Mark A. Warsco, Bankruptcy Attorney in Fort Wayne, Indiana
focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation
Fort Wayne, IN
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Mark A. Warsco is an attorney based in Fort Wayne, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Krieg DeVault LLP.
- Based in
- Fort Wayne, INDIANA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Litigation
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation matters from Fort Wayne, INDIANA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Fort Wayne) (2025).
About Mark A. Warsco: Mark A. Warsco is an attorney based in Fort Wayne, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Krieg DeVault LLP.
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Fort Wayne
Mark concentrates on bankruptcy, business, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Bankruptcy cases in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Mark takes bankruptcy matters in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Mark takes business matters in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Mark takes litigation matters in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mark A. Warsco, bankruptcy attorney serving Fort Wayne
Mark A. Warsco is an attorney based in Fort Wayne, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Krieg DeVault LLP. Mark works from Fort Wayne, Indiana and takes on bankruptcy matters across the region.
Mark Warsco has lengthy experience as a litigator and focuses his practice on commercial workouts and bankruptcy, construction, commercial real estate, commercial litigation and business representation.
Mark has represented numerous secured creditors in commercial loan workouts, primarily in the middle-market area between $2 million to $10 million. Mark has also represented the creditors’ committee in several large regional bankruptcy cases including Driggs Farms of Indiana, Progressive Hospitals, Advance Mixer, Inc., and Manco Products, Inc., all of which resulted in successful §363 sales with a distribution to unsecured creditors. In addition to representing creditors in the commercial workout and insolvency arena, Mark has represented a number of business clients in the purchase and sale of their businesses, including the sale of a manufacturing concern with plant locations in multiple states to a venture capital firm. Mark has also represented a number of clients who invest in commercial real estate and has represented them in the purchase and sale of a number of commercial properties including manufacturing plants, shopping centers and ground for both commercial and residential development. He also consults with business clients concerning the structure of their businesses to minimize legal risk.
Mark is a graduate of Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne and Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington, Indiana.
PRACTICE AREAS
- Banking
- Business
- Creditors’ Rights
- Real Estate
BAR ADMISSIONS
- Indiana, 1980
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 1980
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1980
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, 1992
CERTIFICATIONS
- American Board of Certification: Business Bankruptcy Law, Board Certified, October 5, 1998
ASSOCIATIONS
- Indiana State Bar Association: Past President, Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights Section; Construction Law Section
- Allen County Bar Association: Past President, Past Board Member; Bankruptcy Section Liaison Committee Chair, 2001-present
- United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Indiana, Fort Wayne Division: Panel Trustee
- Allen County Bar Foundation: President, Board Member
- American Bankruptcy Institute
- Building Contractors Association: Chairman, Governmental Affairs Committee, 1998-2004; Board member, 2013-Present
- District Three Pro Bono Committee
- Indiana Legal Services Corp.: 2001-2005
- National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees
Mark's approach to bankruptcy cases
Mark Warsco has lengthy experience as a litigator and focuses his practice on commercial workouts and bankruptcy, construction, commercial real estate, commercial litigation and business representation. Mark has represented numerous secured creditors in commercial loan workouts, primarily in the middle-market area between $2 million to $10 million. Mark has also represented the creditors’…
The kind of cases Mark takes
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and litigation matters in Fort Wayne and the surrounding Indiana area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
J.D. · 1980
Mark studied at J.D. in Indiana University Maurer School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in Indiana University Maurer School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mark's legal honors and published work
Mark has received 25 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Fort Wayne)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Fort Wayne)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Fort Wayne)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Fort Wayne)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Fort Wayne)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Fort Wayne)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Fort Wayne)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Fort Wayne)
2016
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Fort Wayne)
2015
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Fort Wayne)
2014
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Fort Wayne)
2012
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chapter 12
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Committee Representation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Creditors' Rights
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Foreclosures
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Liquidations
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Out-of-Court Workouts
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workouts and Restructurings
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Fort Wayne) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Fort Wayne) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Fort Wayne) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Fort Wayne) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Fort Wayne) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Fort Wayne) (2018).
Locations
Mark A. Warsco's office in Fort Wayne
Mark's primary office is at 505 E Washington Boulevard, Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46802. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark A. Warsco — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Fort Wayne, Indiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark A. Warsco
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in Indiana typically take?
Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Fort Wayne?
Mark is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mark will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mark?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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