Atty. Mark James Phillipoff

Atty. Mark James Phillipoff

Mark James Phillipoff is a lawyer practicing trials and appeals in state and federal courts in indiana and michigan, appellate practice, family & juvenile law and 5 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Mark James Phillipoff at a glance

Mark James Phillipoff is a Partner based in South Bend, Indiana, practicing at Jones Obenchain, LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, real estate, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1980), Michigan (1984), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1980) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark James Phillipoff is a lawyer practicing trials and appeals in state and federal courts in indiana and michigan, appellate practice, family & juvenile law and 5 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Mark practices at Jones Obenchain, LLP in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Mark James Phillipoff's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Mark James Phillipoff is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Indiana →

Trusts

Mark James Phillipoff is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Indiana →

Probate

Mark James Phillipoff is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

Real Estate Law

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

Mark James Phillipoff is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Juvenile Law

Mark James Phillipoff is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark James Phillipoff

Where is Mark James Phillipoff's law office located?
Mark James Phillipoff's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. The firm is Jones Obenchain, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark James Phillipoff handle?
Mark James Phillipoff focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, real estate, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Mark James Phillipoff practiced law?
Mark James Phillipoff has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Mark James Phillipoff go to law school?
Mark James Phillipoff earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Mark James Phillipoff for a consultation?
You can contact Mark James Phillipoff 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 James Phillipoff received?
Mark James Phillipoff's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1980
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1980
Michigan
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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