Mark Albert was admitted to the Oklahoma bar and the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma in the same year he graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Law: 1988. That was over 30 years ago, and he has been practicing in western and central Oklahoma ever since, building a firm that handles a deliberately broad range of legal matters for individuals and families in the region.

The firm operates from two locations: one in Elk City, which serves clients across Beckham County and the surrounding western Oklahoma communities, and one in Edmond, positioned for clients in the Oklahoma City metro area. Together, these offices allow Mark Albert to represent clients across a wide geographic stretch of the state without requiring them to travel long distances for legal help.

Practice Areas

Mark W. Albert, PLLC covers several distinct areas of law, which means a client with more than one legal issue does not necessarily need to hire separate attorneys.

Criminal Defense: The firm defends clients facing DUI charges, domestic assault allegations, drug possession charges, felonies, and misdemeanors. Criminal charges carry consequences that follow a person for years, and Mark Albert’s three decades of courtroom experience are directly relevant here.

Personal Injury: The firm represents individuals injured in vehicle accidents, premises liability situations, and truck accidents. Personal injury clients are typically pursuing compensation from insurance companies or negligent parties, and the firm’s familiarity with litigation strengthens its negotiating position.

Insurance Bad Faith: When an insurance company fails to honor a valid claim or delays payment without justification, the policyholder may have a claim for bad faith. This is a specific and often overlooked area of law that requires understanding of both insurance contracts and litigation strategy.

Nursing Home Neglect: Vulnerable adults in long-term care facilities are entitled to proper care. When that care falls short, the consequences can be severe. The firm handles these cases on behalf of victims and their families.

Workers Compensation: Injured workers face complex claims processes, particularly when employers or their insurers dispute the extent of injuries or push back on compensation for lost wages, medical bills, and physical therapy. The firm represents workers through that process.

Bankruptcy: Individuals and families overwhelmed by debt may have legal options through the bankruptcy system. The firm assists clients in evaluating and pursuing those options.

Probate and Contested Wills: Not all estate matters proceed smoothly. When a will is contested or a probate dispute arises, the firm has the litigation background to handle it.

Wrongful Death: When a death results from negligence or wrongful conduct, surviving family members may be entitled to compensation. The firm handles these matters with the sensitivity they require.

Attorney Profile

Mark Albert completed his legal education at the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 1988 and was admitted to practice immediately following graduation. His admission to the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma gave him federal court standing from the beginning of his career.

Over more than three decades, he has developed a practice that encompasses criminal defense, civil litigation, insurance disputes, workers compensation, and estate matters. He is active in his community and church, an aspect of his professional identity that informs the way the firm relates to its clients and the broader communities it serves.

Location and Service Area

The firm serves clients in Elk City, Edmond, Beckham County, and the surrounding Oklahoma regions.

Elk City office: 205 W Broadway Avenue, Elk City, OK 73644: phone 580-225-2010

Edmond office: 15401 N May Avenue Suite 1600, Edmond, OK 73013: phone 405-464-3831

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Website: albertandalbert.com/

Client Focus

The range of practice areas at Mark W. Albert, PLLC reflects a practical reality about how legal problems arise. A client dealing with a workers compensation claim may also need help with medical debt. A family navigating a wrongful death case may simultaneously face estate administration questions. A client charged with a DUI may have civil liability exposure as well.

A firm that handles multiple areas can address these overlapping issues without requiring the client to build multiple attorney relationships from scratch. Mark Albert’s 30-plus years of experience across these areas makes that coordination possible from a single office relationship.

FAQ

Does the firm handle federal cases as well as state cases?
Yes. Mark Albert was admitted to the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma in 1988. This federal court admission means the firm can handle matters that go beyond state court proceedings.

I am in Beckham County. Do I need to travel to Edmond for appointments?
No. The Elk City office at 205 W Broadway Avenue is specifically positioned to serve Beckham County and surrounding western Oklahoma communities. You can work with the firm from that location.

What is insurance bad faith and when does it apply?
Insurance bad faith occurs when an insurer fails to act in good faith toward its policyholder. This can include unjustified claim denials, unreasonable delays in processing claims, or lowball settlement offers that have no legitimate basis. Oklahoma law provides remedies for policyholders in these situations.

Does the firm handle both misdemeanors and felonies in criminal cases?
Yes. The firm’s criminal defense practice covers the full range, from misdemeanor charges such as minor drug possession through felony-level allegations including those involving controlled substances, domestic violence, assault, and property crimes.

What should I do immediately after a workplace injury?
Report the injury to your employer in writing as soon as possible, seek medical attention, and document everything. Then contact an attorney before giving recorded statements to an insurance company. What you say early in the process can affect your claim significantly.

Closing

More than three decades of Oklahoma practice has given Mark Albert a perspective that few attorneys acquire: the knowledge of how these cases actually resolve, what insurers and opposing counsel respond to, and where the real leverage in a case lies. If you are dealing with a criminal charge, an injury claim, a workplace dispute, or an estate matter in western or central Oklahoma, the firm is available Monday through Friday at either the Elk City or Edmond location.