Atty. Mark Hilty
After completing his undergraduate work at Northwest Nazarene University in 1992, Mark Hilty received his juris doctorate from the law school at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon, in 1995. Desiring to return to the area he came to know and love as a college student, Mr.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Nampa, ID · 31+ Years Experience
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About Mark Hilty at a Glance
Mark Hilty is a Member based in Nampa, Idaho, practicing at Hilty, Bower, Haws & Seable, PLLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on residential, real estate, commercial re, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Idaho (1995). Educated at Willamette University College of Law (J.D., 1995) and Northwest Nazarene University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Nampa, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Hilty
- After completing his undergraduate work at Northwest Nazarene University in 1992, Mark Hilty received his juris doctorate from the law school at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon, in 1995
- Desiring to return to the area he came to know and love as a college student, Mr. Hilty began his legal career with HMH following law school
- His skills as an attorney quickly became apparent, and he was made a partner of the firm after only three years, in 1998
- Since that time, Mr. Hilty has distinguished himself in several areas of practice, including litigation, real estate law, employment law, and in representing local governmental entities
- Mr. Hilty is admitted to practice before all courts in the State of Idaho
- His primary areas of practice include municipal law, real estate transactions, real estate development, land use, planning and zoning , real estate litigation, all aspects of employment law and litigation, commercial litigation and adoption
- In 2019, Mr. Hilty received the prestigious Professionalism Award from the Idaho State Bar
- The Professionalism Award represents an expression of respect and commendation from the recipient’s peers, and is one of the highest honors any Idaho lawyer might receive during his or her career
- The award is given to attorneys who, by their professional and personal conduct, have exemplified for the members of the profession the epitome of what it means to be a lawyer, and who, by so doing, have brought honor and distinction upon themselves and the profession as a whole
- Mr. Hilty is the third partner with the firm to have received this award
- When not practicing law, Mr. Hilty enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing and spending time with his family
- He and his wife, Melanie, are the proud parents of four children
- Mr. Hilty's community involvement includes the following, among others: • Third District Bar Association (Member)
- • Idaho Municipal Attorney’s Association (Member)
- • Kiwanis Club of Nampa (Vice-President)
- • Canyon County Lawyers Club (Member, Secretary/Treasurer)
- • Lifeline Pregnancy Care Center (Board of Directors)
- • Treasure Valley Chapter, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (Past Committee Member)
- • International Municipal Lawyers Association (Member)
- • Idaho Municipal Attorney Association (Member)
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Hilty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Hilty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Nampa.
Residential Real Estate in Nampa
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Real Estate Law in Nampa
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Mark Hilty is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Idaho →
Commercial Real Estate in Nampa
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Civil Litigation in Nampa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Education Law in Nampa
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Nampa
Practicing law in Idaho. Legal matters in Idaho are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Nampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Idaho state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Idaho brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Idaho courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Nampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Nampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Nampa Choose Mark Hilty
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark Hilty's practice in the field of residential, real estate, commercial re, litigation, and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Hilty brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, real estate, and commercial re, Mark Hilty can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Nampa
A Nampa-based practice means Mark Hilty attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark Hilty Handles in Nampa
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark Hilty directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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