Mark A. Werner

Mark A. Werner is a sole practitioner in Pittsburg, Kansas. His practice focuses on estate planning, probate and estate administration, business and commercial law, real estate, employment matters, and civil litigation. He also assists clients with business formation, succession planning, contract review, commercial disputes, business finance, and local government relations, providing practical guidance for both personal and business legal needs.

Werner earned his J.D. from the University of Kansas School of Law in 1982 after receiving a B.S. from Kansas State University in 1979, with studies in political science and pre-law. His legal education established a strong foundation in analysis, advocacy, and problem solving. Combined with decades of legal and banking experience, this background enables him to evaluate transactions, resolve disputes, and guide clients through estate, commercial, and real estate matters.

Werner began practicing law in Pittsburgh in 1982 and later served as a partner with two area firms. He also held senior banking positions, including vice president and trust officer, vice president of commercial lending, and market president. After returning to full-time legal practice in 2011, he continued advising clients on estate planning, commercial law and litigation, business planning, real estate, and general trial matters. His banking background adds practical insight into financing, lending, and business operations.

Mark A. Werner has also contributed to the legal profession, higher education, and public service. He served twice as mayor of Pittsburg during ten years on the city commission and has taught law-related courses at Pittsburg State University. Werner is a past president of both the Crawford County Bar Association and the Southeast Kansas Bar Association and is a graduate of Leadership Pittsburg and Leadership Kansas. His broad experience helps clients approach legal issues with informed, practical judgment.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney/Owner, Law Office of Mark A. Werner
• President, Crawford County Bar Association (1985 to 1986)
• Member, Kansas Bar Association
• President, Southeast Kansas Bar Association

Licensed State

• Kansas

Education

• University of Kansas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Kansas State University
  BS in Major: Political Science & Pre-Law

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