S. Mark Wann

Mark Wann’s practice has focused on many different areas over the course of his distinguished career, but always with an emphasis on litigation in state and federal court. Mark’s practice continues to encompass a wide array of matters, however his primary focus includes all legal aspects related to health care.  

Mark’s health care practice includes medical malpractice defense, including, but not limited to, long-term care; transactional issues related to ownership changes of health care facilities; representation of health plans, including regulatory compliance, plan structure and benefits; and general representation related to the business operations of health care facilities. Mark also offers private arbitration and mediation services, drawing on his broad litigation experience of over 34 years.

Mark’s legal instincts and years of experience have garnered him more than a few accolades. He has been recognized by his peers by being named in various publications, including Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers of the Mid-South and rated AV in Martindale-Hubbell. Mark was also recognized by being named in Chambers USA–America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.

Mark sees the practice of law as a continuing education, as any new case may require development of knowledge and expertise on a matter he never anticipated. He believes a varied practice of law serves as an education in how the world works on levels both large and small. Mark’s philosophy of the practice of law has always centered on treating the interests of his clients as the highest priority and representing them with the same tenacity and dedication he would expect were he the client.

A native of Jackson, he graduated magna cum laude from Millsaps College before receiving his J.D. from the University of Mississippi School of Law, where he served as Special Projects Editor on the MS Law Journal.