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Mark L. Scroggins

Mark L. Scroggins

Compassionate yet aggressive family law representation serving the DFW area
  • Family Law, Divorce, Domestic Violence
  • Texas
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Biography

Mark L. Scroggins is an aggressive and experienced trial attorney with a sound understanding of business matters that serves him well in Family Law. An accomplished speaker and author, Mr. Scroggins has practiced his legal expertise throughout the state of Texas for 30 years. He has written about family law matters for Texas Lawyer and has spoken about litigation technology before numerous organizations and corporate clients. Mr. Scroggins has a unique background in cutting-edge litigation technology, which is utilized by the entire Firm to increase the benefit to its litigation clients.

Named by Vogue Magazine as one of the Top Lawyers for Women in the State of Texas, Mr. Scroggins also represents a large number of male clients in his family law practice. Mr. Scroggins has built a strong reputation among executives, professionals, business owners and entrepreneurs for his hard-nosed, aggressive style, as well as his prowess in family law and business litigation matters.

Most often, Mr. Scroggins is involved in contentious or high-stakes family law litigation where child custody or complex property issues are involved. His vast experience in these areas proves especially helpful to his high net worth and business owner clients. He enjoys the challenge of helping his clients fight ruthless or unruly opponents, while assisting in accomplishing their goals.

Mr. Scroggins is an active member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas, Collin County Bar Association, Denton County Bar Association and Dallas Bar Association.

Practice Areas
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
Video Conferencing
  • FaceTime
  • Zoom
  • Microsoft Teams
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Texas
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5th Circuit
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U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner/ Board Certified Family Lawyer
Scroggins Law Group, PLLC
- Current
Board Certified Family Lawyer
Rule Scroggins, PLLC
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Chair, Family Lawyer
Hammerle, Finley & Scroggins
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Education
University of Tulsa College of Law
J.D. (1992)
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University of Texas - Austin
B.A. (1989)
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Awards
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2014-2023
10.0 Superb Rating
Avvo
Best Divorce Lawyers in Plano
Expertise.com
2022
Nation's Top One Percent
National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015-2017
10 Best
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Top Lawyers For Women in Texas
Vogue Magazine
**Super Lawyer
Thomson Reuters
Mr. Scroggins has been named **Super Lawyer every year since 2014
Professional Associations
Collin County Bar Association
Member
Current
Activities: Family Law Section
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Denton County Bar Association
Member
Current
Activities: Family Law Section
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Dallas Bar Association
Member
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Activities: Family Law Section
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Annette Stewart Inn of Court
Master
Current
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Texas Family Law Foundation
Member
Current
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Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists
Member
Current
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State Bar of Texas
Member
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Activities: Family Law Section
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Helping a Family Law Client Achieve Their Goals
Strategies for Family Law in Texas (Inside the Minds)
The Law of the Lawyer – Parenting Part Deux
The Practical Lawyer
Managing the Emotional Needs of Your Clients
Texas Lawyer
Speaking Engagements
CLE Divorce with Vela Wood, Scroggins Law Group, PLLC. Family Law CLE-Divorce
General Family Law, University of North Texas School of Law, Jewish Community Center Dallas
Grandparents Rights, University of North Texas School of Law, Jewish Community Center
Expert Witnesses, Expert Witnessing Conference
Preparation for the Meet and Conference, Houston Chapter of ALSP, Houston, Texas
E-Discovery, Electronic Discovery Half Day Event
Certifications
Certified Family Law Specialist
Texas Board Of Legal Specialization
Websites & Blogs
Website
Scroggins Law Group, PLLC
Blog
Legal Blog
Videos
TX Family Law Lawyer | Mark Scroggins | Frisco, TX | 214-469-3100 | https://scrogginslawgroup.com/ | https://www.reellawyers.com/attorneys/family-law/dallas/mark-scroggins/ Mr. Scroggins has practiced family law throughout the state of Texas for 25 years.... Meet Mark L. Scroggins | Mark Scroggins

TX Family Law Lawyer | Mark Scroggins | Frisco, TX | 214-469-3100 | https://scrogginslawgroup.com/ | https://www.reellawyers.com/attorneys/family-law/dallas/mark-scroggins/ Mr. Scroggins has practiced family law throughout the state of Texas for 25 years....

Cindy Hyde, MA MFT, LPC at Living Strong Counseling (https://livingstrongcounseling.com), joins host and Texas divorce attorney Mark Scroggins for Part IV of "Divorcing the Dark Triad". Listen for a continuation...

Cindy Hyde, MA MFT, LPC at Living Strong Counseling (https://livingstrongcounseling.com), joins host and Texas divorce attorney Mark Scroggins for Part IV of "Divorcing the Dark Triad". Listen for a continuation...

Can a child choose who they want to live with in the state of Texas or have the right to refuse to see a parent? Texas law is that a... Can a Child Choose Which Parent to Live With in Texas?

Can a child choose who they want to live with in the state of Texas or have the right to refuse to see a parent? Texas law is that a...

If you have shared custody of your child or there are visitation rights in place for you or the child Can A Child Refuse Visitation Of A Parent In Texas?

If you have shared custody of your child or there are visitation rights in place for you or the child

If you Can A Parent Change A Child's Name Without The Other Parent's Permission?

If you

If you Can an Alcoholic or Addict get Custody in Texas?

If you

Financial issues in a marriage can be overwhelming. If you are contemplating divorce, not only do you wonder about the division of marital assets, you are probably concerned about the... Division of debts, divorce in Texas

Financial issues in a marriage can be overwhelming. If you are contemplating divorce, not only do you wonder about the division of marital assets, you are probably concerned about the...

Divorce and the financial questions you might have. Division of Marital Estate

Divorce and the financial questions you might have.

Divorce in Texas, what you should know while you are going through a divorce. If you are contemplating divorce or are currently in divorce litigation, watch Mark Scroggins, board certified... Do

Divorce in Texas, what you should know while you are going through a divorce. If you are contemplating divorce or are currently in divorce litigation, watch Mark Scroggins, board certified...

How does alcoholism affect a divorce? Before we dive into today's topic, note that this question posed by viewers applies not only to alcoholism but also to other types of... How Does Alcoholism Affect a Divorce?

How does alcoholism affect a divorce? Before we dive into today's topic, note that this question posed by viewers applies not only to alcoholism but also to other types of...

Is there really such a thing as a Is Child-Centered Divorce Really A Thing?

Is there really such a thing as a

Is there a formula for how the court divides the marital estate in a divorce? When going through divorce proceedings, there is a long list of questions you likely have... Is There A Formula For Dividing The Marital Estate?

Is there a formula for how the court divides the marital estate in a divorce? When going through divorce proceedings, there is a long list of questions you likely have...

Join us in this Reclamation Transformation episode with special guest Roy for a compelling conversation about the impact of mental health on gun violence and the role of gun laws... Mental Illness, Domestic Violence Divorces, Guns & Mass Shootings | Reclamation Transformation Ep 9

Join us in this Reclamation Transformation episode with special guest Roy for a compelling conversation about the impact of mental health on gun violence and the role of gun laws...

What are the requirements or qualifications for alimony/spousal maintenance in Texas? When going through divorce proceedings, there is a long list of questions you likely have about divorce laws. If... Requirements For Alimony In Texas | What Qualifies You for Spousal Support/Maintenance?

What are the requirements or qualifications for alimony/spousal maintenance in Texas? When going through divorce proceedings, there is a long list of questions you likely have about divorce laws. If...

Suit Affecting Parent-Child Relationship(SAPCR) Rights & Duties, by Mark Scroggins, Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and Managing Partner at Scroggins Law Group, PLLC. a boutique family law firm. Suit Affecting Parent-Child Relationship(SAPCR) Rights & Duties

Suit Affecting Parent-Child Relationship(SAPCR) Rights & Duties, by Mark Scroggins, Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and Managing Partner at Scroggins Law Group, PLLC. a boutique family law firm.

What is a temporary restraining order and how is it different from a protective order? Mark Scroggins, board-certified family law attorney in Texas, explains what the differences are between a... Temporary Restraining Orders vs. Protective Orders

What is a temporary restraining order and how is it different from a protective order? Mark Scroggins, board-certified family law attorney in Texas, explains what the differences are between a...

Donald Parish Jr., pastor at True Lee Missionary Baptist Church and Founder of non-profit A Steady Hand, sits down with Mark to discuss the impact that divorce and absent fathers... The Impact of Divorce and Absent Father Figures On Children | Reclamation Transformation Ep 12

Donald Parish Jr., pastor at True Lee Missionary Baptist Church and Founder of non-profit A Steady Hand, sits down with Mark to discuss the impact that divorce and absent fathers...

What is a motion to enforce (divorce, child support, child custody/visitation) in family law terms? Welcome back to Scroggins Law Group, your trusted family law firm in North Texas. Have... What Is A Motion For Enforcement In Texas?

What is a motion to enforce (divorce, child support, child custody/visitation) in family law terms? Welcome back to Scroggins Law Group, your trusted family law firm in North Texas. Have...

What is a social study evaluation for child custody? Welcome to our channel! In today's Q&A video, we're addressing this common and crucial family law question, but before we delve... What is a Social Study for Child Custody in Texas?

What is a social study evaluation for child custody? Welcome to our channel! In today's Q&A video, we're addressing this common and crucial family law question, but before we delve...

What is an enforcement in child custody terms? An enforcement is a motion that What Is An Enforcement?

What is an enforcement in child custody terms? An enforcement is a motion that

What What Is The Difference Between Legal Separation Vs. Divorce?

What

A common question we receive as Texas family lawyers is, Why Is Mediation Mandatory In Texas?

A common question we receive as Texas family lawyers is,

Contact & Map
Scroggins Law Group, PLLC
Frisco Office - Headquarters Office
2500 Legacy Drive, Suite 250
Frisco, TX 75034
Telephone: (214) 469-3100
Monday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed (Today)
Sunday: Closed
Notice: CALL ANYTIME 24/7 FOR A CONSULTATION
Scroggins Law Group, PLLC.
Dallas Office
4849 Greenville Avenue
Suite 1490
Dallas, TX 75206
Telephone: (214) 469-3100
Monday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed (Today)
Sunday: Closed
Notice: CALL ANYTIME 24/7 FOR A CONSULTATION
Scroggins Law Group, PLLC
Plano Office
5851 Legacy Circle, Suite 600
Plano, TX 75024
Telephone: (469) 626-5220
Fax: (214) 572-9903
Monday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed (Today)
Sunday: Closed
Notice: CALL ANYTIME 24/7 FOR A CONSULTATION
Scroggins Law Group, PLLC
Flower Mound Office
870 International Pkwy, Suite 180
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Telephone: (214) 469-3100
Monday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed (Today)
Sunday: Closed
Notice: CALL ANYTIME 24/7 FOR A CONSULTATION