Mark Schwab

About Mark

Mark Schwab is a seasoned trial attorney with a distinguished track record in high-stakes civil and criminal litigation across multiple jurisdictions. A graduate of the University of South Dakota School of Law, Mark began his legal career in New York City, where he spent eight years litigating complex matters involving construction law, commercial disputes, personal injury, multidistrict litigation, criminal defense, and administrative law. During that time, he developed a reputation for aggressive advocacy, strategic precision, and results-driven representation in both state and federal courts. After returning to his home region, Mark established a practice serving clients throughout North and South Dakota, with a focus on complex civil and criminal matters. He has represented major corporations and contractors in the oil and gas sector in both state and federal court, handling disputes involving multimillion-dollar construction claims, master service agreements, insurance indemnification, and bankruptcy clawback litigation. On the criminal side, Mark has successfully defended clients against serious felony charges in both state and federal court. He has secured the dismissal of numerous Class B and Class C felony charges in North Dakota, including cases involving alleged violence, fraud, and controlled substances. His track record reflects a deep understanding of prosecutorial tactics, evidentiary weaknesses, and strategic leverage-often resolving cases before trial through aggressive pretrial litigation or negotiation.

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