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Richard G. Mark
Assistant General Counsel/Of Counsel Minneapolis
- E rmark@taftlaw.com
- T (612) 977-8488
- F (612) 977-8650
Summary
Rick is a member of the litigation practice and focuses on legal malpractice defense. He has served as lead counsel in numerous matters involving defense of legal malpractice claims.
Prior to the combination between Taft and Briggs and Morgan, Rick Mark served as Briggs' general counsel and was president from 2002-2007.
Before joining the firm, Rick handled civil and criminal litigation for the Minnesota attorney general’s office. As the assistant solicitor general, Rick was responsible for major civil and criminal litigation for the state.
Awards
Attorney of the Year, Minnesota Lawyer, 2010
Local Litigation Star, Benchmark Litigation, 2018-19
Education
- University of Minnesota Law School (1971)
- University of Minnesota (1968)
Admissions
- State - Minnesota
- Federal - U.S. Supreme Court
- Federal - 8th Circuit Court of Appeals
- Federal - District of Minnesota
News
Benchmark names Taft a “Highly Recommended Firm”; Honors Taft Litigation Attorneys in Indiana, Minnesota, and Ohio News
Eight Attorneys Ranked by Benchmark Litigation
Professional Affiliations
- Hennepin County Bar Association
Member
- Minnesota State Bar Association
Member
- American Bar Association
Member
- Fund for the Legal Aid Society
Emeritus Director