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Atty. Mark L. Skaist

Atty. Mark L. Skaist

Mark L. Skaist is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law.

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Profile Summary

About Mark L. Skaist at a glance

Mark L. Skaist is a business and m&a attorney based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth LLP. Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law (2026). Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mark L. Skaist is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law
  • Mark L., who practices law in Newport Beach, California, has been recognized since 2019
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Mark L. Skaist's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Mark L. Skaist is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mark L. Skaist is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Newport Beach 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 andnue, 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 L. Skaist

Where is Mark L. Skaist's law office located?
Mark L. Skaist's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark L. Skaist handle?
Mark L. Skaist focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Mark L. Skaist go to law school?
Mark L. Skaist earned their education at (J.D., 1991).
How can I contact Mark L. Skaist for a consultation?
You can contact Mark L. Skaist 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 L. Skaist received?
Mark L. Skaist's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — CleanTech Law.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Marymount University
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — CleanTech Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Orange County)
- 2021

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