Atty. Mark Peden
Mark Peden is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, zoning law and 3 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Martinsville, IN · 59+ Years Experience
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About Mark Peden at a Glance
Mark Peden is a Member based in Martinsville, Indiana, practicing at Foley, Foley & Peden. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on zoning, litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1967), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1967), and U.S. Supreme Court (1971). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1967) and Indiana University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Indianapolis, Morgan County (President, 1983) and Indiana State Bar Associations Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Martinsville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Peden
- Mark Peden is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, zoning law and 3 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
- Mark practices at Foley, Foley & Peden in Martinsville, IN
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Mark Peden's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Peden handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Martinsville.
Land Use & Zoning in Martinsville
Mark Peden is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Indiana →
Civil Litigation in Martinsville
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Mark Peden is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →
Civil Rights in Martinsville
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Mark Peden is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Indiana →
Insurance Law in Martinsville
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Mark Peden is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Indiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Martinsville
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 Martinsville 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 venue, 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.
Martinsville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Martinsville-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 Martinsville Choose Mark Peden
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 Peden's practice in the field of zoning, litigation, civil rights, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Peden brings 59+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Indiana, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana, and U.S. Supreme Court, Mark Peden can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering zoning, litigation, and civil rights, Mark Peden can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Martinsville
A Martinsville-based practice means Mark Peden 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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