Western New England College School of Law and B.A. in Westfield State College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mark's legal honors and published work
Mark has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
Tolland County, Connecticut and Massachusetts Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Mark D Leighton's office in Rockville
Mark's primary office is at 20 E. Main St., Rockville, CT, 06066. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Mark D Leighton — 4.8/5 rating from 19 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 personal injury attorneys in Rockville.
4.8
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How to hire Mark D Leighton — 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 Rockville, Connecticut
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 D Leighton
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 Connecticut 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 Rockville?
Mark is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut 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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