Atty. Mark S. Samila

Atty. Mark S. Samila

Mark S. Samila is a lawyer practicing probate, trust & real property (ptrp), business law, commercial and bankruptcy law and 6 other areas of law.

Evansville Evansville 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark S. Samila at a glance

Mark S. Samila is a Co-Managing Partner based in Evansville, Indiana, practicing at Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1989), Illinois (1990), and Indiana (1998). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1989) and University of Missouri (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Indiana State Bar Association (Member, Taxation Section Council and Estate Planning Section) Evansville Bar Association. Serands clients in Evansville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark S. Samila is a lawyer practicing probate, trust & real property (ptrp), business law, commercial and bankruptcy law and 6 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Mark practices at Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP in Evansville, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Mark S. Samila's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Mark S. Samila is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 Evansville 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 S. Samila

Where is Mark S. Samila's law office located?
Mark S. Samila's law practice is located in Evansville, Indiana. The firm is Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark S. Samila handle?
Mark S. Samila focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Mark S. Samila practiced law?
Mark S. Samila has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Mark S. Samila go to law school?
Mark S. Samila earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Mark S. Samila for a consultation?
You can contact Mark S. Samila 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 S. Samila received?
Mark S. Samila's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1989
B.S.
University of Missouri
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1989
Illinois
Admitted: 1990
Indiana
Admitted: 1998

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