Mark D. Siemer, Esq.

Mark David Siemer, a proud Space Coast native, brings over six years of dedicated experience in construction law, serving clients across Florida and Texas. He is passionate about representing property owners, builders, and contractors through every type of dispute that can arise in the industry.

Mark's extensive experience covers a wide range of issues, from total building losses due to fire and worksite personal injuries to complex design disputes, contract interpretations, and lien enforcement. Whether you're concerned about an owner withholding payment, a contractor failing to complete a job, or a lien impacting your property title, Mark is here to guide you through the intricate legal landscape and the practical challenges of resolving construction disputes.

Proactive Solutions & Dedicated Representation

Mark understands that navigating legal challenges can be stressful. He is committed to helping you make the best decisions possible to protect your rights while minimizing disruptions to your life and business.

His philosophy is simple: it's always more efficient and cost-effective to resolve disputes before a lawsuit is filed. However, if litigation becomes necessary, you'll want the best team by your side to vigorously defend your rights. That's precisely what you get when you choose Mark Siemer and Volk Law Offices.

Background & Expertise

Mark's roots on the Space Coast began at Satellite High School in Satellite Beach, Florida. He then pursued his bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies, focusing on urban design and public administration, at the University of Central Florida. His legal career started in Austin, Texas, as a file clerk at a boutique construction law firm, where he gained early exposure to representing design professionals, property owners, and general contractors. Mark went on to earn his law degree from the prestigious Baylor School of Law in Waco, Texas.

Over six years, Mark honed his skills practicing law throughout Texas, specializing in construction defects, first-party property damage claims, and worksite personal injury claims. He has successfully represented property owners in cases ranging from the total loss of commercial real estate due to fire to complex worksite fatality incidents.

Beyond these core areas, Mark has also assisted clients with challenging government bids, negotiating healthcare and construction contracts, facilitating the termination of long-term commercial leases, resolving employment disputes, and defending against Americans with Disabilities Act claims.

Education

• University of Central Florida (B.S.)
• Baylor University (J.D.)

Professional Associations

• American Bar Association
• The Florida Bar Association
• The Texas Bar Association
• The U.S. Court of Appeal for the 5th Circuit
• The U.S. Federal District Court of the Northern District of Texas
• The U.S. Federal District Court of the Eastern District of Texas
• All Florida State Courts
• All Texas State Courts

Areas of Experience

Mark's comprehensive experience includes:

• Pre-suit Investigations of Property Casualties: Mark has led investigations into the cause and origin of fires at various facilities, including schools, warehouses, oil and gas operations, and residences. He also possesses significant expertise in investigating partial collapses, geotechnical defects, and water penetration issues.
• Construction Lien Preparation, Enforcement, and Challenges: Mark adeptly represents both contractors and property owners in all aspects of construction liens. He navigates the common pitfalls that can invalidate a contractor's lien claim and helps property owners challenge the validity and claimed value of liens.
• Contract Negotiations: Mark brings valuable experience to negotiating construction contracts for both commercial and residential properties. He helps contractors identify major sources of liability and assists property owners in understanding their contractual rights and ensuring compliance throughout the project.
• Construction Defect Litigation: Mark provides insightful advice to property owners on whether a construction defect exists and if pursuing litigation would be an economically viable solution.
• Competitive Bidding: The competitive bidding process can be demanding. Mark assists clients in crafting strong bids and challenging awarded contracts if an agency makes a procedural error.
• Worksite Personal Injury: Construction is inherently dangerous, and determining responsibility for injuries can be complex. Mark has years of experience helping contractors and property owners unravel the intricate web of tort and contractual duties to shift the financial burden of personal injuries.
• Labor and Employment: Mark understands that employment issues are an inevitable part of business. He has represented both public and private employers in a wide array of employment disputes, aiming to minimize disruption and proactively plan employee terminations to mitigate potential lawsuits.

Public Speaking & Community Engagement

Mark is a frequent speaker on construction, public records requests, and employment issues, often emphasizing how thorough pre-suit investigations lead to better and quicker results for all parties. Mark's passion lies in empowering both commercial and residential property owners with the knowledge to protect themselves before a dispute arises, ideally preventing the need for a lawsuit altogether.