About Mark

Passion. Experience. Diligence.

Attorney

Mark F. Hampton

Mr. Hampton is an Arkansas native born and raised in the Natural State. His mother was a school teacher for 32 years, and his father was Deputy Director for the Office of Economic Opportunity for the State of Arkansas. Both had a hand in developing Mr. Hampton’s character and his use of common sense in practicing law.


Mark has developed a keen approach to evaluating each case on its own facts and circumstances. Each case is unique and must be evaluated on its merits. Each person has their own unique path they walked to get them where they find themselves. From investigations involving the President of the United States down to misdemeanor drug offenses, Mark takes pride in doing the best job he can for each client.

Professional Background

Solo Practitioner

1991-Present


Associate at Wallace, Dover, and Dixon, P.A.

1986-1990


Law Clerk for the Honorable Floyd J. Lofton, Circuit Judge, 6th Judicial District, Pulaski County, Arkansas

1985

Notable Acheivements

• 2010 - Named as a Top Criminal Defense Lawyer for Arkansas (Super Lawyers Magazine)


• 2010 - Key Note Speaker at International Business Institute Seminar


• 2000 - Founding Member of Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Legal Assistant

Marietta Alphin

Ms. Alphin is an Arkansas native, born and raised in Northeast Arkansas. She has lived in the Little Rock area for approximately the last forty years. Ms. Alphin attended Southern Technical College in Little Rock and graduated in the Legal Office Administration Program in 1992. Then in 1993 she graduated from the Legal Assistant Program. She was certified as a Legal Assistant in 1994. Ms. Alphin has worked closely with Mr. Hampton as his personal legal assistant since December 1996.

Education

Southern Technical College

Legal Office Administration, 1992


Southern Technical College

Legal Assistant, 1993

How Mark Can Help

Areas of Expertise

  • Drug Offenses

    Mark has 26 years of experience representing hundreds of clients in both federal and state drug cases, from major drug conspiracies to misdemeanor marijuana charges. Mark evaluates each case on its own merits, and vigorously attacks the issues. He is adept at proving the illegality of searches and seizures, and also at minimizing punishment.

  • White Collar Crime

    Mark has had a significant number of federal and state cases involving wire fraud, mail fraud, bribery, extortion, and money laundering. These cases require complex analysis. With the aid of his experienced paralegal, Mark can analyze the case against you and properly evaluate the potential success of a trial. He will rely upon his experience and understanding of the law to strive for a successful plea if a jury trial or bench trial is not an option. 

  • Homicide, Battery Offenses

    Homicide, kidnapping and battery charges: These cases require a significant amount of investigation and critical evaluation of forensic evidence. Mark's network of forensic experts, polygraph examiners, and criminal profilers ensure the best possible defense in these situations.

  • Parole Release

    In executive clemency and shortened parole periods, Mark has a record of success. Although these are difficult situations and are at the discretion of the Arkansas Department of Corrections, Mark's arguments have persuaded the parole board and the governor’s office to release individuals early from their expected parole eligibility date.

  • Appeals and Post-Conviction Release

    Mark's office is affiliated with one of the finest appellant attorneys in the state, Professor J. T. Sullivan. With experience spanning five states and the US Supreme Court, Professor Sullivan has had tremendous success with direct appeals and post-conviction relief both in state and federal proceedings.