About Mark A. Bank

Mark Bank’s legal career has focused on complex matrimonial matters for more than 25 years. Every year since 2009, he has been named as one of the “Top 100 Lawyers in Michigan” by Michigan Super Lawyers. Annually, he has been listed by his peers in Best Lawyers in America as “one of the top family law attorneys” in the country, and in Michigan Super Lawyers as one of the premier family law attorneys in Michigan. He is also a Fellow in the nationally distinguished American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, where he serves as the Co-Chairperson of the Continuing Legal Education Committee. He has been elected as a Diplomate of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers (which has only 100 members nationwide).

He is admitted to practice in Michigan, Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. He has also been engaged to handle divorce cases around the country, having been admitted pro hac vice in Florida, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, and Illinois.

Since 1998 he has been an Adjunct Professor of Law at the Michigan State University College of Law where he teaches Domestic Relations and Matrimonial Practice. He has also served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Detroit-Mercy School of Law where he taught Family Law.

Mark Bank is a graduate of the University of Michigan, with distinction, and the George Washington University National Law Center. He has been on the Board of Governors of the University of Michigan Alumni Association of Greater Detroit and the Donor Advisory Board of Children’s Hospital of Michigan. He currently serves on the Friends Committee of the University of Michigan Department of Urology through which he raises funds for prostate cancer research. He is also a Trustee of the Bloomfield Hills Schools Board of Education.

Publications include: Michigan Property Division Law and Analysis, Beyond Rinvelt: Where Do Prenuptials Agreements Go From Here?, The Uncertain State of Michigan Equitable Distribution Law Post Reeves, and The Initial Consultation with Your Divorce Attorney: What to Expect When You Don’t Know What to Expect.

In addition, he is a regular lecturer, having delivered the following: Separate Property Update, Dividing Retirement Benefits: Dueling Checklists that Every Negotiation Must Include, Income vs. Cash Flow When Calculating Support, Psychological Evaluations in Custody Cases, Evidence by the Rules from the Experts, Another Look at Separate Property Theory, Often Overlooked Issues When Drafting Property Settlement Provisions, Handling Separate Property Claims in Michigan, The State of Equitable Distribution Law in Michigan, Presenting Spousal Support Claims (Without Guidelines), and Domestic Relations Bar Review for Michigan Bar Examination.

Mark Bank has been married since 1993, and resides in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan with his wife and two sons.

 

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Divorce
Posted by Linda
April 25, 2023
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My situation did not follow the guidelines of winning or not winning. Mark Bank did a thorough and professional investigation into all transactions and found that there was insufficient funds available for this divorce settlement. I highly recommend Mark and his assistants who were involved in this process.

Family Law
Posted by Anne
July 28, 2022
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Mark took our case to help us protect our grandchildren by filing a visitation request when custody was in dispute between their divorced parents. At the time, they were being harmed in the home of their father and stepmother. As grandparents, no else thought we should even be asking to see the children since the standard for visitation for grandparents is so high. Mark took the time to look at why we felt we met that standard, and why we felt visitation was essential to keep them safe. Mark not only got us visitation, but was able to show why neither parent could lovingly, safely or financially take care of them. In the end, the judge gave custody to neither parent and determined the best placement for the children was with us. The judgement gave us sole physical and sole legal custody.

 
Divorce
Posted by Michael
June 24, 2022
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Sophisticated and aggressive but practical and responsive. Mark lived up to his reputation. Highly recommend.

Divorce
Posted by Luke
April 19, 2022
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When I began working my way through my divorce I had no idea what to do nor what to expect. Mark and his team provided gave me education, guidance and support to make this emotional and unpredictable experience as painless as possible. When I first met with Mark, he said "You and I are always going to focus on what we want the end of this process to look like for you." That simple statement consistently kept me on the best possible path forward. I don't think I could have done this without Mark and his team.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
February 17, 2022
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Working with Mark allowed me to feel confident that my divorce would be settled as favorably for me as possible. When I decided to begin the divorce process, the only attorney I interviewed was Mark because Mark is known to be the very TOP divorce attorney in Michigan. Mark did not waste my time or money with extraneous discussions or chit chat and he understood that I wanted to progress without spending every penny on his fees. Mark was excellent at remembering the smallest details of my case. I felt very protected with Mark representing me while having to sort through the twisted paths my ex husband's attorney seemed to favor. Mark is very rational and realistic and those were two attributes of his that remained consistent throughout the whole divorce process. I also appreciated working with Mark's assistant, Joan who was always on top of her game and kept me informed too. Ultimately, I believe that Mark was able to settle my divorce as favorably as possible.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
February 09, 2022
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Mark Bank is a pro's pro, with outstanding knowledge of the bench, the rules, the attorneys, and the ways to get it done.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
February 09, 2022
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Mark is extremely intelligent, very calm in demeanor except when he needed to be forceful. I found him extremely useful in our case, as he kept his calm when others were screaming and yelling. Being his extreme intellect and understanding of the law and mathematics of the case he was 100% the right person for this job. I have recommended him to several other people since he’s handled my case. I would hire him again without even thinking about it

 
Divorce
Posted by SHARYN
February 03, 2022
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Mark made an incredibly difficult situation manageable and I am grateful to him for that. I always knew he had my and my childrens' best interests at heart all the way through the divorce process and even after when issues arose. He's the best and I would highly recommend him!!!

Divorce
Posted by Traci
January 13, 2022
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You are in the BEST HANDS with Mark Bank! He represented me during a very complicated divorce proceeding and I am eternally grateful for his service! His knowledge of the law AND the system itself was invaluable. Highly recommend

Divorce
Posted by Holly
December 28, 2021
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Mark was nothing short of exceptional during three major events in my life. I first met Mark at a time when I was contemplating divorce. The entire process felt overwhelming and frightening for me. When I met Mark, he was informative, patient, compassionate, knowledgeable, and more than I could have hoped for at an incredibly volatile time in my life. He worked with me, and helped me get through one of the most difficult times in my life. Since then, Mark and I have worked on two other cases together. Again, he was exceptional. I would recommend (and have) Mark with absolutely zero reservations.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 1
    • Divorce

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1991, Virginia
    1992, District of Columbia
    1993, Michigan
    1992, Maryland
    1992, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    George Washington University
    Class of 1991
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Michigan
    Class of 1988
    B.A.
    with distinction

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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Mark A. Bank was admitted in 1991 to the State of Virginia.
  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Mark A. Bank is admitted to practice in District of Columbia, Maryland, Michigan and Virginia.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Mark A. Bank is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Mark A. Bank has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Mark A. Bank attended George Washington University.