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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 June | February 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Mark Drobny
My husband and I have just completed our Living Trusts. Mark and his team member Chris were excellent. Mark was very thorough, professional and knowledgeable will all aspects of creating our Trust. He provided the best solution to our specific needs. Mark delivered within our required time frame....
Posted by Stephen | January 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Trusts
I listened to Mark Drobny at a California Dental Association meeting and was impressed with his legal knowledge and particularly his understanding of the Dental Profession. My Wife and I have been "meaning" to establish a trust for quite some time, but never got around to doing so. Though we live 90...
Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Simple and easy
Mark helped us set up a Living Trust and Will. We were able to complete the process with just a couple of meeting and emails. Mark was alway on time and prepared for each meeting. He followed through with paperwork and email as scheduled and we finished the process sooner than we expected. A Tru...
Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Happy to recommend
Mark was very professional and personable. Took his time to put together the proper plan for our family. He was understanding of family dynamics and all that entails. He spent much of the time educating us and explaining everything in simple language. I feel very confident and comfortable with th...
Posted by Norma | December 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
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I recently updated my trust and related documents. Mark Drobny was very responsive and made good suggestions on how to handle gifts etc to family members in my will. Attorney Terri Easlon, staff member. who completed my documents was very professional, courteous, and prompt.
"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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Certified Specialist - Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law, State Bar of California
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1989 - Present
Attorney, Drobny Law Offices, Inc.
1982 - Present
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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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