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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 Jeff | November 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Absolute Expertise & Care in Estate Planning
Mr. Drobny recently updated and revised my family trust. The process made me appreciate why I selected him 13 years ago as my family estate planning attorney. Mark is friendly, beyond knowledgeable, and has the knack to take complicated topics and explain them in a way that makes instant sense. On ...
Posted by Scott | August 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
You cant go wrong with Mark...
We've worked with Mark over a 12 year period to create and maintain our trust. Mark clearly knows his craft but most importantly he is careful to take the time to review and explain each facet of our trust. Combined with a staff that is uber efficient and you simply can't go wrong!
Posted by anonymous | January 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Estate Planning
Mark is a good listener with the ability to create the legal documents that are tailor made for our family situation. Completing this process has provided a sense of security that out future needs will be taken care of by his firm. It is the beginning of a relationship based on trust.
Posted by David | November 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Trust update made easy!
Mark originally assisted assisted with our estate planning and living trust over a decade ago. Though our family trust was long overdue to be reviewed and updated, Mark was there to personally help us once again! He spent time reviewing the current tax code and provided guidance on recommended modif...
Posted by Greg | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Highly recommend
Mark has been a pleasure to work with on both our original 2008 family trust and the 2020 revision. He was personable, very knowledgeable, and gave clear explanation to all our questions. The process of updating our trust was handed in a timely, professional manner. My wife and I are very appreciativ...
"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
Sacramento Estate Planning CouncilMember
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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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