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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 Michael Witter | March 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
The best decision I have made, and the best person to have help me with it
I met Mark at a retirement seminar at SMUD. Mark explained trusts well so that I could understand. I filled out a card and they called me. I came in and Mark walked me through everything again. I signed on to have him create a trust for me. I have a particularly difficult set of family circumstan...
Posted by Esperanza | September 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Estate Planning
We have recently reinstated our living trust as recommended by Mark Drobny due to changes in tax laws which would be not beneficial for us in he long run. Mark has been very helpful in explaining these new tax laws that affected us and reached out to us to assist us in reinstating our living trust. ...
Posted by Jim | October 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Estate Planning
My wife and I just went through the estate planning process with Mark. As difficult and confusing as this process can be, we found working with Mark to be outstanding. The entire process was easy to understand, easy to follow and clearly met our goals. Mark is very personable, gives straightforwar...
Posted by Bea | July 20, 2015 | Trusts
Excellent trust advice provided
Based on my experience with Mr Drobny and his associates regarding updating my trust following the death of my husband, I would highly recommend him to others seeking similar services. He was highly knowledgeable about relevant legal requirements and always kept my best interests at the forefront.
Posted by Susan | April 29, 2015 | Trusts
Evaluation of an old trust
Compared to the first Trust that I had drawn up 3 years earlier, I found Mr. Drobny to be thorough. He provided insight that I did not consider during my initial experience and felt quite encouraged that Mr. Drobny was indeed considering my concerns and looking out for the welfare those listed in my...
"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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2023
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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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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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