Mark Alan Vickness
Law Office of Mark A. Vickness • Oakland, CA
Workers CompensationEmployment LawInsurancePersonal InjuryTransportation
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Contact
Email
Phone
(925) 302-2327
Address
1939 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, US
Professional
About
Mark Alan Vickness is a distinguished attorney based in Oakland, California, and the founding principal of the Law Office of Mark A. Vickness. With a robust focus on Employment Law, Insurance, Personal Injury, and Transportation, Mark has earned a reputation as one of Northern California's leading advocates for injured workers. His firm is committed to delivering high-quality legal representation while maintaining a personalized approach to client service. With extensive experience in navigating the complexities of workers' compensation claims, Mark specializes in securing death benefits for dependents of individuals who have suffered fatal work-related incidents. His adept handling of challenging cases, including those involving multiple claims for dependency, showcases his dedication and expertise. Notably, Mark successfully represented a young boy and his mother in a high-stakes trial concerning death benefits after the loss of a California Highway Patrol officer, ensuring they received full compensation. In addition to his work with death benefits, Mark is passionate about assisting clients with catastrophic injuries resulting from workplace accidents. His understanding of the intricate medical and legal challenges associated with such injuries, including paralysis and ventilator dependency, sets him apart in the field. Mark's commitment to advocating for victims of negligence extends to all facets of personal injury and transportation law, reinforcing his firm's mission to fight for justice on behalf of those who have been injured. Through his unwavering dedication and expertise, Mark Alan Vickness continues to make a significant impact in the lives of his clients, ensuring they receive the support and representation they deserve.
About Workers Compensation Law
Workers' compensation attorneys help injured workers obtain benefits for workplace injuries. They navigate the claims process and fight for fair compensation. Common matters include workplace injuries, occupational illness, denied claims, disability benefits.
Credentials
Education
1997 Golden Gate University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1980 California Institute of the Arts M.F.A 1978 Clark University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English | Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2017 Top Attorneys of North America, Who's Who Legal 2013 Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California
Publications
2009 LexisNexis Legal Newsroom The Hand That Giveth vs. The Hand That Taketh Away: The Hypocrisy of Apportionment in Calif. Workers' Compensation 1997 California Labor & Employment Law Quarterly Employer Liability for Sexual Harassment by Supervisors
Associations
2000 - Present Alameda County Bar Association Member 1997 - Present State Bar of California Member 2005 - 2007 California Applicant's Attorney's Association, East Bay Chapter Past President 2005 - 2012 California Mock Trial Program Presiding Judge 2005 - 2007 California Applicants' Attorneys Association Board of Governors
Speaking
2018 Workers' Compensation 2018 - Understanding the Med-Legal Challenges & Changes How To Write A Great Muculoskeletal AME/QME Report 2018 California Applicants' Attorneys Association Winter Convention Common Defense Tactics 2016 California Applicant's Attorneys Association Summer Convention Enforcing Defendant's Duty To Investigate 2006 California Applicant's Attorney's Association Convention Discovery in Workers' Compensation 2005 Current Issues - Workers' Compensation Seminar Issues In Apportionment In Psychiatric Cases
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Updated: May 25, 2026