Mark W. Dobbins

Mark W. Dobbins brings over four decades of dedicated legal experience to Tilford Dobbins & Schmidt PLLC, where he serves as a partner and member. His extensive practice includes family law, municipal law, civil litigation, and estate planning. Recognized for his ethics and results, he consistently delivers practical solutions to complex legal issues.

Mark earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Louisville School of Law, where he served as an editor of the Law Review. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Emory University. Since his admission to the Kentucky Bar in 1978, he has also been admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court.

Mark is widely respected for his effective advocacy in divorce and custody matters, as well as his skilled handling of estate and probate concerns. In municipal law and civil litigation, he has helped clients—from individuals to government entities—navigate challenging legal terrain with confidence and clarity.

Mark’s excellence has earned numerous accolades, including the Louisville Bar Association’s Richard A. Revell Family Lawyer of the Year and repeated “Super Lawyer” recognitions. He holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, signifying the highest level of professional excellence and adherence to the highest ethical standards.

Beyond his legal practice, Mark has made lasting contributions to the Louisville community through extensive pro bono work and service on nonprofit boards. He has chaired the Louisville Pro Bono Consortium and Citizens for Better Judges and has served on the boards of Neighborhood House and Cabbage Patch Settlement House.

Mark W. Dobbins is a long-standing member of the Louisville, Kentucky, and American Bar Associations. His reputation as a reliable advocate and respected leader continues to foster trust across Kentucky’s legal landscape.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member and Partner, Tilford Dobbins & Schmidt, PLLC
• Member, Louisville Bar Association
• Member, Kentucky Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Past Chair, Louisville Pro Bono Consortium (Legal Aid Society Volunteer Lawyer Program)
• Past Chair, Citizens for Better Judges

Licensed State

• Kentucky

Education

• University of Louisville School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Emory University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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