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Mr. Ignacio attended the University of San Diego, and in three years time, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, and with minors in English and Philosophy. During his time at USD, Mr. Ignacio served as the Undergraduate Writing Center Coordinator and tutor, in addition to leading various University Ministry activities. By the time he graduated, Mr. Ignacio earned several distinctions including: Honors Program Graduate, Phi Beta Kappa, Mortar Board (National College Senior Honors Society), Psi Chi (Psychology Honors Society), and Sigma Tau Delta (English Honors Society). Mr. Ignacio then enrolled at Hamline University School of Law in Saint Paul, Minnesota after receiving an academic scholarship.
However, because of a family illness, Mr. Ignacio returned to San Diego and enrolled at California Western School of Law. While at CWSL, Mr. Ignacio served as a legal intern for the Legal Aid Society where he assisted clients with unlawful detainer issues and helped domestic violence victims acquire restraining orders against their aggressors. For his service, the State Bar of California awarded Mr. Ignacio with the Wiley B. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Services.
In addition, Mr. Ignacio served as a legal intern at the Office of Counsel for the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR), handling complex government acquisitions and contracts matters. Mr. Ignacio graduated from CWSL in the top 25% of his class, along with earning an academic excellence award. In addition to practicing law, Mr. Ignacio serves as an officer for his family’s residential rental business, serving 36 rental properties throughout San Diego county. Since he has worked in the residential rental business going back to his teenage years, Mr. Ignacio has acquired a wealth of knowledge about landlord/tenant law and real estate matters.
Mr. Ignacio is a big sports fan, especially baseball, and attends Padres games at Petco Park when he can. He also enjoys swimming, cooking, playing the guitar, and playing basketball during his spare time.
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7317 El Cajon Boulevard, Suite 101, La Mesa, CA, 91942
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Posted by Ron & Beth | August 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Highly recommend Mark Ignacio
My husband and I had been putting off getting our trust in order and Mark helped us get this task accomplished with ease, great conversation and a smile. From beginning to end we only had a couple of meetings. One was a wonderful explanation of what the trust would consist of for my husband and I an...
Posted by Irna | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Exceptional, thorough and compassionate
We were seeking legal assistance in estate planning for our recently widowed, elderly mother. During an often emotionally challenging process, Mark patiently walked us through each step as he answered our questions, addressed concerns and ensured our mother’s wishes were fulfilled. His quick communic...
Posted by Maria | May 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Legal Expertise With a Human Touch
We hired Mark Ignacio to help with our mother's Living Estate planning. Mark exceeded our expectations in providing legal advice and explaining California estate law in a way that was understandable. Most notably was Mark's follow-through. His word is gold and when he says he will contact you or h...
Posted by Richard | April 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
very pleasant
in 2016 we had an attorney write up a living trust. We needed a few more things taken care of a wanted to go with someone closer to home. We found Mark with a simple local search in our area. We were very impressed with Mark as he found a few things that weren't right with the other attorney's wor...
Posted by Benjamin Warren | September 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney
He never ceases to amaze me
Mark has been my go-to attorney for several years now. Unless it's a matter I know he doesn't practice in (in which case, he makes very good suggestions of alternative law firms), I ask him first if he can help with my issue. His pricing is fair, he is professional, he is fast, and is a very nice d...
"Mark is a great overall person and truly listens to what your concerns are. Naturally, this translates into him being a great advocate. I highly recommend Mark as a lawyer to anyone in need of Estate Planning."
"Mark is an outstanding attorney. I have worked with him on a few matters and I recommend his work, as well as his work ethic. He is very knowledgable and always puts his clients needs first."
"Mark is a professional and competent attorney. He is one of the most humble and honest attorneys out there."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark has a great reputation as an honest attorney who truly cares about his clients."
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2017
Distinguished Lawyer, The Expert Institute
2017
Distinguished Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Lead Counsel Attorney for Estate Planning Law, Lead Counsel
2017
Best Attorney Member, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Wiley B. Manuel for Pro Bono Services, State Bar of California
2011
Academic Excellence Award, California Western School of Law
2017 - Present
Volunteer Attorney, Community Law Project
2012 - Present
Founder, Law Office of Mark John Ignacio
2013 - 2019
Volunteer Attorney, Wills for Heroes
2012 - 2013
Volunteer Attorney - Unlawful Detainer Clinic, Legal Aid Society Of San Diego, Inc.
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, SPAWAR Office of Counsel
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, Legal Aid Society
2017 - Present
Probate Attorneys of San Diego
2017 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2016 - Present
Saints-OLP ConnectionFounding Member and Community Outreach Coordinator
2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association
2013 - Present
Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego
2012 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Estate Planning Trust and Probate Section
2012 - Present
American Bar Association
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Public Interest and Pro Bono
2014
Estate Planning
2014
Estate Planning
2013
Estate Planning: The Basics
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