Atty. Mark G. Kisicki

Atty. Mark G. Kisicki

For more than 20 years, Mark has represented companies in dealing with a broad range of issues that affect them as employers, from union avoidance campaigns and employment-related litigation to complex cases involving the theft of intellectual property and trade secrets, and litigation under the False Claims Act. Mark’s traditional labor practice is national in scope: he has handled dozens of campaigns against union organizing efforts across the country.

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Profile Summary

About Mark G. Kisicki at a glance

Mark G. Kisicki is a employment and litigation attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. Admitted to practice in Arizona, State Bar of Arizona and California, The State Bar of California. Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1990) and University of California - Los Angeles (BA, 1987). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • For more than 20 years, Mark has represented companies in dealing with a broad range of issues that affect them as employers, from union avoidance campaigns and employment-related litigation to complex cases involving the theft of intellectual property and trade secrets, and litigation under the False Claims Act
  • Mark’s traditional labor practice is national in scope: he has handled dozens of campaigns against union organizing efforts across the country
  • Because the key to employer success – whether that is in the courtroom when defending against individual employee claims or in the conference room when counting ballots after a union election – is having a positive, pro-employee culture, Mark spends a significant portion of his time training managers to be effective communicators and leaders

Practice Areas Explained

Mark G. Kisicki's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark G. Kisicki handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark G. Kisicki

Where is Mark G. Kisicki's law office located?
Mark G. Kisicki's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark G. Kisicki handle?
Mark G. Kisicki focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
Where did Mark G. Kisicki go to law school?
Mark G. Kisicki earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (BA, 1987).
How can I contact Mark G. Kisicki for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark G. Kisicki received?
Mark G. Kisicki's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1990
BA
University of California - Los Angeles
- 1987

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AZBusiness Top Lawyers, Labor & Employment (2008-2009)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Southwest Super Lawyers, Labor & Employment (2008-2013)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers, Labor & Employment (2011, 2013)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Phoenix)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Phoenix)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Arizona, State Bar of Arizona
California, The State Bar of California

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