Mark A. Hanson, Esq.

Mark A. Hanson, Esq.

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 mark@guidant.law   (602) 888-9229 Download Bio

 mark@guidant.law
 (602) 888-9229

Mark Hanson is a seasoned advocate with deep experience in construction law, civil litigation, and education law. Raised on a dirt ranch between Wickenburg and Nothing, Arizona, he brings small-town values of hard work, direct communication, and personal service to every client relationship. His practice is centered on building long-term partnerships and delivering practical, results-driven solutions—whether in the courtroom or the boardroom.

Mark’s construction law practice includes representing contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, design professionals, and project owners in disputes of all sizes. He is highly knowledgeable in construction lien law, the Prompt Pay Act, and payment rights protections. Over more than a decade of practice, he has resolved matters involving major projects such as the University of Phoenix Stadium and Intel facilities, as well as residential construction and renovation disputes. His emphasis on proactive contract drafting and preventative advice helps clients minimize risks before conflicts arise.

In civil litigation, Mark has established a track record of success. By the age of thirty-five, he had already won three multi-million-dollar cases, including victories against one of the world’s largest hotel companies and two international law firms. Since then, he has litigated high-stakes matters involving some of the nation’s largest banks, complex real estate disputes, and leading construction companies—consistently securing favorable results for his clients.

Mark also maintains a longstanding commitment to education law. For ten years, he represented one of Arizona’s largest universities, advising on regulatory compliance, litigation, and a wide array of institutional legal matters. This experience has given him a distinctive perspective on the legal challenges facing educational institutions, administrators, and students.

Beyond his primary areas of practice, Mark has represented clients in niche matters involving public-private partnerships, hotel security, and superintendent of streets deeds. He is known for his ability to navigate both complex and specialized disputes with the same focus and determination that define his broader practice.

  • Volunteer, Alliance for Construction Excellence, Del E. Webb School of Construction, Arizona State University (remove “date not specified”)
  • Member, State Bar of Arizona (Admitted 2006 — present) (not 2001)
  • Member, U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona (2008 — present)
  • Member, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Arizona (2008 — present)
  • Member, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit (2014 — present)
  • Contributor, Arizona Lien Law Manual
  • Alliance for Construction Excellence (ACE) Annual Convention Speaker
  • Arizona Conference of Police & Sheriffs (AZCOPS) Annual Convention Speaker
  • Arizona State University, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, J.D.
  • Northern Arizona University, B.A. History
  • Arizona Supreme Court
  • United States District Court – District of Arizona
  • U.S. Bankruptcy Court – District of Arizona
  • Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
  • Navajo Nation Supreme Court
  • Hualapai Tribal Courts