Mark B. Dischell, Family Law Attorney in Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Lansdale, PA
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Mark B. Dischell is an attorney based in Lansdale, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Dischell, Bartle & Dooley PC.
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- Lansdale, PENNSYLVANIA
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- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Lansdale, PENNSYLVANIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Philadelphia) (2012).
About Mark B. Dischell: Mark B. Dischell is an attorney based in Lansdale, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Dischell, Bartle & Dooley PC.
Areas of practice
Mark's practice areas in Lansdale
Mark concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Mark takes family law matters in Lansdale, Pennsylvania. 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 B. Dischell, family law attorney serving Lansdale
Mark B. Dischell is an attorney based in Lansdale, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Dischell, Bartle & Dooley PC. Mark works from Lansdale, Pennsylvania and takes on family law matters across the region.
Mark Dischell is known not only for his success with his clients, but also for the long-standing relationships he maintains with the families he helps.
He has authored and co-authored numerous articles such as “Joint Custody-A Legal Overview,” “Religion and Custody Cases,” The Pennsylvania Marital Settlement Agreement Handbook, Parenting Coordination in PA: an Update on an Evolving Topic; as well as provided numerous course material for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute.
He is a frequent lecturer, author, moderator, and course planner for the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section, the Pennsylvania Bar Institute, the Montgomery County Bar Association, and other organizations.
Memberships and Affiliations- American Bar Association, Family Law Section
- Pennsylvania Bar Association, Family Law Section: Past Chair; Montgomery County Bar Association, Family Law Section
- Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers: Past President
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Fellow since 1981; Board of Managers of PA Chapter, 1992; Treasurer, 1993; Secretary, 1994; Vice President, 1995-97; President-Elect, 1997-98; President, 1998-99
- Doris Jonas Freed Inn of Court, 1994-2005
- Joint State Government Commission Advisory Committee, 1997-Present
- Past Member of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, Domestic Relations Procedural Rules Committee
- Montgomery County Bar Association, Family Law section; past chair and a Director
- The Best Lawyers In America, 1999 - Present.
- Family Law Lawyer of the Year in Philadelphia, 2012.
- "Pennsylvania Super Lawyer”, 2005 - Present.
- One of the Top 100 Pennsylvania Lawyers as published in The Philadelphia Magazine Super Lawyer Section.
- Top Ten Leaders of Greater Philadelphia Matrimonial & Divorce Law, 2005-2016.
- 2016 Eric D. Turner Award, Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section.
Mark's approach to family law cases
Mark Dischell is known not only for his success with his clients, but also for the long-standing relationships he maintains with the families he helps. He has authored and co-authored numerous articles such as “Joint Custody-A Legal Overview,” “Religion and Custody Cases,” The Pennsylvania Marital Settlement Agreement Handbook, Parenting Coordination in PA: an Update on an Evolving Topic; as well…
Clients Mark works with
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Lansdale and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mark studied and practices
Dickinson College
BA · 1968
Villanova University
J.D. · 1971
Mark studied at BA in Dickinson College and J.D. in Villanova University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed BA in Dickinson College and J.D. in Villanova University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mark's legal honors and published work
Mark has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Philadelphia)
2012
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Philadelphia) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026).
Locations
Mark B. Dischell's office in Lansdale
Mark's primary office is at 1800 Pennbrook Parkway, Suite 200, Lansdale, Pennsylvania, 19446. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dischell, Bartle & Dooley PC
1800 Pennbrook Parkway, Suite 200
Lansdale, Pennsylvania 19446
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How to hire Mark B. Dischell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law 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 family law attorney in Lansdale, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law 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 family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark B. Dischell
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a family law 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 family law attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple family law 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 Lansdale?
Mark is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania 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 family law 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
Family Law attorneys serving Lansdale, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Mark handles family law matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law attorneys in that community.
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