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Mark Schamel

Mark Schamel

USA 2026

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Venable LLP
 Venable LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

District of Columbia

9 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Mark Schamel represents individuals and corporations in white collar criminal defense, government investigations, and complex civil litigation matters. Mark has broad experience trying criminal cases in state and federal courts and handling matters across the country. He has represented companies and individuals in expansive fraud cases, as well as a range of traditional criminal cases, bet-the-company investigations, and litigations. High-profile clients who are facing serious charges and media scrutiny often turn to Mark for representation because of his impressive track record of shutting down prosecutions before they become public.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - District of Columbia

Band 5
Individual Editorial
Mark Schamel of Venable LLP is frequently called upon to handle criminal trials and complex enforcement proceedings involving the DOJ and SEC.
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Strengths

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  • Mark is a forceful litigator, very passionate for his clients and has achieved number of good results in complex cases.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA

  • Mark is a great and super aggressive trial lawyer, a go-to lawyer for individuals who are in trouble and want to go to war with the government.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA

  • Good judgement and someone who is not afraid to go toe-to-toe with the government.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA

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