
Mark C Blackwell, Employment Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Formation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior CounselatWyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP
Louisville, KY
Practicing employment in Louisville since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Mark C Blackwell is a senior counsel based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Formation. Mark has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Louisville, KY
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Employment · Employment Contracts · Formation
- Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and Formation matters from Louisville, KY.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Mark C Blackwell: Mark C Blackwell is a senior counsel based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Formation. Mark has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on employment, employment contracts, formation, government, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment Contracts
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Formation
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Employment cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Mark takes employment matters in Louisville, Kentucky. 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.
Employment Contracts cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Mark takes employment contracts matters in Louisville, Kentucky. 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.
Formation cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Mark takes formation matters in Louisville, Kentucky. 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.
Government cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Mark takes government matters in Louisville, Kentucky. 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.
Tax cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Mark takes tax matters in Louisville, Kentucky. 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
Meet Mark C Blackwell — employment lawyer in Louisville
Mark C Blackwell is a senior counsel based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Formation. Mark has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mark C Blackwell is a lawyer practicing employee benefits and executive compensation, employee stock ownership plans (esops), government and 4 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Mark practices at Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP in Louisville, KY.
Mark's approach to employment cases
Mark C Blackwell is a lawyer practicing employee benefits and executive compensation, employee stock ownership plans (esops), government and 4 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Mark practices at Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP in Louisville, KY.
Clients Mark works with
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and formation matters in Louisville and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Brigham Young University
J.D. · 1976
Brigham Young University
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Kentucky
1983 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1976 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in Brigham Young University and B.A. in Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in Brigham Young University and B.A. in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Mark has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
Reuben Clark Law Society, Louisville Kentucky Chapter Chair
membership
Locations
Mark C Blackwell's office in Louisville
Mark's primary office is at 400 West Market St., Ste. 2000, Louisville, KY, 40202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP
400 West Market St., Ste. 2000
Louisville, KY 40202
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Client reviews of Mark C Blackwell — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Mark C Blackwell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark C Blackwell
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Kentucky typically take?
Simple employment 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 Louisville?
Mark is licensed in Kentucky. Matters governed by Kentucky 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 employment 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
Employment attorneys serving Louisville, Lexington and Frankfort in Kentucky
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