About Mark Clifford Allen
Mark Clifford Allen III is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in California in 1974. He holds bar number 98933 and is currently in active status. Mr. Allen is a partner at the Law Office of Mark C. Allen III APC, a firm located in Pasadena, California. He has been practicing law for over 50 years, serving clients throughout the state.
Mr. Allen earned his Juris Doctor degree from Loyola University of Los Angeles in 1974. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at Grinnell College, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1971. During his time at Loyola, he was involved in various legal organizations and activities, laying the foundation for his future legal career.
Mr. Allen concentrates his practice in the areas of environmental litigation, construction litigation, real property development, zoning, environmental law, public law, land use and zoning, and energy and utilities. He represents individuals, businesses, and government entities in matters involving environmental disputes, construction issues, real estate transactions, zoning regulations, and energy-related legal concerns. His practice encompasses all stages of litigation, including initial case evaluation, discovery, mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial proceedings in both state and federal courts.
Throughout his career, Mr. Allen has handled cases in the Superior Court of California, the United States District Court for the Central District of California, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He has also appeared before the California Court of Appeal on multiple occasions. Prior to founding his own firm, he worked as an associate at a mid-size litigation firm in Pasadena for several years.
Mr. Allen is an active member of the California State Bar Association and has been involved in various committees, including the Public Law and Environmental Law Sections. He is also a member of the State Bar's select committee on the courts. In addition to his legal practice, he has served as an adjunct professor at Trinity Law School, teaching Environmental Law and Administrative Law courses. Mr. Allen is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse clientele effectively.
