Atty. Mark J. Dillon

Atty. Mark J. Dillon

Mark J. Dillon is a lawyer practicing environmental law, zoning, planning and land use, endangered species and 7 other areas of law.

Carlsbad Carlsbad 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (619) 984-4573

Profile Summary

About Mark J. Dillon at a glance

Mark J. Dillon is a Member based in Carlsbad, California, practicing at Gatzke Dillon And Ballance Llp. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, construction, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1983), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1986), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1982) and California State University, Fullerton (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Diego County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California American Inns of Court Association of Environmental Professionals. Serves clients in Carlsbad, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark J. Dillon is a lawyer practicing environmental law, zoning, planning and land use, endangered species and 7 other areas of law
  • Mark J. received a B.A. degree from California State University, Fullerton in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Mark J. practices at Gatzke Dillon & Ballance LLP in Carlsbad, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark J. Dillon's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Mark J. Dillon is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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

Mark J. Dillon is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Mark J. Dillon is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Carlsbad are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark J. Dillon

Where is Mark J. Dillon's law office located?
Mark J. Dillon's law practice is located in Carlsbad, California. The firm is Gatzke Dillon And Ballance Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark J. Dillon handle?
Mark J. Dillon focuses on real estate, zoning, construction, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark J. Dillon practiced law?
Mark J. Dillon has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Mark J. Dillon go to law school?
Mark J. Dillon earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Mark J. Dillon for a consultation?
You can contact Mark J. Dillon directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Mark J. Dillon received?
Mark J. Dillon's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
California State University, Fullerton
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1992

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