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Mark S. Drobny was born and raised in Bettendorf, Iowa. He graduated from the University of Iowa in 1977 (Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and General Sciences), UOP McGeorge Law School in 1980 (J.D.) and 1981 (LL.M-Taxation). He is a California State Bar Certified Specialist, Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law, The State Bar of California of Legal Specialization. He is a recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award in Estate Planning and is a member of the California State Bar, American Bar Association and Sacramento County Bar. He was sworn in to the United States Supreme Court before all nine Justices on June 9, 2003, in Washington D.C. Mark has served on the boards of most major Northern California charities, including The American Cancer Society, The American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, Boy Scouts of America, Sutter Hospitals Foundation, Stanford Settlement, St. Hope Academy, McGeorge School of Law and California State University, Sacramento Foundation and is co-chair of California State University Sacramento’s Endowment Committee. He received the CSUS president's medal for Distinguished Service in June of 2014. Mark has formed or chaired the planned giving committees for many major Northern California charities and is widely regarded as one of the region’s top experts on Charitable Remainder Trusts and other Planned Giving concepts. Mark has been a member of The Sacramento Estate Planning Council since 1982, was the founding editor of their monthly newsletter, a member of their Board of Directors for eight years, and President in 1992 and 1993. Mark has practiced law for over 35 years, and founded DROBNY LAW OFFICES, INC. in 1989. He limits his practice to Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Probate, Business Planning and Taxation, and has offices in Sacramento, Stockton, Modesto, San Diego. Palo Alto and San Ramon. Mark has served as a Judge Pro Tem for the Sacramento Superior Court’s Probate division for over 20 years. Mark S. Drobny is a frequent speaker on Estate Planning matters, having given over 1,000 presentations in an entertaining and informative format.
Mark has 2 children: Dane, 29, is the manager and lead trainer for West Hollywood's Barry's Bootcamp San Diego facility and certified yoga instructor in Del Mar. Danielle, 23, is a recent graduate of Seattle University and is also a certified yoga instructor.
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Posted by Tracy & Teresa | October 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Great Trust & Estate Attorney
Mark Drobny created our Will & Trust documents. He was personable, funny & thorough. He asked lots of questions & offered possible scenarios regarding our questions. After setting up the trust framework in the initial appointment, he gathered our financial institutions & real property information to ...
Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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As a recent widow, I needed a new estate plan and will, Mark was recommended by friends. I found him knowledgeable, professional and compassionate. I have recommended him to many more friends and I know of two who are working with him and feel the same. I felt immediately at ease and that my issu...
Posted by Marie | August 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Setting up a Living Trust
We had postponed this move for far too many years, but Mark made us comfortable and made the process easy and understandable. Costs were explained up front, information we needed to provide was detailed, and assurances were given about future assistance. He and his staff allowed everthing to fa...
Posted by Maureen | July 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Estate Planning
Mark Drobny did our original estate documents in 1998. We were extremely pleased with the work he did then. Since that time he has been proactive in evaluating changes in the law and recommending changes in our documents to best serve our needs. Our most recent updates were in 2024. He and his firm...
Posted by Bobbie | March 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Came in nervous, left with peace of mind!
We were referred to Mark by a close friend, but we were still a bit apprehensive about what the fees might be and how complex the update of the Trust document and Will might be. He quickly put us at ease, explaining the process, the costs (very reasonable) and the follow up services that would be inc...
"Mark Drobny is a true professional and exceptional lawyer. Having worked with Mark over the years, I have been particularly impressed with his wealth of knowledge, insight and strategic thinking. Mark provides the highest level of representation possible. He is a true professional and an asset to the legal community. He is the rare lawyer that I refer clients to without any hesitation. A true class act and the best around."
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
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2020
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2015
Certified Specialist - Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law, State Bar of California
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1989 - Present
Attorney, Drobny Law Offices, Inc.
1982 - Present
Sacramento Estate Planning CouncilMember
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2000 - 2010
California State University Sacramento Endowment CommitteeCo-chair
1992 - 1993
Sacramento Estate Planning CouncilPresident
1981
LL.M - Master of Laws
1980
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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